What is the best way to photograph the Northern Lights during the Reykjavik Lights Tour?
Capturing the Aurora in the Reykjavik Lights Tour Private SUV Package is a highlight for many. While the experience of seeing the aurora is magical, what makes it even more special is coming back with pictures you will treasure for a lifetime. To get the best out of your experience prepare thus: bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera which has manual settings. A tripod is a must have as the aurora is usually very faint and long exposure is required to capture it clearly. Set your camera to a wide aperture (f/2.8 f/4), play with the ISO which will range between 800 3200 based on how bright it is, and the shutter speed which should be between 5 20 seconds.
The longer the exposure the more vibrant the aurora will come out in the picture but at the same time watch out for star blur. Also turn off the flash and use manual focus which you may want to set at infinity. If you do not have professional gear modern smart phones with night mode feature can do a great job also, the latest from Apple, Samsung or Google in particular. During your private SUV tour your guide will take you to the best locations away from the city lights which in turn gives you better photo quality. Also some guides may give basic photography tips out of which they may also bring along equipment to share with guests. Do not forget the warm clothes because you may be out for a while setting up your shot. With the right prep and guidance you will leave the Reykjavik Lights Tour with not only great memories but also with amazing photos of Iceland’s night sky.
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