Renowned Spanish sports action photographer, Carlos Rodríguez, shares his best tips with us for getting the most out of the camera from the new Samsung Galaxy S25 series.
With over 20 years of experience in photography, Carlos began his career in photojournalism and advertising, but it was in the mountains where he found his true passion. His work stands out for capturing the intensity and emotion of snow sports with a dynamic and authentic style, making him a reference in the world of action photography.
After a day at the Sierra Nevada ski resort, where he tested the Galaxy S25 Ultra camera in a natural setting with demanding lighting conditions, Carlos offers us a series of tricks to achieve the best results.
Take advantage of natural light
The best time to photograph snow is during the early morning or late afternoon when the light is softer. Snow reflects light intensely, so it’s advisable to avoid midday when the sun is at its highest point and can create harsh shadows. Thanks to the HDR technology of the Galaxy S25 series, it’s possible to capture balanced images even in high dynamic range conditions.
Adjust the exposure
Snow can deceive the camera’s light meter, leading to underexposed photos. To compensate, increase the exposure in the camera settings. In the Galaxy S25 series, this can be easily done by touching the screen and sliding the exposure control.
Avoid extreme backlighting
In the mountains, the sunlight is very intense, and shooting directly against it can darken the subject of the image. To achieve balance, try adjusting the capture angle or use the HDR mode to enhance details in high-contrast areas.
Use Pro mode for more control
The Galaxy S25 series camera features a Pro mode that allows manual adjustment of parameters like ISO, shutter speed, and white balance. Experiment with these settings to better adapt to lighting conditions, especially when the sun shines brightly on the snow. The new Galaxy S25 series offers high-detail images at any distance thanks to the 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera sensor, which enhances detail in macro-style photography for maximum enjoyment of details.
Ensure precise focus
In snowy scenes, it’s essential for the subject to stand out from the background. To achieve this, touch the screen to select the focus area. Additionally, you can activate video tracking focus to obtain sharp images even in motion.
Experiment with filters and scene modes
The Galaxy S25 series offers multiple filters and scene modes designed to optimize capture in different environments. The “Snow” mode is ideal for enhancing contrast and highlighting colors in snowy landscapes, resulting in a more vibrant and natural outcome.
Enhance your photos with editing
Take advantage of editing tools to refine your images after capturing them. Adjusting brightness, contrast, and saturation can make colors pop and make the snow appear more natural, achieving a professional finish with minimal touch-ups. But it’s not all hardware. In the case of the Galaxy S25 series, it’s also crucial to highlight the significant software layer that makes these devices a very professional choice. Thanks to the ProVisual Engine suite, powered by AI, you can generate high-quality images in every shot, setting new standards in mobile photography. The high capabilities of these next-generation devices allow us to capture images with a high level of nuances.
By following these tips, along with the power of Galaxy AI both at the capture moment and in post-production, the photographic experience with the new Galaxy S25 Series will be much more professional, providing exceptional quality and vibrancy in each of our photos, regardless of the lighting conditions we have. Additionally, the professional options offered by Nightography Video, for recording in low light conditions, and Audio Eraser, for adjusting background noise levels in videos, offer a much more professional experience with the tools available on our own device.