What Equipment Is Necessary to Shoot for Real Estate?

Written by Posted On Friday, 29 September 2017 01:14

How would you find the home of your dreams? You usually do not drive around the neighborhoods looking for something for sale/rent, right? Most probably you would spend hours looking at thousands of pictures on your real estate agent site. According to a recent survey by the National Association of REALTORS®, 51% of the home buyers found their current homes on the Internet. In most of the cases, this means that they saw some pictures on the web, fell in love with the property, and called their real estate agent for more information. That is why the quality of images matters and a bad picture could easily ruin one’s impression of a perfect home. So, what kind of special equipment would you need to make impressive photos?

Is the Brand Important?

When it comes to real estate photography, the ever-lasting debate Canon vs. Nikon vs. SONY does not really matter. If the person behind the camera knows what they are doing, the brand does not count that much.

The Camera Body

Unlike many other photography niches, the real estate photography does not require a pile of extra gear. The camera you are used to work with will do a perfect job. The ISO performance is the only thing you need to be concerned about, especially if you want some high-quality night photos.

Wide-Angle Lenses

In the photography world, the lenses are often referred to as glasses. That is because glass has a direct impact on the image quality of your final product. Not created equal, lenses come in different sizes, and you need to choose the ones that suit your needs. Shooting an interior means shooting as wide as you possibly can. Therefore, it is highly recommended to pick wide angle lenses. If the flat is small, they make it look bigger and more impressive. No strings attached, but be geared towards a 16-35mm for full frame cameras and 12-24mm for cropped sensor ones. If you are a videographer as well, you may also consider lenses that support a manual focus ring.

Tripod

Hand-holding your camera does not look professional. Moreover, it would result in blurred images. If you take pictures with a longer exposure, a shaking hand would not be your best friend. That is where your tripod comes into play. It would also help you during the night shooting and in low-light situations.

Flashlight

What is the best flash for real estate photography? It is, in fact, one of the most frequently-asked questions in the specialized forums. The truth is that the use of a flashlight is one of the most debatable topics among photographers of all times. You can divide the photographers into two camps - those who avoid using it no matter what, and those who presume it as their strongest weapon in real estate shootings. However, both camps agree on one thing - a regular DSLR won’t do the work. Professionals recommend using an off-camera flash to have greater control over the direction and quality of the light. If you think you will need an off-camera flash, you may also consider buying some wireless triggers. They will give you the chance to use your flash away from your camera body without any limitations.

What makes a real estate shot a success? It’s not a fancy camera or a flashlight, although they could add value to the final result. The eye and the talent of a person behind the camera is what matters the most. For excellent outcomes, make sure you treat them properly and with respect.

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