How to Photograph the Upcoming Solar Eclipse with Your Smartphone
• Prepare to manipulate camera settings on the fly for changing light conditions during the eclipse. The ring of light around the moon will still be very bright.
• Use solar film on your phone's camera lens for eye protection. A tripod can help free your hands and stabilize the phone.
• Use your phone's telephoto lens and zoom in moderately - don't use the max zoom. Quality will suffer.
• Consider switching to manual camera mode to have more control over settings like ISO and shutter speed.
• Don't stress about the perfect photo. Enjoy the rare moment and take the best shots you can.