10 Street Photography Tips - How to be Invisible!

[@zaphodbeeblebrox4574]

I had a moment in the Middle East where a lady, in traditional dress, asked me to delete the image I had just taken of her and a couple of friends of hers. We were sitting at some outside coffee tables at the time. Without complaint, I showed her the camera as I deleted the image. We carried on talking for 5 minutes about the area we were in and gained a little knowledge of each other. She left 5 minutes after that but came back, and with a smile on her face, offered to pose for me. Brilliant.

[@sew_gal7340]

I seriously would not mess around in the middle east taking photos of women...scary things happen over there =X

[@zaphodbeeblebrox4574]

@@sew_gal7340 I have lived and photographed in many places around the world At that time, I had lived and worked in the Middle-East for 8.5 years. I think that I had the measure of what I could and could not do, in what place and under what circumstances.

[@Hose00]

Several years ago in Egypt, local residents almost killed a photographer because they thought he was taking a photograph of the wife of one of them.

[@zaphodbeeblebrox4574]

@@Hose00 People have (almost) died driving cars; What is your point ?. Also. For how long have you been practising photography in the Middle-East ?.

[@Emppu_T.]

Isn't it against their religion or something

[@christiandleyva9064]

Funny enough, what works for me is I go out ACTUALLY looking like a photographer, you know, wearing a vest with lots of pockets, carrying my backpack and one of those "tactical" looking contraptions you wrap around a leg. People seem to think I work for a newspaper or something and don't mind me anymore.

[@RobinHartJones]

When I am anticipating someone walking into a good composition, I often pretend that I am just planning to take a photo of the wall/building after they have passed by. Another one is to lift the camera to my eye for a second then lower it and look at the dials as if I am just checking my settings and light levels. Then when I casually lift it again they think I am still just checking the viewfinder and not even looking at what the camera is pointed at. If you have a tiltable screen,like on my OM5, you can pretend you are just looking at the dials on top. People no longer expect you to take photos while looking down.

[@Nino4ek]

I’m doing the same from time to time

[@bernardlesperance742]

Want to be invisible? Grow old. If you're already old, don't worry about it, you are already invisible!

[@g-r-a-e-m-e-]

I was going to make the same point. So true.

[@DickHoskins]

It is worse than “invisible.” It like being a clear plastic bag. The old are seen but not acknowledged, just tossed away (metaphorically)

[@kevinl1492]

And if you are male, grow a grey beard. It is an invisibility mask.

[@BarnsleyBob]

​@kevinl1492 mine has gone grey but it's long enough to plait down to mid chest, so it gets 'looks' 🤷‍♂️🤣

[@dog4mike]

This is so true. I used to get confronted all the time. Now days no one cares.

[@artfrontgalleries1818]

At the moment, I am in Budapest. I feel like I can be "in disguise" as a tourist. The only catch is that people in the downtown areas are so polite that they automatically stop in their tracks to not "interfere" with a shot

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, that happens quite often in many places.

[@dog4mike]

That bonus point is gold! I a, going to try that. I do what I call “warm up shots”. It’s where I go to a setting where I want to see people, but I look around and photograph the location for a while. I make it look like I’m interested in the place. And I am. But I’m also choosing compositions and waiting for someone to move through. The warm up is basically me getting over my nerves of being around people, and by establishing that I’m there to see the sights, I’ve already got the camera ready for when a subject lines up.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Taking warm up shots is a good habit. It is a good practise on every photoshoot. It is a good way of getting started, just start photographing what ever you see.

[@60somethingontheroad26]

The last tip using the mobile app to set your camera is worth gold. Thanks for that.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Tom43623]

I agree! I never would've thought of that!

[@ab-surd]

That "use Google Street View" tip is the one I do all the time. It's the easiest way of scouting a new area. Thanks for the great info Peter. Love your work.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@senseisecurityschool9337]

Great tips. One thought to add - when someone spots you trying too hard to be sneaky, they get really suspicious. That can lead to uncomfortable situations. Just casually take the picture. They don't Don't whip the camera out, furtively snap a pic, and then jam the camera into a hiding spot such as a bag. Everyone is focused on what THEY are thinking and doing. They aren't thinking about you and won't really notice you - unless you're acting shifty, like you're up to something. Then again one photographer took the idea of not looking furtive to the extreme. He had a tripod clearly setup in front of a fountain. He was standing behind the camera, looking toward the fountain. But he was taking photos to his right, 90° from the fountain. :) It was plainly obvious he was photographing the fountain - but the camera eas actually pointed in a totally different direction.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Good points. Thanks for sharing the story about the photographer who was photographing "the fountain."

[@CaptCanuck4444]

Useful tips, thank you! I much prefer this approach to the "in your face" style of street photography that often produces images of people with awkward, hostile or uncomfortable expressions. I know some people like images like that, but personally they make me uncomfortable to look at. "Fly on the wall" perspective is so much more pleasing to my eye. Articulating screens, like on my Fuji XT-5, make it really easy to look down and shoot from the hip without people realizing you're doing it. Keep up the good work, and pay no attention to the trolls in the comments.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. I also prefer this method in most cases. Of course street portraits are nice too.

[@Nerdzombiedisco]

From 8yrs of trying to be unnoticed...I stopped doing that after seeing the masters of street photography work. They often work a scene with zero regard for being stealthy.

[@ForsgardPeter]

It depends a lot their style. It is a different style if you make contact. Many really are invisible while be being open in the public. That is a rare skill to be able to do that.

[@buyaport]

Remember the saying: Smile and the world smiles with you. Works in all situations, not only (but also) photography. And makes the world a nicer place.

[@ForsgardPeter]

True.

[@tomshahriari6602]

I use my Olympus with a pancake lens and use the tilt screen touch focus and shutter release to shoot from the hip or at right angles. Great kit.

[@ForsgardPeter]

It sure is.

[@thenry_photography]

Its best to act naturally and quickly take a shot or two as you are walking. Sometimes I try to act like I am taking a picture of something else. Sometimes if I am comfortable I will even approach the people and show them I took their picture to kind of break the ice. Most of the time they are happy and don't really mind. You might be able to take more of pictures of them and send it to them. If someone doesn't want to be photographed you can delete one of the pictures but I would take several so I would delete the one they have seen

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks for sharing.

[@phischphood]

I gave that last tip a go at the weekend, worked wonders. Lean against the wall, looking at my phone, sat on a bench looking at my phone. Looks completely normal. Find a nice frame and just wait for someone to walk into it. I've always felt self-conscious about doing street photos with any people facing towards me.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad to hear it worked for you.

[@StellaDuchessofLondon]

That extra tip is gold!

[@frankdiscussion2069]

Very good info here. I also do a lot of street photography and back in the day I carried an Olympus Trip 35m film point & shoot camera for such purposes. I now carry a small 15 year old Kodak Easyshare C190 digicam in my pocket when I am out and about. A small light camera is non obtrusive and easy to use with minimal controls.

[@landesnorm]

Peter, Good advice all around for being unnoticed and unobtrusive on the street. When shooting from the hip, you might also use your thumb to press the shutter release. Using the forefinger is an iconic gesture and a dead giveaway that you are about to take a photograph.

[@ForsgardPeter]

You are right.

[@MiggzPics]

What great tips! I normally don't like photographing people on the street because I'm kinda shy to get close but I am finding it to be essential to convey the proper story in my images

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. Glad it was helpful!

[@sabinche]

Your advices about the importance of being "invisible" in classical street photography is insightful and aligns well with the ethos of the genre. I loved your tips e.g. using smaller, less intrusive cameras, avoiding eye contact, moving smoothly and slowly, using reflections and windows, shooting from the hip etc. But the best was your final tip. Why didn't I think of that myself??? Thank you very much for this video, Peter!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you very much.

[@gracemakeslace]

The neck strap phone remote tip is really smart!

[@tobi_ffs]

Ok the Live view from the app is actually SOLID!!!

[@phloem4]

That final tip controlling with the phone is brilliant!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad you liked it.

[@capitainkickstand]

This video is simply genious. Thank you very much for sharing all of those trics and techniques.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@afan.pasalic]

5 STARS for the camera-on-straps-trigger-by-phone-app, it's actually the Tip #1 GREAT idea! Already tested at home - works like a charm on my Lumix GX85 and Pixel 6. Can't wait for the Farmers Market on Saturday!!! 👍😃 Thanks Peter.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. I hope you get a lot of keepers!

[@larrychicco1062]

Move like a ninja. Good man Peter, this is why I love your videos!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks!

[@ЯрославДмитрюк-х3ш]

Nice tips! Thank you! Especially the last one... It really makes u invisible, noone feels danger from a dude stuck in his phone)

[@michaelajoseph6856]

Thank you Peter for some great tips. What I’ll also do is when taking photos of people in the street I do not lower the camera afterwards even if it’s from the hip. This way nobody knows I took a photo and they will presume that I was aiming at something else.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Very good tip.

[@Global_Pivot]

Great tips. I have been using some of these, for example, triggering with the phone, avoiding eye contact, using viewfinder, and shooting from the hip which I quite often enjoy. When looking at a viewfinder, some people might just assume you are recording a video, which may seem less intrusive than taking a picture. Importantly, it allows you to do your job confidently and comfortably - you look a lot more professional. Avoiding lens blurriness while doing things hastily can be tricky, and takes some experience or trial and error to get a grip of. Calmness is always of the essence.

[@artulyanoff]

Насчет телефона - это прям 100%. Моя лучшая фотография была сделана на телефон, хотя хороший фотоаппарат у меня тоже был😂 Дмитрий Марков вообще все на телефон снимал.

[@acestudioscouk-Ace-G0ACE]

Some great tips here, thank-you. I've been a career photographer for nearly 50yrs but street photography is new to me and your advice has been very useful.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. Great to hear!

[@robertdavis1255]

Thanks for sharing your experience with great comments....yes I feel uncomfortable walking around with my camera so I need to try more to get used to it.... cheers from Australia 🦘🦘😀

[@simonatterbury]

Very useful, will use some of your tips next week. The phone app trip is brilliant. I normally like using cameras with a viewfinder but for street using a small camera with a tilting screen is less intrusive as less obvious if you are taking a pic.

[@robinbhairam7508]

I’ve just consciously done this for the first time this week and was amazed at how easy it was … I’ve spent most of my 62 years thinking I’m a bit of a handsome dude … clearly I am not, as no one even blinked 😂 - I think just being as natural as possible was the key. Mastering zone focus is a work in progress, but I think it’s a vital skill to work on and hone …

[@davidaustin9130]

I just realized that to conjugate hone, it would be… hone honer honest Does this apply in any way to being a sly spy? Or just silly😜?

[@sebastianmessinger]

As a street videographer, your last tip is genius. Wow. Can’t wait to try it out. Thanks a lot!!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@philippenegri320]

Helsinki such a lovely city full of lovely people And what a great camera shop in that, I think, old post office near the magnificent main train station

[@ForsgardPeter]

Yes, it is called Rajala Proshop. That is where I have bought most of my camera gear.

[@siKuyaJM]

Worth to watch as a beginner ❤

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you. I am glad that it was helpful.

[@blockbusterlatefees7713]

The bonus tip at the end is genius! Thank you! I gotta try this

[@bernym4047]

Excellent advice. I especially like the last tip of using the mobile phone remote ap. Thank You. Subscribed.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it was helpful!

[@borderlands6606]

Something that is as true for modern street photographers as the older era, is how briefly their camera is held to their eye. Most photographic disciplines encourage framing through the viewfinder, but the best street photographers seem to have the camera held up for no more than a second. Of course this requires high shutter speeds and pre-focusing, as the moment between your arm lifting and dropping is so brief.

[@lorenschwiderski]

If you have a good idea where the subject focus point will be, tap on the monitor or slide the finger to focus point, then ( if you have the time ) pre-focus the approximate distance, then keep the camera down until the subject nears the target zone. Only buy cameras with quick focus -- same for the lens. Set the minimum shutter speed to 1/400s give or take depending on if you shoot mostly towards night or evening. 1/500s will freeze about anything. Use auto ISO. Shooting using the monitor to frame can work out just fine, especially when you want to lower the angle.

[@borderlands6606]

@@lorenschwiderski I use back button focus to pre-focus the zone I want, because I don't trust any AF system to lock on instantly where I want them to. Then f8 or f11 (full frame equiv.) depending on focal length.

[@bernardlesperance742]

To pre-focusing, I would add pre-visualization and deep familiarity with the focal length you are using (esp. for framing and depth of field). Master all of these, add a good eye and descent pair of walking shoes, and you're well on your way.

[@chrish.8241]

Thanks for some great tips, I always feel a bit self-conscious when taking street photography. I especially like the idea of using the phone to operate a camera. I have done this for wildlife, but I would never have thought to just hang it around my neck and walk! Great, many thanks.

[@pottwalhannibal6338]

I just found your channel by chance and guess what: Two weeks ago I've been in Helsinki for one week and I shoot lot's of nice street photos around the main station, the city, the Oodi - and the Lentoasema. Wow, what a building, what a train station, with that giant escalators! Each day nice weather and the streets full of life. A very minimalistic background can actually be found at Mikonkatu/Corner Pojoisesplanadi: Thers a construction wall showing the Luis Vuitton label and a diamond pattern, all in cream/beige. Some flower pots add a little more color and life to the scenery. You just have to wait until somebody passes who fits to that Luis-Vuitton-Diamond-Pattern-Flower-Background: A delivery boy, a nice girl, a pissing dog. Sunlight recommended. Good to be there before noon. I like Helsinki, I like your channel and your photos - kiitos! BTW - my gear: Fuji XT-30 + XF 23mm 1.4

[@ForsgardPeter]

Great to hear that you enjoyed Helsinki! Yes I like that city center and go there quite often. There is a lot to photograph. It just has become too familiar and might miss things because of that. I have been looking at that Vuitton add, but have not been able to get a good image of it with someone passing by.

[@oneeyedphotographer]

I am tall. Initial impression from my personnel file, "Commanding." I mostly concentrate more on the environment than on the people. I have been trying camera on tripod, camera set to interval shooting. My S1R (it's not the smallest camera out there) can shoot continuously with no delay between shots, no accessories required. I have been experimenting with that for fake long exposures and ghostly figures in a sharp environment. There can be interesting opportunities for composites too. And if I'm sitting down outside a cafe, people can see the camera but assume it's not active.

[@blackbears4649]

Great topic and advice Peter. I treat street photography like I treat wildlife photography. I try to be as invisible as possible, with slow steady movements. Always using the lay of the land. Cheers!

[@ForsgardPeter]

True, ther are quite similar when it comes to the beahvior of tyhe photographer.

[@Dpercy]

That last tip is so smart Peter!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you.

[@twistoflime]

I've always gone out with a big camera, but small is good too and not as heavy. Small is good for moving through people. With a big camera you will learn to be quicker and more stealthy.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I think the best one is waht ever suits your style and gets the results you want.

[@batex3]

Some great tips. I love the phone app idea when using a digital camera! And use silent mode if your camera has it! Shooting with a phone, of course, makes you invisible, if you turn off the sounds. You can even use a Bluetooth trigger so that you’re not touching the screen. I don’t like trying to hide behind things, feels creepy, I usually stand in the open with my camera to my eye and let people walk into the frame. Don’t track people with the camera, that is definitely suspicious!

[@ForsgardPeter]

It depends on how I am hiding. I am like a private detective behing a pillar with a long lens. I am like I was in the video. Standing some what behind something and photographing and minding my own business. That tracking part is very good advice. It is like eye contact, you will be very visible.

[@stevocem]

Sadly, in Switzerland it is tricky to take pictures of people in public places. The law doesn’t allow it. It is called “Right to the own image”. The exception are places of touristic interest, which are basically all the old towns, and much more. If you photograph people in front of some historical buildings etc., it is hard to argue that you aimed at the people rather than at the historical building or any other touristic motif. So it is good to look as a tourist and behave as a tourist.

[@ForsgardPeter]

That is a pity in a way, but on the other hand I understand the privacy thing. The right to that image also makes sense. Not that good for a street photographer, but understandable. I might be a few days in Geneva next month. This tip will be useful, thanks.

[@stevocem]

@@ForsgardPeter Enjoy Geneva, it is a nice city and you will enjoy photographing there for sure.

[@bernardmenettrierdejollin5911]

Sorry, this is just not correct. Right to own image means that u can't publish pictures without consent, and this applies to nearly every place in the world. But shooting pictures in public places is allowed anytime. To make a long story short, one can shoot pictures and just be respectful with people who don't want to appear on photos. This is what I do every other day in the streets in Switzerland

[@stevocem]

@@bernardmenettrierdejollin5911 Sorry to say this, but you are wrong. Switzerland doesn’t allow to shoot photos of people in public places without their prior consent. Check the law. They call it right to own image in a sense, that they have to consent you to take picture of them and keep it or even publish it. They can ask you to delete the image right away, as there is a law protection. I am not defending the system, just warning visitors. It is a sad reality.

[@stevocem]

@@bernardmenettrierdejollin5911 no photos of people where their faces can be clearly identified. That’s the exact text. A pity, but I admit, if you are respectful, nothing happens of course.

[@Greeniykyk]

Love the phone app tip! I've gotten good shots from the hip and also using the fully articulated screen. Looks like I'm concentrating on the camera back but actually taking pics.

[@krishfilms]

That last tip 💎

[@Dave-Caramel]

Thank you for your helpful tips. One aspect that’s rarely discussed but, in my experience, is very important, is your age and the age of the people you want to photograph in street photography. When I was in my early twenties, taking photos of people around the same age-roughly 20 to late 20s-was generally "okay." But as I reached my thirties, I started to avoid photographing younger people, as it can quickly lead to disapproving looks or even confrontations, especially when a man takes photos of young women without their permission. This is completely understandable, and it’s something everyone should respect. Now, in my late thirties, I make a point to focus more on people aged 50 and above in interesting scenes. These individuals usually don’t pay much attention, and even if they do, my experiences with them have generally been positive.

[@ForsgardPeter]

You are absolutely right. Age matters. I very seldom photograph young people, especially young girls.

[@tabrizihussin4784]

Always longing to fly back to Scotland & UK in general for street photography… Have yet to experience any problem @ encounter any incident while photographing mostly in Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow & few other places including small villages…

[@Tickleme3090]

Like the live view tip! And the others

[@ericredelman2568]

Nice video. Thought the Google Street view tip for places you’ve never been yet was a great idea to explore and get an idea where you might want to go. Cheers!

[@alcedo_kf]

2:42 Now theres a scene that would instantly grab my attention; light, shadows, shapes, silhouettes, people; beautiful

[@ForsgardPeter]

Helsinki Railway Station is a good place to photograph. Unfortunately that light is only there for a very short time, if it happens to be sunny.

[@mikede2464]

Fantastic tip re: live view connected to phone.

[@JohnCBurzynski]

I like the tip about hanging the camera around your neck a.nd using the app on your phone. Thanks.

[@Ezrabastian]

I use that technique with a wired Remote shutter release. Hide the wire and put your hand in the pocket of your pants.

[@jbaxter007]

Interesting video, I am a cycle courier in my local city and carry my camera in my rucksack, I also use these techniques to get the shot of anything that catches my eye. 👍

[@CaptainJonathan]

That last tip seems like an amazing idea!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@marklawson8346]

Great info Peter, I’m a little nervous about taking pictures in the street so will be putting some of your tips into action thanks 👍🏻

[@ForsgardPeter]

I hope these helps. Being a tourist is a good way to start.

[@richardpriestley477]

Excellent practical tips Peter ! I really enjoyed this video and would perhaps add - Be sensitive to your surrounding's ,

[@ForsgardPeter]

Absolutely a good addition to the tips.

[@luzr6613]

Two things there, both gear(ish) related: i really like a flippy screen for street... shooting at right angles and off the floor, etc - i find i can be very discrete. The second thing, and one i'd never even thought of, is triggering with the phone. As you spoke about that, on my screen at least, you morphed into Dr. Evil from the Austin Powers' movie (the collarless shirt only reinforcing the impression). 'Genius'... i thought - what a diabolically good idea. Anyway... such are the thoughts from someone who shoots 99% forest and landscape and hardly ever travels to the 'Big Town'. Many thanks and best wishes. Cheers.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks!

[@Francois15031967]

I use a Lumix GF1 with the orientable viewfinder; it's effective, small; the quality is similar to 35mm emulsions. The orientable viewfinder makes you even more invisible; especially when you're shooting vertical, because you have to stay at a 90° from the subject to take the picture.

[@ranfuchs3592]

Great tips, especially the last one. Thank you

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad you like them!

[@sirab3ee198]

I am currently using a smartphone with a camera grip VIVO x100Pro for street photography and people do not care or react when you approach them with a phone :) ... sometimes I take portraits and look somewhere above them or on the side and they immediately lose interest. However when switching to a canon m50 mark II people notice me immediately, a camera in hand makes a huge difference with people. Smartphones have come looong way and I managed to get some amazing shots however still want to learn to use a camera.

[@ForsgardPeter]

That is a good point. I have a plan to try mobile street photography in the near future.

[@jonc8561]

My Nikon Z5 camera with the 50mm 1.8 S Prime lens might be too big... dang. I've wanting to get into street photography. Great content.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. You can start with that, any camera is good.

[@jonc8561]

@@ForsgardPeter It feels like I stand out a bit. That particular lens is rather large for a 50mm. I definitely don't want to make people uncomfortable. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@tomskih203]

I've got the Z5 with the 24-70mm lens 😂

[@michael007ish]

You have an excellent set up. I have the Zf with that 50mm and its spectacular.

[@0DanceMusic0]

I will give you guys one tip - buy some tele lens like 600 mm and make photos from 100 m. You will not need any of those 10 tips XD Obviously just kidding - it's a great video, listen to this man if you want to be a great street photographer :)

[@LAmusicprodz]

Lmao about the telelens part xD. But on a serious note: Taking shots with a smaller APS-C camera might help in getting close to a subject while remaining invisible. If you're walking with a full-frame cam and a huge telelens, you'll probably get noticed a lot quicker. A small APS-C makes you move more quickly and shoot from the hip, which increases photographer invisibility compared to using the viewfinder (as you would with a regular Dslr).

[@Dr.GeoDave]

Really nice set of tips, especially the last one which I never considered. I wish you had come out with this video in January before I took a trip to Las Vegas and did a couple of street photo walks! I’m using the PEN PL-10 and still trying to decide between kit zoom and a wide prime.

They are wonderful tricks, I love them.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@joerghummerjohann4854]

Great tipps, as always, dear Peter.i was trying out the same several days ago. Training myself in street/travel photography before I go to a city trip to Spain. I came to the same solution as you: Shooting from the hip with cam on neck belt. Moving even this small cam to the eye was too much for people around me. However, I didn't used phone but touch screen to release shutter. The right hand I'm using for zooming (12-45mm/4.0 pro), when needed. I'm trying to shoot as much as possible on 17mm. I'll use my Pen-F with the Fuji Velvia, Kodakchrome 25 and bnw 2 modes fir JPEG out of cam.

[@landesnorm]

Kodachrome 25? Where do you get it processed?

[@JoeyAnswer]

Glad I saw this video I use a few of these when I test out new gear. I used to use my Rebel T7 with my M42 lenes, but as i shifted over to my old Kodak P&S I found it more relaxing taking photos when compared using a T7. I also think these can help those who are shy to break out of their shell too.

[@aftereight8341]

Really great advice, Peter, thanks for sharing them.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed them.

[@ThomasAdk]

Ooh, the looking into the phone and triggering from the app, is genius thinking!!

[@boredgrass]

Three more: 1. Car repair pose on camera with articulated screen, 2. vintage (analogue!) TLR, 3. shooting "from in between" another motive: 1. I noticed, when I was adjusting settings on the screen wih my camera hanging over my belly, people stopped giving me this "do you intend to take a picture of me?", look. Then I activated " touch shutter" and draged the focus point across the screen, until I got my shot. 2. TLR (Twin Lens Reflex) a camera with two vertically arranged lenses on which one views the image on a screen from above. Many TLRs have been made from the 1930s to the 1960s. I noticed that people were often so fascinated by the vintage beauty of the camera, that they didn't care that I had ruthlessly taken their picture ;-), 3. Take a position a before a motive between you and the sidewalk, so that it is unclear what you are shooting. I found a bicycle stand, very usefull. It could be further utilised as frame within the frame, and, besides that. it is an interesting motive in itself!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. Good advice.

[@PaulMayeshiba]

Great video!!! I feel like you included everything some one would need to do to have a good shot at doing what you did. That is not often the case with instructional videos. People often leave out things they did. I am curious about how the scene looked in color.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks!

[@juankiddy]

This hint of familiarity with the surroundings by looking at Google Street is very clever. I'll do it next time I travel

[@alan.macrae]

Thank you, Peter! Great video. Cheers from the US.

[@muratmercan5448]

live view tip is excellent !!!🙏🤳👏👏👏

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ddsdss256]

Good advice. A similar strategy to using a phone app is using a flippy screen to view the monitor with the camera pointed in a different direction--especially effective when you have the camera at waist/hip level. Re deleting images, not that it's been an issue so far, but if I do that with my G9, it only deletes it from the card in slot 1--slot 2 retains all images, even the "deleted" ones (I record RAW+JPG to both simultaneously). That said, laws/cultural differences affect what you can "legally" shoot in various locations. There is no reasonable expectation of privacy anywhere in public (especially with all of thr phones out there), but as you say, you should respect people's wishes of they don't want to be photographed/videoed (just as wildlife should be respected in their domain).

[@rollaguy9533]

I like street and urban photography but i'm way too shy to go out in the streets to photograph there. That's why i like to do landscape and astrophotography where i'm out in the nature. Good video for those who are not afraid to do streetphotography. I might try it at night time when there's no people to scare. Hyvä video, kiitos siitä. En varmaan ole yksin pelkoni kanssa mutta, ehkäpä voisi joskus kokeilla yöaikaan vaikka autoja tai polkupyöräilijöitä kuvata.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Se on ihan hyvä tapa aloittaa. Yksi hyvä tapa on myös leikkiä turistia. Se toimii varsin hyvin.

[@venturaVlogger]

I'm always conscious taking shots videos or pictures whenever I'm out with just a smart phone, thanks for the tips I'm a newbie vlogger too, I'm subscribing

[@rockstardonut777]

I personally feel more comfortable taking pics with the phone. I don’t know if it’s because it’s less « threatening » than a camera or I just take more pictures with it in general or I can pretend I’m just using the phone.

[@maurosampaio6238]

A pleasure to meet you. Hugs from Brazil.

[@TilliKommunikation]

Finally some really valuable tips! Thank you very much.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. Happy to hear that!

[@labatalain9914]

hello excellent tutorial, one of the best on street photography, thank you for sharing, @+

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thank you very much!

[@jen3960]

Loved your bonus tip! Game changer!

[@ForsgardPeter]

Glad it was helpful! Are you going to test it.

[@tomerweiss4900]

Thanks always good to get your insights :-)

[@ForsgardPeter]

My pleasure!

[@GeorgeStar]

The flip out screen is perfect for stealthy street photography and I always use silent mode shutter. I think one reason for Vivien Maier's great photos was her Rollieflex's waste level viewfinder.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Most likely it was one of the reasons she was so good. It helped a lot.

[@petermcginty3636]

Thank you Peter, I really enjoy these videos. I was looking at the idea of using a neck strap, keeping the camera steady with my left hand and using a remote with my right hand to take photos from the hip. I like the idea of just taking a lot of random shots and reviewing them when I return home. Question for you, with an OM-5, is a 17mm too tight? Would a 12mm f2.0 be better? Thank you. 🎉🎉🎉

[@ForsgardPeter]

12mm would propably be better. There is more angle of view and it will easier.

[@petermcginty3636]

@@ForsgardPeter thank you

[@keima1110]

I do almost exactly what you said. But I usually go for wider lens. I used to use 25 on my sony and my GRIII. Now I go even wilder at 14mm. Overtime, you can just point you camera and know what you are shooting if you do it enough.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Wide is totally fine. It is all about the you like. Pick the lens and focal length that suits best for your needs.

[@tremaincheerful4189]

The last tip is the greatest. Use your phone as the viewfinder and shutter release, with the camera hanging from it's strap on the front of your torso.

[@michaellong9526]

Hello Peter, I also use the GR3X and find the image quality exceptional, grain at 1600 is yummy, could print out to 24 x 36 no problem, find the new way of shooting without viewfinder and raising camera to my eye liberating and stealth inducing, good ibis, ND filter option, Zone focusing re snap focus also fantastic feature, good macro, 40 mm lens view my new favourite. I appreciate the quality modern digital cameras have. As you said for street , discrete and small is most important, thanks for all your efforts in putting out great content.👍😀

[@ForsgardPeter]

I have found teh excat same thinngs about GR3x. It has helped me a lot with my street photography. The size is one of the biggest things.

[@iglolosa5196]

Hello Peter. All the tips are excellent, but perhaps the very last tip is perhaps the best of the lot. Thanks

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks.

[@anonanon289]

Great video, despite KZbin doing its best to spoil it with intrusive advertising.

[@ForsgardPeter]

I know, the add are a bummer. Unfortunately I need the tekemien from the add. Those help to keep the content free.

[@winedemonium]

Gold. Thank you Peter

[@adrianocastaldini]

Thanks for your video. Just a question: why not hyper-focus (instead of fixed 3m focus distance)?

[@ForsgardPeter]

I have found that it works the best for me. Hyper focal distance is another option. It gives good results.

[@oscarc1100]

I loved the last tip: use the phone app...!

[@Tugela60]

In my experience the best way to remain invisible on the street is to alternately scream at nothing and then mutter furtively to yourself. Having a wild eyed stare helps a lot in perfecting your invisibility cloak. Guarenteed. No one will notice you at all, they will all be too busy looking in some other direction 😂

[@Meritumas]

Sadly it’s real nowadays 😢

[@aphovasse]

The little Sony RX100 iiv is so awesome for this

[@ForsgardPeter]

Most likely is.

[@boyantrifonov]

Hey Peter! This was a very nice and informative video. I was plesantly surprised when I recognized the streets in my city Sofia (the capital of) Bulgaria whn you showed the Google Street View tip. Have you been there and if you were how was you street photography experience?

[@ForsgardPeter]

I was there in 2020, just before the COVID lockdown started. I will be traveling to Sofia again, so I looked at Sofia from Google Street View.

[@formicapple2]

Great post. Very useful advice. Ty.

[@ForsgardPeter]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it!