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Galaxy S9 | S9+ Tips

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Photo of a person creating Light Graffiti in the shape of a star.

Photo tips

Browse a gallery of inspirational photos and videos and click to get the surprisingly simple steps that allow you to make your own.

  • Click to learn how to shoot a neon portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Neon Lights

    Dual Aperture

  • Click to learn how to shoot a rainy day portrait with Dual Aperture

    Rainy Daze

    Dual Aperture

  • Click to learn how to shoot a bold aura portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Aura

    Dual Aperture

  • Click to learn how to shoot a swinging snack video with Super Slow-mo

    The Nom Nom Swing

    Super Slow-mo

  • Click to learn how to shoot a confetti-filled video with Super Slow-mo

    The Balloon Reverse

    Super Slow-mo

  • Click to learn how to shoot a colorful celebratory video with Super Slow-mo

    The Celebration Loop

    Super Slow-mo

  • Click to learn how to shoot a gravity-defying portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Anti-Gravity

    Dual Aperture: Bright Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a double-vision picture with Dual Aperture

    Double Vision

    Dual Aperture: Low Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a dizzying shot with Dual Aperture

    The Stairway

    Dual Aperture: Low Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a rainbow-filled bubbly video with Super Slow-mo

    The Bubble Loop

    Super Slow-mo

  • Click to learn how to shoot a bubblegum-popping video with Super Slow-mo

    The Popping Swing

    Super Slow-mo

  • Click to learn how to shoot a wild and wet video with Super Slow-mo

    The Water Reverse

    Super Slow-mo

  • Click to learn how to shoot a reflective sunglasses selfie with Dual Aperture

    The Mirror Image

    Dual Aperture: Bright Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot an underwater snap with Dual Aperture

    The Submarine

    Dual Aperture: Bright Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot shapes that light up the night with Dual Aperture

    Light Graffiti

    Dual Aperture: Low Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a stunning silhouette portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Silhouette

    Dual Aperture: Low Light

  • Click to learn how to snap your friends in angelic lighting with Dual Aperture

    The Halo

    Dual Aperture: Low Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a mirage-like photo with Dual Aperture

    The Mirage

    Dual Aperture: Bright Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a skyward jump shot with Dual Aperture

    The Jump Shot

    Dual Aperture: Bright Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a mid-air action snap with Dual Aperture

    The Hover

    Dual Aperture: Bright Light

  • Click to learn how to shoot a pro-level vanishing point shot with Dual Aperture

    The Vanishing Point

    Dual Aperture: Bright Light

Photos Captured #withGalaxy

See how people around the world are using their Galaxy to create stunning pictures. Then head out and join the fun.

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @kklivehigh of a person standing in front of a reflective surface showing clouds in the sky

    @kklivehigh

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @lulovas of a landscape seen through a rose-colored sunglass lens

    @lulovas

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @kiks_way of a person standing backlit in a circular entryway

    @kiks_way

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @morpeous of a woman walking into a sunny tree-filled area

    @morpeous

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @inescostamonteiro of a woman sitting on a red chair in the middle of a sidewalk

    @inescostamonteiro

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @shovali123 of a girl sitting on a rock in front of a small waterway and rocky hills

    @shovali123

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @adiheikal looking down a walkway made of bamboo

    @adiheikal

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @ry_ty_on_tour looking down train tracks running through a neighborhood at sunset

    @ry_ty_on_tour

  • A photo captured with Galaxy by Instagram user @naul85 looking down a narrow brick road surrounded by yellow buildings

    @naul85

The Dodo #withGalaxy

Calling all animal lovers—here are fantastic Super Slow-mo videos of furry friends! Check out how the humans at The Dodo captured magnificent four-legged moments.

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  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy of a woman doing yoga and a dog jumping on her. The swing effect is used when the dog jumps.

    The Dodo: Yoga

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy of a pitbull being sprayed in the mouth with a hose. The video is shot from multiple angles.

    The Dodo: So Ready For Summer

  • A video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy with various tips and tricks for shooting Super Slow-mo videos with animals and even a baby.

    The Dodo: Zammy The Insta-Star

  • A video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy. It is a selection of Super Slow-mo videos featuring dogs and using a variety of effects including swing.

    The Dodo: Earth Day

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy for Mother’s Day. It features a mom, her daughter, and their two dogs jumping, walking, and shaking their hair.

    The Dodo: Mothers Day

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy of an adventure cat that is running on the beach and swimming in the water.

    The Dodo: Burma Cat

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy of dogs jumping and catching fruits and vegetables, shot from multiple angles and using a variety of effects including swing.

    The Dodo: Fruits & Veggies

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy of Labrador dogs jumping into a pool and swimming underwater, chasing tennis balls. Shot from a variety of angles and using different effects like swing.

    The Dodo: Labrador Pool Party

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy of two surfing dogs and how Super Slow-mo helps share rad moments, and how photos can be taken even in low light.

    The Dodo: Surf Dog

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy of a corgi party where corgis swim and shake and run, shot from multiple angles including underwater, and using a variety of effects.

    The Dodo: Corgi Party

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy for Father’s Day. It shows a man driving a motorcycle with a sidecar and three dogs wearing goggles riding in the sidecar. The Super Slow-mo video starts when the dogs pass by.

    The Dodo: Father's Day

  • A Super Slow-mo video from The Dodo shot on Galaxy for World Cup 2018. It shows dogs playing with different soccer balls, running and jumping, shot from a variety of angles and using different effects including swing.

    The Dodo: World Pup

BuzzFeed #withGalaxy

These epic videos will get you right in the feels. BuzzFeed takes Super Slow-mo to a new level with videos showing hilarious and relatable moments in awesome detail.

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  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of a woman and a man getting various snacks thrown at their face and them trying to catch. The caption above says “When you give up on your diet”.

    BuzzFeed: Snacks

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of a man getting hit with water balloons from various angles. The caption above says “Monday morning hitting you like”

    BuzzFeed: Water Balloon

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of a a girl blowing bubbles. The caption above says “When it’s finally shorts weather”

    BuzzFeed: Bubbles

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of a man doing a cannonball into a pool and splashing his friends. The caption above says “Jumping into the weekend like”

    BuzzFeed: Cannon Ball

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of milk being poured into coffee from different angles. It ends with an aerial shot of a latte. The caption above says “Waiting for your coffee like”

    BuzzFeed: Coffee

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of a dog sticking out its tongue and shaking. The caption above says “When you know you look good”

    BuzzFeed: Dog

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of a woman blowing out candles on a cake with confetti falling. The caption above says “Me: I don’t want to make a big deal about my birthday. Also me:”

    BuzzFeed: Birthday

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy of a man juggling three oranges and a banana. The caption above says “Me trying to juggle adult responsibilities”

    BuzzFeed: Juggling

  • A Super Slow-mo video from BuzzFeed shot on Galaxy in a split-screen with four videos. Each video features ice cream being scooped or sauce and sprinkles being poured on, shot with the swing effect.

    BuzzFeed: Ice Cream

  • A neon portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Neon Lights

    Find a colorful neon sign at street level and have a friend strike a pose.

    Use the light from the sign to light their face.

    Tap the screen to focus on your friend, drag the brightness scale left or right to darken or lighten, and then shoot.

  • A rainy day portrait with Dual Aperture

    Rainy Daze

    Take your camera out in the rain to take a stunning portrait. Don’t worry about water–the Galaxy S9 can handle a splash.

    Frame up a friend with an umbrella in front of some street lights.

    Select Live Focus and adjust the level of background blur for a beautiful photo worth getting wet for.

    * Live Focus available only on the Galaxy S9+ rear camera.

  • A bold aura portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Aura

    Create your very own color filter. All you need is some glow sticks.

    Hold the sticks close to the camera lens and play around with their positioning.

    Now, tap the screen to focus on a friend, drag the brightness scale left or right to darken or lighten, and then shoot.

  • A swinging snack video with Super Slow-mo

    The Nom Nom Swing

    Grab a friend and their favorite snack.

    Select Super Slow-mo. The camera will capture Super Slow-mo when the yellow square detects motion. So position the square to the side of their face.

    Hit record, throw, then select GIF in gallery and choose 'Swing' in details. And remember, fails are usually funnier.

  • A confetti-filled video with Super Slow-mo

    The Balloon Reverse

    Fill a balloon with confetti and then blow it up.

    Select Super Slow-mo. The camera will capture Super Slow-mo when the yellow square detects motion. So position the square over the balloon.

    Hit record, pop the balloon, then select GIF in gallery and choose 'Reverse' in details. The clean up will be worth it.

  • A colorful celebratory video with Super Slow-mo

    The Celebration Loop

    Find some confetti or rice; there’s no wrong way to celebrate.

    Select Super Slow-mo. The camera will capture Super Slow-mo when motion is detected in the yellow square. So position the square over the confetti in your friend’s hands.

    Hit record, blow or throw, then select GIF in gallery and choose 'Loop' in details.

  • A gravity-defying portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Anti-Gravity

    Turn a floor into a wall and vice versa. All it takes is the right angle.

    Try having a friend lie on the ground with their feet planted on a wall. Make sure there’s nothing in the background that might spoil the illusion.

    Start shooting, then in your Gallery, tap Photo Editor Pro > Transform > Rotate to spin the photo 90°.

  • A double-vision picture with Dual Aperture

    Double Vision

    First, find a reflection. It could be a shop window, a puddle or any other shiny surface.

    Then, decide how much of your friend you want to show. You could try showing all of the reflection and just some of the person, or just the reflection–or both. Play around for the best effect.

  • A dizzying shot with Dual Aperture

    The Stairway

    Find a spiral staircase and go to the highest point. The taller the building, the better.

    Wait until no one’s on the stairs or add a friend one or two flights below.

    Aim down and move the camera around until you find a symmetrical image.

  • A rainbow-filled bubbly video with Super Slow-mo

    The Bubble Loop

    Choose a sunny day for a rainbow effect on your bubbles.

    Tap Super Slow-mo. The camera will capture Super Slow-mo when the yellow square detects motion. So position the square over their face.

    Hit record. Then select GIF in gallery and choose 'Loop' in details.

  • A bubblegum-popping video with Super Slow-mo

    The Popping Swing

    Find a friend who can blow bubbles like a pro.

    Tap Super Slow-mo. The camera will capture Super Slow-mo when the yellow square detects motion. So position the square over the bubble.

    Take a deep breath, hit record, then select GIF in gallery and choose 'Swing' in details to make it swing back and forth.

  • A wild and wet video with Super Slow-mo

    The Water Reverse

    Don’t worry about water–because the Galaxy S9 can handle a splash.

    So get up close and tap Super Slow-mo. The camera will capture Super Slow-mo when the yellow square detects motion. So position the square next to their face.

    Hit record, throw, then select GIF in gallery and choose 'Reverse' in details. Remember, the bigger the balloons the better.

  • A reflective sunglasses selfie with Dual Aperture

    The Mirror Image

    Take your camera out in bright sunlight and grab a pair of reflective sunglasses; mirrored lenses work best.

    Get up close and personal until you can see yourself in the reflection. Make sure the sunnies are spotless.

  • An underwater snap with Dual Aperture

    The Submarine

    Dive deep, hold your breath and aim up.

    To shoot underwater, press the volume button down (located on the left side). You could try shooting a pool toy, overhanging trees or a floating friend.

    The Galaxy S9 is water resistant in up to 5ft of freshwater for up to 30 mins. Just remember to towel dry when you’re done.

  • shapes that light up the night with Dual Aperture

    Light Graffiti

    Grab a friend, some glow sticks and go out into the night.

    Pop your camera into Pro Mode (shutter speed somewhere between 2 and 4, ISO 50) and put it somewhere it’ll stay perfectly still.

    Shoot while a friend ‘draws’ with a glow stick (or their phone flashlight). You’ll have two seconds to make a masterpiece.

    * Pro Mode can be set-up differently depending on the environment.

  • A stunning silhouette portrait with Dual Aperture

    The Silhouette

    The best time for capturing a stunning silhouette is Golden Hour—the hour before sunset.

    Have a friend stand in front of the colorful sky and start snapping. Try different poses and move your camera around until you get a shot you like.

  • snap your friends in angelic lighting with Dual Aperture

    The Halo

    Get ‘The Halo’ effect with car headlights.

    Position a friend between you and stationary car headlights. Make sure they block the lights entirely for a stunning halo effect around their silhouette.

    Experiment with different poses and try shooting from a crouched position—not at eye height—for a more dramatic effect.

  • A mirage-like photo with Dual Aperture

    The Mirage

    First, find a reflective surface—a swimming pool, lake or even a puddle will do.

    With you on one side and a friend on the other, photograph the reflection in the water.

    Then, go into the Gallery and tap Photo Editor Pro > Transform > Flip vertical to finish the effect.

  • A skyward jump shot with Dual Aperture

    The Jump Shot

    Lie down, look up and have a friend jump over you.

    Try using a Burst Shot. To take one, simply press and hold the shoot button and your Galaxy will take 20+ photos in one go. Then find the best image in the Gallery.

  • A mid-air action snap with Dual Aperture

    The Hover

    A Burst Shot is your secret weapon here. To take one, simply press and hold the shoot button; your Galaxy will take 20+ photos as your friend jumps.

    In the Gallery, find the image where your friend appears suspended in thin air; neither rising or falling.

    Burst Shot works best in bright light, so jump outside.

  • A pro-level vanishing point shot with Dual Aperture

    The Vanishing Point

    Professional photographers often use the vanishing point; a point in the distance where two parallel lines come together—like white rails above.

    You’ll find that getting close to the ground often helps. Now add a friend for a perfectly framed photo.