Digital News; Resarch on the 'Perfect Selfie'

As we are having a live interview showing how to take the perfect selfie, I decided to research what the aspects of taking a perfect selfie may be.

What Makes A Perfect 'Selfie'?

Believe it or not, but the Daily Mail have actually created an article regarding how to take the perfect selfie. Some of the tips which it says are:

    - Research from the University of Surrey suggests that you can take a better selfie if you take the  
      picture further away, so that you can instead zoom in to reach a better perspective. For group  
      shots, your phone should be at an arm's length and landscape.

A theoretical image showing where the correct distance
should be, created by Doctor Sporera

    - If using a wide-angled lens, then a 'selfie stick' would be appropriate. This enables you to gain that
      extra distance to stop the image from looking distorted.

A 'Selfie Stick'

     - In terms of lighting, the image shouldn't be back lit, and instead there should be a number of lights
       spread across the room so you don't get some darkening areas.

     - Phones often have automatic exposure settings, however on cameras you can tweak the ISO to
       reduce the noise from the image. This makes the image clearer and reduces any grain or exposure
       of light.

A video by 'Daily Mail' on how to take the perfect selfie

     - The angle of your selfie should be a high angle, and focus on your 'good side' of your face. The
       reason why is should be a high angle is so that it shows off your 'features' on your face, as well as
       if you're a women, helps to show your cleavage (according to 'WikiHow')

     - To liven up your 'selfie', websites suggest that showing something new will help to make it more
       interesting. For example, something you've just bought, or a new hairstyle, etc

     - Having an interesting expression (not a pout!). It doesn't hurt to smile, or you could remain
       authentic and have your own signature expression.
 

     - Using your main camera is always better. Although it's more difficult to take the 'selfie', it gives
       you a much better image quality, thus enhancing your picture.

     - Last but not least, theres also the post editing stage, which is adding your filter. This can be done
       by using applications on your phone such as Instagram, which enable you to create a unique twist
       to your image or like most people, use it to brighten up your image and generally make you look
       better. Filters can range from black and white to Valencia, etc.

Research taken from:

Wiki How: http://www.wikihow.com/Take-Good-Selfies
Daily Mail: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2747910/How-perfect-selfie-Hold-phone-close-face-make-sure-light-scientists-reveal.html