Photography tips
Starburst effect
Key tips
- Use a small aperture like f/22 to create the characteristic starburst effect from the light source.
- Use a narrow aperture like f/14 to turn point light sources into a starburst effect.
- Use a small aperture to achieve the starburst effect when shooting directly into the light.
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