4th of July Guide: How to Photograph Fireworks

Capturing photos of fireworks takes the right equipment and settings on your camera. Click through the photos above to read a short tutorial to help you capture the rockets' red glare on the Fourth of July.  

Equipment needed:

• Camera: Either a point-and-shoot or a SLR (single lens reflex).
• Tripod: To keep the camera steady and prevent motion blur.
• Flashlight: To see the camera settings in the dark.
• Wireless Trigger or cable release: Not vital, but it helps prevent camera shake if you have one.

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