How to get perfect Times Square photos?

[Gunjan Saini]

How to get perfect Times Square photos?

 

[ClayJensen]

Best way to get great Times Square shots:

• Go early morning or late night — fewer crowds, better lighting.
• Use portrait mode or a wide-angle lens for the full neon look.
• Stand near the red steps at TKTS for a full view.
• Avoid harsh midday light—the signs can wash out.
• If possible, shoot in RAW or HDR so colors pop later when editing.

I usually go around sunset or just after dark—the lights look amazing then.

 

[David]

The most opportune moment to capture the ideal Times Square photos is in the early morning or in the late night when there is least congestion. Shoot with wide angle lens to get all the lights and experiment with long terms shots to get trails of cool lights.

 

[Ellis]

To take great Times Square pictures, go in the early morning or later at night when there are fewer people, utilize wide angle lenses, create neon photographs after the sun sets, take pictures from an elevated angle, and use motion to make pictures more dynamic.

 

[Willjack]

To get the ideal Times Square photos, shoot at an early time of day or night (golden hour or post sunset), use an expansive optic lens, shoot the reflections of the neons, and pose among the billboards or the lights of the crosswalks. Do not crowd in midday and do not use active situation without a tripod or some steady hands.

 

[Jack Poe]

To get perfect Times Square photos, visit early morning or late night for fewer crowds. Use a wide-angle lens to capture vibrant billboards. Experiment with long exposures for light trails and include reflections for a stunning city effect.

 

[isabel]

Go early in the morning or late at night to avoid crowds, use a wide-angle lens, and capture the bright lights from unique angles for that perfect Times Square shot.

 

[Louisegrant]

In order to take beautiful shots of Times Square:

1. Get out early in the morning to avoid the number of people.
2. Take night mode to take neon lights.
3. Use a wide angle lens on tall buildings.
4. Add traffic motion blur effects to awe-inspiring effect.