## Mastering Depth of Field for Stunning DIY Phone Product Shots **TL;DR: Create professional-looking product photos by controlling depth of field using your phone’s portrait mode, distance, and lighting.** Depth of field (DoF) refers to the area of your photo that appears sharp. In product photography, a shallow DoF helps isolate the item by blurring the background, making your product pop even when shooting with a phone. Use your phone’s portrait mode or adjust the distance between the product and background to control this effect. Good lighting also enhances clarity and depth perception. - Use portrait mode or aperture control if available - Position your product several feet from the background - Keep your phone closer to the product for a shallower DoF - Use natural or soft artificial lighting to avoid harsh shadows - Experiment with angles to emphasize product details What’s your biggest challenge when trying to create blurred backgrounds with your phone? #phonephotography #productshots #depthoffield #diyphotography #mobilephotography