Once your phone and camera are connected to Arsenal, you’re ready to start shooting. By default, your app will open to the Smart Mode screen. Smart Mode uses Arsenal’s artificial intelligence to choose optimal settings for your shot.

Note: Shooting in Smart Mode requires a tripod or other stable surface. For handheld shooting, read Getting Started with Handheld Mode.

Before shooting in Smart Mode, always make sure that:

Tap the Live View icon in the upper right corner of the app. A live preview from your camera will appear on screen.

Move your camera and tripod to compose your shot. When getting started, we recommend placing a subject in the foreground so you can test Arsenal’s various features.

To select a focus point, simply tap on the Live View image. A target will show the point you selected, and turn green once focused.

To switch focus modes, tap the square focus icon in the upper right corner.

Press the shutter release button at the bottom of the screen to take a photo. Arsenal will trigger your camera’s shutter from up to 100 feet away.

To access advanced settings, click on the "Auto" icon in the lower left hand corner of the app. This will bring you into the menu to select, Exposure Bracketing, Focus Stacking, Long Exposure Stacking, and Off.

For more information on the Advanced Settings, please visit Getting Started with an Exposure Bracket, Getting Started with A Focus Stack, and Getting Started with a Long Exposure Stack.

After you’ve taken some test shots, you’re ready to start Reviewing and Sharing Photos.

Or, check out our other Getting Started articles: