The most commonly used camera for photography is in your hand right now. iPhone is known to have amazing camera lenses and even more amazing photo-processing algorithms. This is the reason that iPhones are popular with photographers and artists going around the city to capture their best shots.

They are light and easier to handle and offer great details when used right. But smartphone cameras alone won’t get you far. Today we will be listing 5 top accessories that you should carry with you to enhance your photography experience.

5. Accessories Bag
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The first accessory may seem obvious for some, but you will be surprised how helpful this tip can be for others. Carry a small accessories bag to store all the other things you might need on your photo walk. 

Accessory bad ensures that you always have everything you need. It is important to get a good accessory bag that is comfortable on long photo walks. You don’t want to be distracted by a bag that isn’t designed for comfort.

4. Remote Shutter Release

The remote shutter release is a small standalone device that connects to your mobile phone and allows you to click pictures without being physically near your phone. 

Without a remote shutter release device, you need to set timers and then run against the clock to get into position.
The best part is that you don’t even have to buy a remote shutter release. iPhone buds have a remote shutter release feature built-in. So does the Apple watch. In fact, most smart bands or smartwatches allow you to use it as a remote shutter release.

3. Extra Light source

Even though iPhone’s built-in flashlight works in most cases. It is always nice to have more control over your lighting conditions. 

You can buy external lighting devices that are small and portable yet powerful and offer a better quality of light. This is especially important for people that like to shoot in low light conditions.

2. External Lens

One of the best ways to enhance your iPhone’s camera abilities is by using an external lens add-on. There are so many different options by so many companies. 

Olloclip is known for its camera lens add-ons that are very easy to install and have good picture quality. External Lens come in all shapes and sizes, from wide angles to a macro lenses. You can get almost any type of lens as an add-on.  

1. Tripod

The most important accessory of them all. Tripods are a staple for any serious photographer. They allow you to place the camera in perfect positions and help keep them stable. Stability is essential for long exposure shots or pictures where you also want to be in the picture. 

Not all tripods are made equal. Some are huge industrial-grade tripods. Those are not that portable for someone using a smartphone camera.

Gorilla-style tripods are great if you want something portable and versatile. Due to their flexibility, you can even tie them around objects like trees and poles.

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We can't have an Urban Jungle without Jungles. So today, we will be looking at some of the best Jungles in the world to photograph.

Jungles are forestation native to tropical climates. They are usually known for being an area of dense vegetation and forestation. Not all jungles around the world are built the same depending on the geographical location of the jungle, the type of vegetation, and the animals that inhabit that jungle very vastly.

Jungles also offer a unique perspective into a very different biosphere that we are used to. So let us take a look at some of the best jungles in the world to photograph.

5. Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica
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At the heart of the central Americas is the paradise nation of Costa Rica. Costa Rica is known for its dense vegetation and rugged jungles. The combination of Caribbean beaches and diverse rainforests makes Costa Rica an excellent destination for photographers. 

​The Monteverde Cloud Forest is a very popular tourist site for adventurous hiking trails and photography tours.  The forest consists of 6 ecological zones and has a very biodiverse landscape with more than 2,500 species of plants, 100 species of mammals, 400 species of birds, and 120 reptilian species. Tourists and scientists are both drawn to this place.

Fun fact, Cloud Forest is t home to all six species of the cat family jaguars, pumas, oncillas, ocelots, margays, and jaguarundis.

4. Lacandon Jungle, Mexico
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The Lancando Jungle starts in Chiapas in the south of Mexico and goes all the way down to Guatemala. The Lacandon is known for its dense vegetation, tropical climate, beautiful coastlines. ​

​The Lacandon is also home to some of the most iconic archeological Mayan sites. So, you won't be just looking and taking photographs of some trees and jaguars. You can also expect to see old Mayan ruins and pyramids.

3. Papua New Guinea
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Well, technically, Papua New Guinea isn't a jungle itself; it is a country. But over 70% of the country is covered in tropical rainforest and jungle. Papua New Guinea is a country of immense cultural and biological diversity. You can find a lot of traditional tribal villages to get the whole Papua New Guinea experience.  

​Famous hiking spots to visit are the Kokoda Trail. There are even active volcanos on the island if you are looking for something thrilling. 

2. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
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The Bwindi Impenetrable Forest derived its name from the thick forest of tall bamboo and dense fern-based foliage covering the ground. Bwindi means 'impenetrable' in the Runyakitara language. 

​And the forest remains true to its name. It is notorious for being hard to travel through the forest on foot. The forest is also home to over half of the earth's engendered mountain gorillas. 

1. The Brazilian Amazon, Brazil
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We can't talk about Jungles and rainforests without a shoutout to the largest rainforest in the world, the Amazon. The Amazon rainforest covers about 6% of the earth's surface and is alone responsible for 20% of the oxygen on earth. 

​The Amazon rainforest is so large that it covers 9 countries. Full of waterfalls, dense vegetation, massive rivers, and thousands upon thousands of species of animals and plants. The Amazon rainforest is so huge that native tribes live in the rainforest without any contact with the modern world.

Whether you are looking to hike through the dense jungle or take a trip down the Amazon River, the Brazilian Amazon has everything.

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Your Urban Jungle experience starts with taking the best clicks. Today we will be looking at the best cities in the US to take cityscapes. So here are the top cities in the US that offer the best canvas for your Urban Photography needs. These are in no particular order. 

5. Chicago, Illinois
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Downton Chicago offers a great variety of landmarks and destinations to take amazing urban landscapes. From the lights on Michigan Avenue in the winters to the mesmerizing pictures next to the cloud gate. The Chicago downtown has everything an urban dwelling photographer needs. 

​In the summers, you can roam on the Chicago Riverwalk and see many people kayaking in the river. Chicago offers a great variety in its urban space. From small, cute cafés to huge skyscrapers. Chicago has a little bit of everything for every kind of photography enthusiast.  

4. Seattle, Washington
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Seattle is known for its diverse culture and a young, energetic demographic. Located on the US west coast, Seattle is a pretty cold city. It is surrounded by water, mountains, and forests that can be seen in the background skyline pictures of the city. 

​The city is also home to large technology-based industries. So, you will also see futuristic urban spaces and young college-age people out and about roaming. The Space Needle downtown is the most recognized landmark in the city and a must-visit for any photography enthusiast.

3. Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles, the home of movie stars and cinema. But Hollywood isn’t the only thing Los Angeles is known for. It also has a stunning urban environment. Hollywood boulevard is an excellent place to soak in the Los Angeles aura.

​Overall, the environment in Los Angeles is hot, with palm trees and shorts being a common sight. The skyline offers modern skyscrapers with dry mountains in the background.

2. Miami, Florida

Miami gives photographers a teaser of the tropical islands and chilled beaches. The sights are beautiful with palm trees and golden sand beaches. Miami lights up even better at night with splashes of color everywhere. 

​Miami’s south beach offers amazing cityscape captures as tall buildings meet the warm ocean.

1. New York City, New York

We can’t talk about cityscapes without mentioning New York City. NYC is most probably the most famous city in the world for its lively urban beauty. Photographers have taken pictures of every inch of the place, yet there is always something new to capture in New York City.

​New York City is famous in the photography community for its’ Manhattanhenge that happens twice a year. This is when the setting or rise sun perfectly aligns with Manhattan's east and west streets, New York. 

You can edit your raw pictures with the Urban Jungle Photo Editor to add your personal touch to the image. The Urban Jungle Photo Editor is available for free on the App Store.

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