Four out of five mums and dads experience technical hitches when trying to take a perfect family picture or film of the little ones in action, according to new research of 1,000 UK parents.
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On average, it takes three attempts to get a family snap that everyone is happy with. A large number of shots are rejected for classic errors such as closed eyes and people looking in the wrong direction. However, some parents are becoming increasingly picky and banishing shots deemed unflattering.
One in three mums confess that they kick up more fuss than anyone else about family pictures and are the most likely family member to veto an unattractive snap.
The OnePoll research, commissioned to mark the launch of Panasonic’s new family camera and HD camcorder ranges, also revealed the key elements for the perfect photo.
According to mums and dads, the best family photos are those that are spontaneous, show the family being themselves and show everyone looking like they’re having a good time.
Michael Price from Panasonic said: “Getting great pictures and videos of your family doesn’t have to be difficult.
“There are lots of high quality cameras and HD camcorders that come with fantastic features that help overcome common mistakes and practically do all the work for you.”
Other family photo and video dilemmas parents battle include little ones playing up to the camera and deliberately pulling silly faces or, worse still, the shots appearing too posed or cheesy.
Perhaps due to our high demands, a staggering three quarters of parents have less than 10 family pictures on display in their home.
Michael added: “No-one expects family videos to be Hollywood blockbusters, but if parents feel confident behind the camera, they are more likely to capture the magic moments of family life that we cherish forever.”
Panasonic has created helpful tips for filming better family videos at www.panasonic.co.uk/homemovies.
Top 5 family photo and video dilemmas
- Someone has their eyes shut
- Someone isn’t looking at the camera
- Someone in the group thinks the photo is unflattering
- It looks too posed
- Taking several versions because one person is always taking the photo, so isn’t in it
For more inspiration on capturing the perfect family moments, check out 4 Top Tips for Filming a Family Day Out.