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Selfie study explains why we like taking pictures of ourselves so much

9/5/2023

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"Selfie?" - a question that accompanies even the most impossible situations in friendship, family and relationships. What portrait love is all about has now been investigated by several universities. Surprise: "Selfies" are all about the moment.

To this end, a team of researchers from the Universities of Tübingen, Ontario and Ohio investigated the significance of photographic perspectives. In a study consisting of six experiments, the scientists discovered the following: the intention during the photo shoot determines the perspective of the image.

According to this, the goal of a shot influences the camera movement. For example, the third-person perspective, i.e. the selfie, is used when the main aim is to capture the deep meaning of the moment. The first-person perspective, on the other hand, which captures what is in front of you, emphasises the scenic, physical experience.

Example: Anyone who climbs Pico Blanco together on a Costa Rican couple's holiday and takes a selfie on the summit is celebrating their shared adventure. If you take a photo of the view instead, you are honouring the landscape.

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In addition, the camera angle you choose influences your emotions when you look at the photos again later. According to the research team, people find it easier to build a bridge between themselves and the moment if the picture is a selfie. This means that you can better visualise the experience when you are looking at yourself.

A good reason to take a look around our shop for the right equipment. The Insta360 stick, for example, promises even longer and easier selfie orgies. It is equipped with a particularly large amount of battery power and becomes an extended power source for your camera. The accompanying remote control should also make your photo session easier.