How to Take Amazing Watch Photos for Instagram

Show Off Your Watch

Great watch photography makes your timepiece look its best on Instagram. Here are the tips and tricks from the watch community.

Wrist Shot Tips

• Natural light is best avoid flash
• Angle: Hold wrist at 45 degrees
• Background: Simple, uncluttered
• Cuff: Show the shirt cuff for lifestyle feel

Flat Lay Tips

• Arrange the watch with accessories wallet, sunglasses, keys
• Use a clean background wood, marble, fabric
• Shoot from directly above

Macro Tips

• Get close to the dial to show details
• Focus on the hands and indices
• Use a phone macro lens for best results

Lighting

• Golden hour warm, soft light is perfect
• Overcast days even, diffused light
• Window light free and available indoors

Frequently Asked Questions

What phone is best for watch photos?
Any modern smartphone with a macro mode works. The key is lighting and composition, not the camera.