How to take good photos to sell your phone
Seller photos4 minUpdated 2026-07-15
How to take good photos to sell your phone
Use a white or neutral background near a window, clean the lens and photograph the exact device from at least five angles. Add the screen on, accessories and honest close-ups of defects.
Set up a mini studio
A table and window are enough; consistency matters more than an expensive camera.
- Use white paper or plain fabric with no objects around it.
- Face soft light; avoid direct flash and harsh sun.
- Clean the phone and lens, then keep framing consistent.
Follow the eight-view plan
Each view answers a specific buyer question.
- Front screen off, front screen on, back, left side and right side.
- Top and bottom to show ports, screws and impacts.
- Accessories together, then a close-up of every visible defect or repair.
Avoid trust-destroying photos
A simple proof image sells better than a spectacular but ambiguous one.
- No filters, artistic blur, catalogue shots or reflections hiding the screen.
- Do not crop away the edges.
- Order the set so the first photo clearly shows the whole device.
Common questions
Why at least five photos?
One face cannot show sides, back and defects. A complete set reduces questions and wasted meetups.
Should I show a scratch?
Yes, both close up and in a wider view so the buyer understands its real size.