Motion Freeze
Motion Freeze combines a long exposure with a flash at the end. The camera first captures the ambient light and movement in the scene, creating trails and atmosphere, then fires the flash to lock your subject into sharp focus.
Two scenes. One surreal image.
Double Exposure lets you expose the same frame twice, blending two separate shots into a single photograph. It’s perfect for layered portraits, textured silhouettes, unexpected combinations and soft, dreamlike overlays.
The technique is simple, but the results can feel almost accidental in the best possible way. One image becomes the backdrop for the next, and the two combine into something new.
How to create a Double Exposure
What you’ll need
Your camera, two ideas that might work well together, and a bit of room to experiment. Portraits, textures, shadows, plants, windows, architecture and strong graphic shapes can all make great ingredients for a double exposure.
Set up your camera
Set the camera to Double Exposure mode (look for the overlapping squares icon). Once the mode is selected, you’re ready to make two exposures on the same frame.
Take your first shot
Take Shot 1. The indicator should show “1”. For this first image, it often helps to keep things a little darker or more shadowed. Darker areas leave more space for the second image to show through, which can make the final combination feel clearer and more intentional. Think of this first shot as the foundation.
Plan your second shot
Before taking Shot 2, think about where the darker areas appeared in the first image. Those are the places where your second image is most likely to show up most clearly, so try placing your subject or composition with that in mind. Textures, silhouettes, foliage, patterns and bold shapes all layer especially well. A portrait combined with leaves, a silhouette filled with architecture, or a shadowy scene overlaid with something bright can all work beautifully.
Take your second shot
Take Shot 2. The indicator should show “2”. This is the shot that will combine with the first to complete the image. If you want your second subject to appear more clearly or sharply, try using flash. That can help define the subject against the layered background and make the final result feel more balanced.
Let it develop
After the second exposure, the photo will eject. Shield it from light and leave it face-down while it develops. Then see how your two images have merged.
A few things to try
Start simple. Pair a portrait with a texture. Layer a face with leaves or flowers. Fill a silhouette with buildings, sky, or branches. Or combine two scenes that seem like they shouldn’t belong together and see what happens.
Double Exposure works especially well when one image is simple, and the other adds detail. Too much happening in both shots can make the result feel crowded, while a little negative space gives the images room to breathe.
And if the first attempt comes out strange, that usually means you’re doing it right. Half the fun is discovering which combinations create something unexpectedly good.
Need inspiration?
Watch @linusandhiscamera explores the creative possibilities of Double Exposure.
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