Hyped for the solar eclipse on 12 August? #SafetyFirstSo with that said, here’s how to give yourself the best chance of getting the perfect solar eclipse photo with your phone or camera. How to photograph the solar eclipse with a smartphoneFirst, you’ll need a suitable solar filter covering your phone’s cameras. Ultimately, you should be able to get some great shots of the solar eclipse with your smartphone and a similarly safe setup. Different filters transmit different amounts of light, while your lens, camera and the weather will all affect the exposure.