You might not be the best photographer in the world, but sometimes everything in the universe aligns so precisely, all you have to do is press the shutter-release button in the right place at the right time. Every now and then, perfect timing can make or break a photo, turning it into a happy accident or a beautiful illusion, so Bored Panda has compiled a list of perfectly timed photos that proves you don't necessarily need expensive gear to take an incredible picture.
From a cool photo of a fabulous ostrich that appears to have the best hair in the world to a struggling substitute teacher sending subtle hints, these perfect timing photos will definitely make you look twice. But remember, it doesn't mean you don't have to work on improving your photography skills. To quote a popular saying, "Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity." Scroll down to please your eyes with some of the best perfectly timed pictures, and if this collection isn't enough, check out our similar lists full of interesting photos here and here.
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Firefighter In Peru
He must have been an Angel to many stuck in there.. So, pretty accurate.
When The Timing Is Right
Was Taking Random Pictures Of My Mother And This Came Out
Dads Rock
Wow! Lucky boy. This I call good reflexes sir. Impressive catch.
Perfectly Timed Photo Of A Wave
Suspicious Hair
Maybe She's Barn With It
The Moment A Trout Eats A Mayfly And The Second Before Water Tension Gives Way
Watching TV With My Feet Up When Suddenly
In The Right Moment
Perfect Timing
Took A Picture Of My Fire Pit Last Night And Caught Peter Pan And Tinkerbell
Have Your Own Beer Towel
I Took A Photo Of My Brother. He Jump At The Right Moment And It Looks Like He Has To Go Because His Planet Needs Him
I Caught A Pic Of Lightning Bouncing Off A Double Rainbow
What Would You Call This Beast?
Amazingly, Perfect Shot Of My Friend Skydiving Into Burning Man
An Airplane Is Silhouetted Against The First Solar Eclipse Of The Decade, Seen Over Bangkok, Thailand, 2010
Smile
Just A Pic That My Friend Took Down At The Beach The Other Day
Due To The Chair Leg And This Guy's Posture, It Looks Like He's Wearing High Heels
Here's My Best Perfectly Timed Photo
This Is The Hilarious Moment A Curious Pufferfish Managed To Photobomb An Unsuspecting Diver
Still Wondering Whether He Did This On Purpose Or Not
My Brother Took A Picture With His Iphone At The Exact Moment A Spark Ricocheted Off Of My Ear
Seafoam Splash Captured At A Thousandth Of A Second
Strange Dirt Formation On My Car Looks Like People Hanging
Perfect Moment
The Invisible Hockey Player
Oh, Good. Another "Holding Up The Leaning Tower Of Pisa" Pic
Two Rows Of Judges Ignore A Gymnast
Timing Is Key (But Luck Doesn’t Hurt Either)
Perfect Timing
