The idea
One look, many photos, one winner
The same person, in the same outfit, can land in two different ranges on two different photos. The mog meter reads the photo, not the person, which makes it a tool for choosing rather than a verdict. Instead of guessing which shot to post, you measure.
How to track
Track your takes in three steps
- 01
Shoot a set
Three takes, one change each.
- 02
Scan each one
Note the score for every take.
- 03
Keep the best
Post the take that scores top.
Change one thing per take, like the light, the angle or the background, so you know which change moved the score. Mogg shows one result at a time, so keep your scores in your notes app as you go.
What to test
What to change between takes
Light
Try a window, then open shade.
Angle
Eye level, then a touch above.
Background
Swap the room, keep the fit.
Expression
Neutral, then a half smile.
Not sure what to change next? The full read lists three moves for that exact photo, each with the points it should add.
A set, worked through
From 5.4 to 7.3 in four takes
The example at the top of this page, take by take. One look, one outfit, and only the spot changes.
- Bathroom mirror, 5.4: overhead light and a busy sink behind.
- Car selfie, 6.1: softer light, but the camera sits too low.
- Window light, 6.8: even light on the face, a plainer wall.
- Open shade, 7.3: soft light all round, and it clears the line.
Nearly two points, and nothing about the person changed. To read what your own numbers mean, see the Mog Scale guide, and the mog calculator turns any score into its place on the Mogg curve.
FAQ
Questions, answered
How many takes should I shoot?
Three is a good set, and your 3 free scans every 72 hours cover it. Past five takes the differences get small, so pick a winner and post it.
What is a mog tracker?
A way to follow your Mogg Score across photos. Scan each take, note the score and keep the best one. Mogg shows one result at a time, so keep a note as you go.
Is a mog meter the same as the mog scale?
They measure the same thing. The meter is your score on one photo, and the scale is the 0 to 10 range that score sits on.
How much can a better photo raise my score?
Often a point or more. Light, angle and background change from shot to shot, and the score moves with them.
Should I compare my score with my friends?
Compare photos, not people. The useful comparison is your take against your own other takes. For a head-to-head, put everyone in one group photo and run a Squad Roast.