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Expectations VS Reality: Cell Phone Pictures

Let's face it, cell phone pictures never quite turn out the way we want them to. Check out some of the most common cell phone pic disappointments and discover the power of the shot with the Canon PowerShot camera. Then use our Canon photo-strip tool to upload your favorite pics. See how you stack up to other BuzzFeed users and share them with your friends.

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1. When you're documenting your cat's cuteness

EXPECTATION
Christian Holmér / CC BY 2.0 / Flickr: crsan /

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REALITY
Andrey / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: akras

REALITY

2. When you're taking pictures at a concert

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CC BY-SA http://2.0 / CC BY-SA http://2.0 / Flickr: jikatu

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Azchael / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: azchael

REALITY

3. When you're taking a self-portrait

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Aleera / CC BY-ND http://2.0 / Flickr: ale_era

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Keoni Cabral / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: keoni101

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4. When you're capturing your awesome meal

EXPECTATION
Vegan Feast Catering / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: veganfeast

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Jonathan Brodsky / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: jonbro

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5. When your friends are having a dance off

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Mark Dolby / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: markdolby

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EMILIE RHAUPP / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: emraps

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6. When you're on vacation at the beach

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GreggMP / CC BY-ND http://2.0 / Flickr: greggmichaelphotography

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Derek Hatfield / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: loimere

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7. When you're taking in the beautiful city skyline

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Afton Almaraz / Getty Images

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Jordi de Dios / CC BY-SA http://2.0 / Flickr: pansa

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8. When you're celebrating your birthday in style

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Roco Julie / CC BY-SA 2.0 / Flickr: iamroco

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Eden, Janine and Jim / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: edenpictures

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9. When you're taking pictures from a plane

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jill, jellidonut... whatever / CC BY-SA http://2.0 / Flickr: mulmatsherm

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gingerbydesign / CC BY http://2.0 / Flickr: gingerbydesign

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10. When you're cooking with your friends

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Ginny / CC BY-SA http://2.0 / Flickr: ginnerobot

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BJ Carter / CC BY-ND http://2.0 / Flickr: bjcarter

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