Zooming in/out is a fantastic photographic effect, adding movement and action to photos, and giving them an abstract quality. Virtually any subject can produce a striking zoom effect, but generally ones with plenty of colour and pattern work best. Taking photos of high buildings and bridges in the nighttime produces some beautiful, colourful streaks.

Here are some breathtaking photos, taken by our reporter Xuan Son, which create unique, eye catching and irresistible images through the use of striking zoom effect.

The zoom burst effect is perfectly suited to night time photography because of the long exposure times involved. It is highly recommended to use a tripod in order to keep the camera in place during the exposure, adjust shutter speeds between 15 – 30 seconds and avoid blurry images caused by camera shake.

Long exposure photography using lens rotation technique helps to create more eye-catching images

Depending on the lighting conditions and the settings, images highlight many strange light trails in all different shapes and colours.

Such subjects with certain light source as crowded roads, running cars and sparkling bridges are ideal for the photographic effect.

By zooming in/out, the Thuan Phuong Bridge looks more sparkling and magnificent in the nighttime.

Here is an impressive corner of the romantic Han River.