1. What is the format of the photography contest?
The contest comprises two rounds. In the first round, participants can use any of the listed 9 categories to send multiple entries. Entries are open for all smartphone users. Those advancing to the second round will receive OPPO phones to capture their entries.
2. Can I use any smartphone for the first round?
Yes, participants can use any mobile device for their submissions, in the first round. For the second round, we’ll be providing the OPPO devices to the selected participants.
3. Can I use a DSLR camera for the competition?
The competition pertains specifically to smartphone photography content, and therefore, the use of DSLR cameras is prohibited.
4. Are there any specific categories for each round?
Categories for each round will be announced with the respective contest guidelines. Participants need to ensure that their submissions adhere to the categories.
5. Can I submit multiple photos?
Yes, multiple entries can be submitted as per various categories. In Round 1, participants can submit entries as per various categories. Each participant can submit up to 13 photos in each category.
6. How will winners be selected in each round?
Winners will be chosen by the jury based on the pre-defined judging criteria.
7. When will the winners be announced?
The winners of round 1 will be announced at the end of June. The winners, duly informed individually and through email, SMS & platform, shall progress to the second round.
8. Can I participate if I am not an experienced photographer?
Yes. The contest is open to photographers of all skill levels.
9. How do I submit my entries?
To submit entries on the OPPO imagine IF India website, participants need to create/log-in to their account and fill the submission form. By entering the competition, entrants accept and agree to the privacy policy on the official OPPO Imagine IF India website.
10. Is there an entry fee?
No fee is required for participation in the contest. Participants are only required to adhere to the contest guidelines and submit their entries in accordance with the instructions provided.
11. Can I edit my photos before submitting them?
The photos should not be altered in any desktop image processing program such as Photoshop and Lightroom. Moderate post-processing on the photos is permissible, such as adjusting the brightness, contrast, white balance, saturation, shadows, etc. Composite photos that change the original content of the photo are not acceptable. Complete EXIF data must be retained and shared with the OPPO team whenever required.
12. Where can I find updates and announcements?
All updates, announcements, and results will be communicated through OPPO imagine IF India official website.
13. Am I eligible for both India and Global Award?
Yes, when you submit your entry to India Awards, your entry is automatically submitted to the Global Awards as well. So, you stand a chance to win both Awards in case you are selected as a winner in both India and Global Awards.
It might also be possible that you do not win in India Awards, but your entry wins in Global Awards. In this case, you will only receive the Global Awards as appropriate.
14. What is the eligibility for Weekly Awards?
The weekly Awards are only open for “Shot On OPPO” images. From the image data provided by you, we will only pick the winners for weekly awards that are shot using an OPPO device.
15. How soon will I receive my award if I win?
The exact timelines and process for receiving your awards will be communicated directly to the winners. Please ensure that you furnish correct contact details for communications.