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Photo Shooting Checklist

Print this checklist and take it with you when you go out to shoot panorama photos.

  • Turn Auto-exposure OFF

  • Turn Auto White Balance OFF

  • Turn the Flash OFF

  • Use the same exposure setting (slight variations if necessary).

  • Use one Focal Length for all shots in the sequence

  • One Size/Quality for all shots in the sequence

  • Use a TRIPOD whenever possible - especially when objects are near to the camera

  • If a tripod is not available, lock elbows and pivot on one spot - keep camera level.

  • Use at least 25% overlap for each shot

  • Use 50% overlap when using a wide angle lens

  • Go beyond 360 degrees when shooting for 360 degrees panoramas - mark your tripod with a piece of tape

  • Create time-based groups - wait no more than 40 seconds between shots

  • Insert visual dividers (black shots) between sequences - use a lens cap or piece of cardboard

  • Be aware that an object in motion may cause problems when stitching

  • Be aware that scenes without much detail (cloudless sky over flat sea) are more difficult to stitch
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