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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