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Run-and-Gun Event Coverage

Techniques for solo shooters covering live events with no second takes. Gear, settings, and workflow for one-person crews.

✅ Checklist

  • Set camera to auto-ISO with exposure compensation
  • Use a zoom lens (24-70mm or 24-105mm) to avoid lens changes
  • Attach on-camera shotgun mic for ambient audio
  • Shoot in 10-second bursts, not continuous
  • Get wide establishing shots first, then details
  • Charge batteries and format cards during breaks

🎒 Equipment

  • Mirrorless camera
  • 24-70mm or 24-105mm zoom
  • On-camera shotgun mic
  • Monopod
  • Extra batteries (4+)
  • Multiple memory cards
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