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🎬A-RollIntermediateproduction

Multi-Camera A-Roll Setup

Use two or more cameras to give yourself editing flexibility and visual variety in interviews and presentations.

📐 Setup Diagram

Overhead diagram showing two-camera interview setup with 30-degree angle offset

Overhead diagram showing two-camera interview setup with 30-degree angle offset

📝 Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Position camera A

    Place your primary camera at subject eye level, slightly off-center for a natural look.

  2. 2

    Position camera B

    Set 30-45° offset from camera A. Use a tighter focal length for variety.

  3. 3

    Match settings

    Sync white balance, frame rate, and exposure across both cameras.

  4. 4

    Create a sync point

    Clap hands or use a slate at the start of each take for easy sync in post.

✅ Checklist

  • Match white balance across all cameras
  • Sync timecode or use a clap/slate
  • Vary focal lengths between cameras (wide + tight)
  • Offset cameras by 30-45 degrees
  • Monitor both feeds simultaneously if possible

🎒 Equipment

  • 2+ cameras
  • Matching lenses or zoom lenses
  • Audio recorder with timecode
  • Monitor/switcher
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