How to shoot
high-quality videos
If you’re ready to create your own 3D content, check out our tips for how
to shoot a high-quality 360 product video using the best equipment and set-up.
Please note that we are not affiliated with companies who sell lighting equipment, turntables or courses. We’ve shared these links to help you find what you need
How to shoot
high-quality videos
If you’re ready to create your own 3D content, check out our tips for how
to shoot a high-quality product video using the best equipment and set-up.
Please note that we are not affiliated with companies who sell lighting equipment,
turntables or courses. We’ve shared these links to help you find what you need
Setting up your equipment
Use the following equipment for a seamless result:
MOTORIZED TURNTABLE
A motorized turntable will help you get a smooth and even 360 product spin. These can be purchased in any size, from small like the Turnspro motorized head and Vello plate, to large enough for a mannequin or model to stand on, like this one from Arqspin.
CAMERA
Use any standard digital camera with movie mode, Mount your camera on a tripod. It’s important to keep your ISO low to prevent a grainy image. We recommended the following camera settings:
- Manual exposure
- Frame rate: 30
- Image stabilization: Off
LIGHTING
Even more important than a low ISO: the color of the background should be as white as possible (a paper background works well). You can change aperture, shutter or ISO values to make the background closer to white, but your results will also depend on the lighting in your studio. Use continuous lights (LED).
Shoot your video
POSITIONING
Place your object in the center of the turntable for a steady view when spun. In case your turntable rotates counter-clockwise, you can choose Reverse Rotation in the software and change the direction of rotation. Clockwise rotation is selected by default.
ROTATION
Make sure your turntable is rotating evenly. The optimal speed for a 360 spin is from 30 seconds up to one minute. Test a couple at different speeds to find the best one.
RECORDING
Shoot a video of 1.5 spins of the object or 1 spin of the motion scene. If you use a Canon, please just press the Start button; as soon as the object has been rotated a full turn and a half, please press the Stop button.
Find a 3D Product Photographer
Don’t have a studio? We will find a certified photographer near you who can shoot your products in 3D.
