360° video: Things to remember before filming

360° video: Things to remember before filming

6 years ago
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https://medium.com/@lav1411/360-video-vr-guide-inside-the-story-journalism-bcu-b009f6f971fb

360° videos are great fun to shoot and seemingly easy to get done too. However, it’s never as simple as it looks. 360° videos require a lot more meticulous planning than your regular 16:9 pieces. If you’re operating on a Bluetooth-powered device that robs you of the luxury to get a live preview, this process gets trickier by a few notches.

Depending on where you are and what you’re filming, you may or may not get a second chance to shoot what you wished to. Hence, it’s always better to step onto the field with a blueprint. So, if you’re all set to film your first ever 360° video, here are some useful pointers to keep in mind before you charge out with kit in hand!