📸 Product Capture Guide

Master the art of capturing perfect footage for your 3D product models. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know to create stunning, high-quality scans that showcase your products in their best light.

🎯 What You'll Learn

Our capture guides cover everything from preparation to execution:

Guide	What You'll Learn
🛍️ Before You Scan	Product preparation, lighting setup, and workspace organization
📷 Camera Settings Essentials	Optimal camera configurations for perfect captures
🎬 Video Capture Techniques	Step-by-step methods for both handheld and turntable captures
⚠️ Common Shooting Mistakes	How to avoid and fix common capture issues
📚 Glossary	Key terms and concepts explained

🚀 Getting Started

Creating high-quality 3D product models starts with proper capture. Here's what you need to know:

Essential Requirements

• Camera: Any modern smartphone or digital camera
• Lighting: Good, even lighting is crucial
• Space: A clean, controlled environment
• Stability: Tripod, gimball or steady hands
• Time: 5-10 minutes per product

Capture Methods

Choose the method that best suits your product:

1. 🎥 Handheld 360° Walk-Around

   • Suitable to any size of object
   • You move around the product
   • Great for reflective or featureless objects

2. 🔄 Turntable Method

   • Ideal for smaller products with feature rich materials
   • Product rotates while camera stays still
   • Best for shoes, accessories, homeware

💡 Pro Tips

• Start with simple, non-reflective products
• Start with non-reflective objects rich in texture
• Ensure even lighting to avoid shadows
• Keep movements slow and steady
• Capture from multiple angles
• Maintain consistent distance from product

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Ready to start capturing? Begin with our Before You Scan guide to set up your perfect capture environment!