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Photo Shooting Checklist Print this checklist and take it with you when you go out to shoot panorama photos.

> - Turn Auto-exposure OFF
> - Turn Auto White Balance OFF
> - Turn the Flash OFF
> - Use the same exposure setting (slight variations if necessary).
> - Use one Focal Length for all shots in the sequence
> - One Size/Quality for all shots in the sequence
> - Use a TRIPOD whenever possible - especially when objects are near to the camera
> - If a tripod is not available, lock elbows and pivot on one spot - keep camera level.
> - Use at least 25% overlap for each shot
> - Use 50% overlap when using a wide angle lens
> - Go beyond 360 degrees when shooting for 360 degrees panoramas - mark your tripod with a piece of tape
> - Create time-based groups - wait no more than 40 seconds between shots
> - Insert visual dividers (black shots) between sequences - use a lens cap or piece of cardboard
> - Be aware that an object in motion may cause problems when stitching
> - Be aware that scenes without much detail (cloudless sky over flat sea) are more difficult to stitch

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