Video Editing · Intermediate level

Intermediate level · Module 3: Colour Grading · Lesson 2 of 3

Matching Shots Across Cameras

Make different cameras look like one production.

In this lesson you will

  • Match shots using scopes and reference frames
  • Handle different camera profiles

Key concepts

reference shotside-by-side comparisoncamera differencesconsistency

The lesson

Different cameras record colour differently. Choose a reference shot and match the others to it.

Compare side by side and on the scopes: black and white levels, skin tones and overall colour.

Match continuity within each scene before moving on.

Step by step

  1. Choose a reference shot.
  2. Match camera B to camera A.
  3. Compare on scopes.
  4. Review in sequence.

Practice activity

Match both interview cameras.

Expected result: Two cameras that cut together seamlessly.

Check your understanding

  1. What is a reference shot?

    Show answer

    The shot others are matched to.

  2. What should match between cameras?

    Show answer

    Black and white levels, skin tones and overall colour.

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