The succes of the photos and videos and the configuration of the EventCMS depends on the positioning of the cameras. First, some general tips to set the basic:
- Try to have camera on eye-level, unless crowd is in front of camera
- Ensure crowd cannot move in front of line of sight of the camera
- Ensure camera is free standing and not connected to fencing (to prevent shaking)
- Use levelers on ball head to ensure tripod is level with horizon
Click here for best practices and common pitfalls of positioning the camera.
General locations
General camera location:
Main/back up timing system:
2 cameras:
Corner locations
Cycling:
Cyclists usually take the outer bend. Therefore, we recommend that you set up the camera on the outer bend for cycling events.
Running:
Runners usually take the inner bend. Therefore, we recommend that you set up the camera on the inner bend for running events.
Finish locations
Ideal finish position 1:
Ideal finish position 2: