Follow

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Tracking shotFollow shotSteadicam follow

The camera moves behind the subject, travelling with them at their pace.

Camera Movement · Medium

We go WITH the subject into the unknown: curiosity, immersion, journey.

1Ninja walk: knees bent, heel-to-toe, arms loose.

2Match the subject's pace; keep a constant distance.

Wedding

Following the groom into the venue.

Real estate

Follow an agent into the house: a walkthrough feel.

Social / vertical

Behind-the-scenes follow, vertical.

No gimbal? Use the workaround below.

Best option

Gimbal: the right tool for walking shots.

Handheld with SmallRig handle + Active SteadyShot + ninja walk. Keep it short.

A7 V + 24-70 settings

Active SteadyShot ON when handheld (small crop).

Go wide (24mm): wide angles hide shake.

AF: tracking on the subject, medium sensitivity.

Goodfellas (1990): the Copacabana Steadicam shot follows Henry and Karen through the kitchen.

Bouncing up and down with each step.

Follow a friend for 15 s down a corridor. Review for bounce.