Colour & shot consistency
Match footage without misrepresenting people or products.
Before you begin
- Choose a correctly exposed reference shot.
- Identify footage recorded on different devices or under different lighting.
Step by step
- 01
Correct before styling
Start with exposure and colour cast. Check white areas, skin and important details before adding a creative look.
- 02
Compare adjacent shots
Review every cut between takes. Match brightness and colour to avoid unintended visual jumps.
- 03
Check the export
Compare the final file with the preview and test on another display. HDR and SDR sources require particular attention during conversion.
Practical example
For a product, use its actual colour as a reference. An attractive image that changes the object’s colour may mislead viewers.
Review checklist
- Skin and products remain believable.
- Useful details are neither blown out nor lost in shadow.
- Consecutive shots have consistent brightness.
Troubleshooting
The export looks washed out
Record the source colour profile and whether it is HDR or SDR. Compare in several players before changing all colour adjustments.
Two cameras produce different colours
Choose a reference and correct each source separately. Applying identical settings to every take can exaggerate differences.
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