Apple QuickTime VR - Manual (Page 81)

Photographic techniques
This section provides guidelines for exposure, considerations for indoor and
outdoor photography, and recommendations for determining how many images
you need for panoramas.
What to shoot
Images that have objects in the foreground, middle ground, and background result in
pleasing panoramas that give the user a better perception of the depth of field.
Exposure
You can easily and effectively capture images for a panorama using natural light and available
light from overhead, desk, and floor lamps. When photographing a room, try to illuminate
the room evenly by using all available lights. You should shield the lens from direct light. Be
sure to identify exposure problems such as back lighting. When calculating the exposure,
consider whether detail in shadows and highlights is important for your project. Use manual
rather than automatic exposure, and select a setting based on the average meter reading for
the scene.
Double spirit level
Pan/tilt head
Front view Side view
Tripod
Focal point of lens
Light rays cross
at focal point
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