Camera Position Guide

Can you Spot Live vs Live Studio?

Studio vs. Live: The Fundamental Trade-Off

Why studio-quality setups and room-edge cameras are not the same — and how placement defines clarity.

In a professional studio, every shot is engineered for the remote viewer. In a live room, camera placement is often compromised to accommodate the audience and venue sightlines.

These two priorities produce significantly different outcomes:

Broadcast Priority: Cameras are close to the talent. The remote viewer feels connected and immersed.
Live Priority: Cameras are positioned further away. The remote viewer feels like an outsider looking in.

If the online or broadcast experience is a priority, the camera must be near the talent. Understanding this trade-off is integral to capturing a high-quality performance.