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Stop motion animation 193
Stop motion animation
The Stop Motion function of the VideoStudio lets you create animated films by capturing still
images grabbed from a live source, such as a video camera, webcam, or DSLR. The result is
a collection of sequential images, and a project file that you can use to create your stop
motion movie.
This section contains the following topics:
• How to create a stop motion project
• Stop motion settings
• Opening and importing files for stop motion
• Using the DSLR Enlarge Mode
How to create a stop motion project
The steps below guide you through a basic workflow for a stop motion project. Before you
start, it’s best to have all your materials ready and have your shooting area set up with the
lighting you need. If you are using a DSLR that is supported in VideoStudio, set your camera
to Manual mode. A tripod is recommended.
Familiarize yourself with the settings in the Stop Motion window before you start. For more,
see “Stop motion settings” on page 194.