What does Camera Speeding mean?
Camera Speeding is a term used on set when the camera operator has started recording and the camera is at the correct frame rate or “speed” to capture the scene. This cue signals the director and actors that they can begin the scene, and it follows the call from the sound operator of “sound speeding” when the audio recording is ready. The phrase ensures that both sound and picture are being captured simultaneously.
Example:The director calls for action after the camera operator confirms “Camera speeding,” ensuring that the scene is being recorded properly.
Example: In a high-stakes action scene, the camera operator announces “Camera speeding” before the stunt begins, making sure all angles are being captured.
Did You Know?
The phrase “camera speeding” comes from the early days of film, when cameras needed time to reach the correct speed before they could record properly.
