# 7 Tips for Shooting Event Video and Photography at the Same Time

Published 2019-06-20 · Updated 2026-03-19 · Professional AV on MarketScale
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> Consider the following advice for recording video and taking photos (at the same time) before shooting your next live event. On paper, it makes perfect sense. You have a nice, multipurpose, digital camera with great video recording and photography capabilities. On top, there is a simple button to quickly switch between the two. You’ve probably…

## Consider the following advice for recording video and taking photos (at the same time) before shooting your next live event.

On paper, it makes perfect sense. You have a nice, multipurpose, digital camera with great video recording and photography capabilities. On top, there is a simple button to quickly switch between the two. You’ve probably already attended an event and shot either video or photos, which seems pretty straightforward. So, how hard could it be to just shoot both?

I mean, it’s double the paycheck, right?

Having made the mistake (several times, sadly) covering events with both photo and video options, I can tell you it’s no walk in the park. It can be a terribly complicated and crazy adventure.

*However*, don’t let me dissuade you. Before you dive in, follow these tips to keep your sanity (and deliver quality results).

Read more at [Premium Beat](https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/shooting-event-video-and-photography/)

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