Camera Targets

Glossi automatically centers product shots on the full model, which is great for showcasing the entire product. However, to focus on specific model features, Glossi Studio employs a powerful feature called Targets.

Camera Targets are the key to Glossi's streamlined workflow - they simplify the technical complexity typically required to create professional snaimtions videos and photos. Instead of manually keyframing camera movements or configuring complex animation paths, Targets provide an intuitive, point-and-click approach that delivers quality results quickly and easily.

What are Targets?

A Target in Glossi consists of three critical components that work together:

1. The Point: The specific 3D location on your model where the target is placed

2. The Scale: How close or far the camera appears from that point (essentially the zoom level)

3. The Angle: The specific viewing perspective from which the target is observed

. When you select a target to use in a shot, you're not just telling the camera where to look, but also how close to get and from what angle to view it (which you can always adjust later). This complete definition of the camera's relationship to your model is what makes targets so powerful for streamlining your workflow.

Hint: If you need to target a point on the back of your product, you can click and drag in the background to rotate your view before placing the target.

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Creating Targets

Adding targets to your model is remarkably simple, which is the key to Glossi's efficient workflow:

1. In the left hand side bar, navigate to the model tag, look for the "Camera targets" section

2. Click the "+" button under the "Targets" section to initiate target placement

3. Click directly on the part of your model you want to emphasize - this sets the point

4. The current zoom level of your view automatically becomes the scale for this target

5. Your current viewing perspective becomes the angle for this target

6. A new target will appear, centered on the point you selected

7. Name your target descriptively (e.g., "Front Detail," "Side Pattern") to keep targets organized, hit enter to save.

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Adjusting Targets

After creating a target, you can fine-tune its properties with simple, intuitive controls:

1. Rename: Give your target a descriptive name for easy identification

2. Scale Adjustment: Use the "Scale" slider to control the zoom level (how close the camera appears to the target)

3. Angle Adjustment: Drag to rotate the view and set the preferred viewing angle

4. Position Refinement: If needed, delete and recreate a target to adjust its precise location

Each adjustment modifies one of the three core components of the target (point, scale, or angle), giving you precise control over how the camera will interact with your model.

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Using Targets in Your Workflow

In Photo Mode:

Targets transform Photo Mode into an efficient production studio:

• Each target automatically generates a corresponding bookmark

• Studio frames each target perfectly using the saved point, scale, and angle

• What would require multiple manual camera setups happens quickly

This system allows users to produce consistent, professional product photography with minimal effort, as the complete camera relationship is already defined by the target. Read more about photo mode and bookmark creation.

In Video Mode:

The true value of Targets becomes apparent when creating videos. What would normally require keyframe animation and technical expertise is reduced to a few simple selections:

1. Select a shot in your timeline to access its properties

2. Find the "Shot Target" dropdown in the shot editor. By default, it's set to "Full Product" (entire model)

3. Change to any of your created targets to focus that shot on a specific feature

4. The camera animation will now orient around your selected target, using the point, scale, and angle you defined

This approach significantly reduces the technical work typically required in product visualization. A few clicks replace what would normally be a more complex animation task involving multiple camera parameters.

All offsets and shot customizations will be in relation to this target.

Keep these points in mind for the best results:

By thoughtfully setting up camera targets at the start, you create a systematic approach to visualizing your 3D models that saves time and ensures quality across both photos and videos.

• Place targets on key model features.

• Use consistent target placement across similar models.

• Delete unnecessary targets to keep things organized.

• Update target positions if your model changes.

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