Roaming Photographer Mode

LumaBooth's Roaming Photographer Mode allows photographers to capture photos and videos anywhere at your event and instantly share them with guests. This feature is perfect for events where you want to move around and interact with guests instead of being confined to a stationary photo booth.

How Roaming Photographer Mode Works

1. Photographer Takes Photos or Videos
   Use your iPad/iPhone to take photos and videos while roaming the event. The app automatically processes the captured media with the selected print layout or overlays.

2. Guests Instantly Access Media
   Once media is processed, it’s ready to be shared with guests. Guests can receive their photos or videos via email, SMS, Airdrop or through a unique QR code generated for each media.

3. Use a LumaShare sharing station
   Allow user to see all captured photos and videos throughout your event and instantly share or print them using our LumaShare app. Optionally play a slideshow to an AirPlay device.
4. Print Instantly
   Use in conjunction with a printer to get instant branded prints.

5. Share your instant customized gallery
   All media automatically upload to fotoShare Cloud to create your event microsite ready to share with the event organizer and event guests.

How to Enable Roaming Photographer Mode

1. Launch LumaBooth
   Open the LumaBooth app on your iPad.

2. Access Settings
   Tap on the dropdown icon in the top-right corner to access the app settings.

3. Connect Camera
   Connect your external Canon/Sony/Nikon camera or use the built-in iPhone camera. If your iPhone/iPad uses a lightning port, make sure to use the required Apple Camera adapter.

4. Enable Roaming Photographer Mode
   Navigate to the Capture Settings and toggle on Roaming Photographer Mode. This will disable the countdown and allow you to capture photos right away using the iPad/iPhone volume buttons, the camera button on the screen, or the external Canon/Sony/Nikon camera's shutter button.

5. Choose Templates and Overlays
   Select the desired templates, overlays, or branding elements to be applied automatically to your photos and videos under Print Layout.

6. Configure Sharing Options
   In the Sharing Settings, enable options like Email, SMS, or QR Code Sharing.
   If you're not sharing from your iPhone, you can skip the sharing screen by setting Sharing settings > Sharing screen > Timeout on sharing screen to zero.

7. Start Capturing
   Return to the main screen, tap Launch event, and begin capturing moments as you roam.

Tips for Using Roaming Photographer Mode

• Shoot in JPG: If you're using a professional camera, set it to shoot in JPG or JPG and RAW. Set the JPG size to the smallest size for faster download and processing. Shoot one photo at a time and turn off burst mode as it's not needed.
• Optimize Lighting: Use a Flash, an LED light attachment or select well-lit outdoor areas for capturing the best shots.
• Interact with Guests: Engage with guests while taking photos to make the experience more fun and memorable.
• Stable Internet Connection: Ensure a stable Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot connection if you plan to share media instantly.

FAQs

1. Can I use my DSLR/Mirrorless camera with Roaming Photographer Mode?
Yes, this feature works with the built-in iPad/iPhone camera or external Canon, Sony and Nikon cameras. Connect your camera to the iPhone/iPad using a USB cable.

2. Can I use Roaming Mode offline?
Yes, you can capture and process photos offline. Email/SMS shares will queue and send once you get an internet connection.

3. Can I customize templates for Roaming Mode?
Absolutely! You can create and upload custom templates in the Event Settings to match your event’s theme or branding.

4. How can I mount my iPhone to the camera?

We recommend a camera L bracket as well as a cold shoe phone mount.

With Roaming Photographer Mode, you can enhance your event experience by capturing candid moments and instantly sharing them with guests. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact our support team!