VFX tracking markers are small, high-contrast reference points you place in a scene so matchmoving and 3D camera-tracking software can solve the camera’s motion. Good markers are the difference between a fast, stable track and hours of manual cleanup. Here is how to choose and use them on set.
The most important choice is contrast against your background:
See every option on our VFX tracking markers page.
Glossy markers catch specular highlights under set and LED-volume lighting, creating hot spots and ambiguous centres that confuse the tracker. A matte, non-reflective finish keeps each centre clean and easy to identify frame to frame.
Our markers use a removable adhesive that releases cleanly from most smooth surfaces – always test on delicate or porous materials first.
Pick your colourway: black & white, blue, or green tracking markers.
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