What Is the Moiré Effect? (Simplified)
Think of it like this: If you have two pieces of lined notebook paper and you lay one directly on top of the other, the lines match up perfectly. But if you slightly rotate one sheet, you start to see odd, wavy patterns where the lines overlap.
That’s moiré! It’s an illusion caused by overlapping grids—in this case, the LED pixels and the camera sensor.
Here are some simple ways to reduce or eliminate the moiré effect!
How to Fix the Moiré Effect on LED Screens
1️⃣ Choose the Right Pixel Pitch
🔹 The smaller the gap between pixels (pixel pitch), the less likely moiré will appear.
🔹 RubyLED panels offer fine pixel pitch options, reducing the risk of moiré while keeping the image crisp.
2️⃣ Adjust Your Camera Focus
🔹 Instead of focusing directly on the LED screen, shift your focus to the subject in front of it.
🔹 Using a wide aperture lens (f/1.2 – f/2.8) can also create a soft blur in the background, preventing the camera from picking up the screen’s pixel grid.
3️⃣ Change Your Camera Angle
🔹 Moiré is most noticeable when shooting straight on.
🔹 Try tilting your camera slightly up or down or moving the camera to the left or right. This shifts how the pixels align with the camera sensor, reducing the interference.
4️⃣ Match Camera Settings to the Screen
🔹 Adjusting shutter speed and frame rate to match the refresh rate of the LED panel helps sync the camera with the screen’s flickering.
🔹 Lowering sharpness settings can also help reduce pixel interference.
5️⃣ Post-Production Fixes
🔹 If moiré still appears, video editing software like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve both have tools to smooth out the distortion.
Why RubyLED Panels Help Reduce the Moiré Effect
✅ Tighter pixel pitch – Smaller pixel pitch = higher resolution. A smaller pixel pitch means better image quality. It also means that there will be a smaller chance of grid interference which will give you smoother visuals.
✅ High refresh rates – RubyLed panels have a refresh rate of 7680hz which is twice the amount of most LED screens on the market. This ensures better synchronization with cameras, reducing the possibility of the moiré effect.
✅ Custom configurations – Front Porch Media helps you design the best layout to avoid moiré issues and make sure your LED screens look amazing in your space and on camera!
At Front Porch Media, we specialize in LED solutions that deliver flawless visuals for churches, corporate events, and venues. If you’re experiencing moiré or want expert guidance on your LED setup, we’re here to help!
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