How to Choose Aspect Ratio and Photo Format in GeoCam
GeoCam lets you pick the aspect ratio and photo file format before you shoot, so your images come out framed for where they're going and saved in the format you need.
Steps
- Open the camera in GeoCam and go to the capture settings.
- Choose an aspect ratio for how the shot is framed.
- Choose a photo format for how the file is saved.
- Shoot — the overlay is applied at your chosen ratio and format.
Why it works this way
Framing and format are decisions best made before the shutter, not fixed up afterward. Shooting at the ratio you’ll actually post saves you cropping (and cropping off your own stamp), and picking the right format up front keeps files compatible with wherever they’re headed.
Tips & edge cases
- Match the destination: a square or vertical ratio for social, a fuller frame for documentation.
- Mind the stamp when cropping later — shoot the right ratio so you don’t cut the overlay off.
- Format is a trade-off between size and quality/compatibility; pick per use.
FAQ
Can I set the aspect ratio before I shoot? Yes. Choose from the available aspect ratios in the camera so the frame matches where the photo is going.
Why does the file format matter? Format affects compatibility and file size — pick the one that suits sharing, storage, or later editing.
Does the stamp still apply at every ratio? Yes. The overlay is applied whatever aspect ratio and format you choose.