Match Shots Like a Pro! Step by Step Shot Matching in DaVinci Resolve

Ever cut between two shots and thought they looked like they were filmed on different planets?

In this DaVinci Resolve tutorial, I will show you exactly how to match shots across multiple clips for seamless, professional-looking edits. You’ll learn how to pick a hero shot, use scopes for exposure and white balance, and correct color shifts between shots — step by step.

🎬 What you’ll learn:
• How to choose a Hero Shot and use it as your reference
• Matching exposure and contrast using the Waveform
• Balancing color temperature with the RGB Parade
• Using the Vectorscope to align skin tones and hues
• Matching footage shot on different cameras (Log vs Rec.709)
• Working with Resolve’s Image Wipe and Gallery Still tools
• Common mistakes that break continuity and how to avoid them

📚 Free Download: Grab the Shot Matching Cheat Sheet linked here - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E_QL...

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📖 CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro: Why Shot Matching Matters
00:20 – When and Why You Need to Match Shots
01:02 – How Lighting and Cameras Affect Consistency
01:27 – Choosing Your Hero Shot in DaVinci Resolve
02:05 – Using Scopes to Match Exposure and White Balance
02:27 – Step-by-Step Shot Matching Workflow
03:06 – Matching Across Different Cameras (Log vs Rec.709)
04:01 – Picking Your Hero Shot and Grabbing a Still
04:32 – Node Setup for Matching Shots
05:22 – Adjusting Exposure and Contrast for Your Match
06:28 – Correcting Skin Tones and Color Casts
07:58 – Using Image Wipe for Side-by-Side Comparison
08:52 – Fine-Tuning RGB Parade and Vectorscope
09:58 – Matching Contrast and Saturation
11:15 – Final Skin Tone Tweaks and Comparison
12:35 – Before / After Shot Matching Demo
13:13 – Common Shot Matching Mistakes
14:16 – Free Cheat Sheet + Next Tutorial Preview

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