Good point about experimenting with positioning first. I've found that placing motion lights slightly above and behind the camera helps reduce glare significantly. Also, consider using diffusers or softer LED bulbs to cut down on harsh reflections. I learned this the hard way after spending a weekend repositioning everything multiple times... now the footage is clear enough to actually identify faces rather than just seeing bright blobs of light.
That's interesting, but honestly I've never seen a huge difference with diffusers myself. I get the theory behind softer bulbs, just haven't noticed a practical improvement in image clarity. Positioning definitely matters though—I spent days tweaking angles after realizing my initial setup just gave me perfect shots of moths and shadows... zero useful footage. Eventually found that mounting lights slightly offset from the camera angle worked best for me. Clear faces, fewer bugs, less hassle overall.
Interesting point about positioning—I had a similar experience. Initially, I thought brighter lights would deter burglars better, but ended up just annoying my neighbors and attracting every insect in town. After some trial and error, I found that motion-activated lights placed strategically around entry points worked best for me. Have you experimented with motion sensors at all, or do you prefer continuous lighting? Curious if others have noticed a difference in effectiveness between the two setups.
