How do I remove moving people or cars from multiple identical shots to leave only the background?

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I have a series of photos of the same scene, shot from the same position and framing, while people or other objects move through the frame. I want to combine the images so that only the static background remains, creating an "empty" street or similar scene. What is the usual way to do this, and are there any alternatives in-camera?

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user35335 · Answer

you have two choices

the first method use software (photoshop)

shoot from the same angle using your tripod (preferable) - time laps shoots. or
shoot when you can see the street is clearer as much as possible some shoots.
now combine all your shoots in photoshop using Auto-align and median tool.

for more information please see that video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ck62S7lrPA

The second method is to use your camera with a long exposure using your tripod and a suitable ND filter depending on how long you expose and the light intensity of your scene. some do it using a square glass holder with a dark glass.

for more please see that video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T24_uq0AY6o

How do I remove moving people or cars from multiple identical shots to leave only the background?

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