Dual camera for vlogging: A-roll and B-roll in one take
The vlogger’s eternal problem: film the thing, or film yourself talking about the thing? Dual video records both simultaneously — what you’re seeing as the wide view, you narrating in the corner — so a single take carries the whole segment.
Short answer: Selfie shoots photos and videos with the front and back cameras at the same time, picture-in-picture, with 50+ vintage camera presets that apply to both. One tap captures both perspectives — no stitching, no second take.
Ideas that work
- Walk-and-talks: the street ahead plus your face, no flipping the camera mid-sentence.
- Market / food tours: the stall on the back camera, your verdict live on the front.
- Retro format: the VHS preset turns a day-vlog into a 90s home-video segment.
How to set it up
- Open Selfie in Dual mode (the default).
- Drag the picture-in-picture window to the corner you want, and pick a frame color if you like.
- Optionally pick a camera preset — 35mm film, instant, VHS and 50+ more render live on both cameras.
- Tap the shutter for a photo, or switch to video mode and record with sound.
Frequently asked questions
Are the two views taken at exactly the same time? Yes. Selfie runs both cameras in one capture session using Apple’s multi-cam engine, so front and back are exposed simultaneously — not one after the other.
Can I record video this way? Yes — dual video records both cameras at once, with microphone audio.
Can I choose which camera is the big view? Yes, and the small window can sit in any corner, with a choice of frame colors.
What does it cost? Selfie is free to download and try. The Pro subscription (weekly or annual) unlocks unlimited dual-camera shots and all premium presets.