Cake Mapping Kit
I am often asked “Which projector is best for cake mapping?” or “What equipment should I buy to do cake mapping?” There is no definitive answer to these questions. The needs of each person will depend on many factors.
However, here is a list of the equipment, including projector, I use for my set up which may be a useful starting point.
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Projectors
I use short-throw projectors because I position my projectors close to the cake. I like this model because it’s an affordable consumer projector of good quality. It produces rich colours and decent brightness.
2 x BenQ HT2150ST 1080P Short Throw Projector (listed as BenQ W1210ST in the UK)
Other Hardware
This is some of the extra hardware you might need in addition to a projector in order to do cake mapping.
You will need a good laptop or computer to output content to your projector/s. I use a MacBook Pro but you can also use a PC.
Cake Materials
These are the materials you will need if you want to create a dummy cake from scratch.
They are the same dimensions as the cake I typically use in all my tutorials. They also are the best dimensions to be used with all the content I sell in my shop.
Camera Equipment
This is the camera I use to shoot my YouTube videos and tutorials.
They are not necessary for cake mapping.