What It Does
Camera Instancer creates a camera that mirrors the active camera from another composition. Changes to the source camera (position, rotation, focal length) automatically update in any composition where you’ve placed an instance. Works even if you swap the active camera in the source comp.
Key Features
Cross-composition camera sync. Run the script in your source composition to generate an instanced camera. Cut and paste it into any target composition. Modifications to the original camera propagate automatically, keeping multiple comps synchronized without manual duplication.
Active camera flexibility. The instance tracks whichever camera is active in the source comp. Switch cameras in your main composition, and the instances follow along.
Advanced 3D support. Version 1.0.1 added compatibility with Advanced 3D and Cinema 4D renderer modes, extending usefulness for complex 3D workflows.
Who It’s For
Useful when precomposing camera-dependent effects (depth of field, 3D layers, camera-based particles) but you want to edit one master camera instead of hunting down copies in nested comps. Animators working with multi-comp setups or template builders who need reliable camera synchronization will save time.
Pricing
Camera Instancer uses a pay-what-you-want model with a suggested minimum of $9.99. Individual users can pay any amount; businesses and teams must pay the suggested price for a valid license. Compatible with After Effects versions back to CS6 through 2025.