When Photos Are Stronger
Photos are better for: static damage (cracks, stains, broken items), documents and text (contracts, signs, labels), injuries (clear, detailed close-ups), before/after comparisons, and any situation where detail and clarity matter more than context.
Photos are easier to review, share, and include in reports. A lawyer can quickly flip through 50 properly documented photos. They're not going to watch 50 videos.
When Video Is Stronger
Video is better for: active situations (leaks, noise, aggressive behavior), walkthrough documentation (showing the full scope of a scene), movement and behavior (pets, people, traffic), audio evidence (threats, noise violations, verbal harassment), and anything a photo can't fully capture.
Video captures context, sound, and duration that photos can't.
📸 Use Photos
🎥 Use Video
The Best Approach: Both
For any serious documentation situation, use both. Start with video to capture the full scene and context. Then take individual photos for detail and close-ups. Certify both so they have an independent timestamp.
