Article C8.16.5

Camera mounting angle

Technical Regulations

Article C8.16.5

FIA Source

Camera mounting angle

Chapter: C8

In Simple Terms

Cameras mounted on the car in certain positions (2, 3, or 4) must be angled very precisely—their main axis can't tilt more than 1 degree from being perfectly level with the ground. This ensures all teams use cameras pointed in the same direction for fair comparison and consistency.

  • Applies only to cameras in positions 2, 3, and 4 on the car
  • Maximum allowed angle is 1 degree from the horizontal plane (Z=0)
  • Ensures standardized camera orientation across all cars for fairness
  • The camera's major axis must remain nearly perfectly level
Official FIA Text

Any camera fitted in positions 2, 3 or 4 must be mounted in order that its major axis does not subtend an angle greater than 1° to the plane Z=0.

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