Pornhub receives over 130 million visits per day. That’s a lot of people looking to explore their sexual fantasies, pleasure themselves, and simply appreciate the seductive characters and spicy storylines you’ve worked hard to create.

Some viewers may want to feel as if they’re right there with you, watching or engaging in the action themselves. Talking to you or touching you. Feeling a sense of intimacy and connection. Which is exactly why, over recent years, POV (point-of-view) videos have grown into their own signature porn niche.

And it’s why today, we’re here to help you film POV content that puts you on the map and gets those view counts climbing.

How to Film POV Porn

Filming POV videos requires careful attention to detail and a good understanding of both technical and creative aspects. It’s a style where the scene is shot from a first-person experience, which creates a heightened sense of intimacy as viewers feel they are right there with you.

Although it may not be easy to film and perform at the same time, when done well, it can be extremely powerful. Here are our top 2 essentials on how to film POV porn that’s high-quality and ready to arouse:

1. Specific Angles and Perspectives

The most defining feature of POV content is your camera angle — and this can really be the difference between an exciting scene or one that’s slightly awkward and confusing.

When shooting your video, there are a few things to carefully consider before you hit record:

Camera position:

For POV porn, your camera is often placed at eye level, simulating the viewpoint of your scene partner. This can be achieved using head mounts, chest or neck mounts, and handheld shots.

While head mounts are hands-free and offer a true first-person perspective, they can be challenging in terms of framing your scene and ensuring important actions or expressions aren’t missed. Handheld shots provide more flexibility and creative control, but require a steady hand to avoid shaky footage and can be distracting or heavy for the Model holding it.

Your choice will ultimately depend on your camera, comfort levels and budget. But there are many great tools that can help nail your footage such as the Go Pro Head Strap, BeastGrip Pro, UBeesize handheld tripod stands, Gimbal Stabilizer, Telesin neck mount, and the Iphone HMC mocap helmet (if you have a bigger budget).  

Your range of angles and close ups:  

While recording, your angles should change frequently to chase the action. Whether it’s following your best friend’s stepmom into the shower or sitting back while you watch your scene partner undress, different angles and action shots provide a dynamic and realistic feel.  

A great example of this is popular Male Performer, Jak Knife. His POV videos have reached millions of views, such as his business trip hookup featuring Hailey Rose, and are well-known for their dialogue, storylines, and creative filming. Models can also play around with different close-up shots to enhance the feeling of proximity and participation for their audience.

Hands and lower body:  

You may see the hands, arms, or lower body of the person behind the camera, but their face is usually not shown. This not only helps maintain the attention of your audience, but also enhances the connection they feel to the main performer. Don’t forget — most viewers want a highly intimate experience and will spend on average 10 minutes watching your scene from start to finish, as shown in our 2023 Insights:  

If you’d like to combine POV with some more traditional shots, you’ll need to spend a bit more time editing to ensure your video still feels natural with seamless transitions.

Attention on your scene partner  

The emphasis of POV porn is primarily on the performer in front of the camera, focusing on their actions and reactions.

The person with the camera should try to capture frequent eye contact, facial expressions, body movement and gestures, as well as any dirty talk, dialogue, or sensual sounds taking place. This helps build a sense of connection and makes your content a truly immersive experience.

When holding or wearing your camera, it’s also good to move in ways that mimic real actions, such as nodding, tilting, or slight shaking – as shown in this popular BJ scene with Elly Clutch.

2. Intimate Performance and Interactions

Through the real-life interactions and gestures of POV porn, creators can enhance the emotional depth and realism of their videos. It’s this sense of intimacy that allows viewers to feel seen and desired, as if they were guiding or sharing in the action themselves.

When learning how to shoot POV videos, there are a few crucial performance techniques and characteristics you’ll need to include, such as engaging with the camera as if it were your scene partner. Here are our top tips:

Direct engagement:  

There’s nothing more personal — or more provocative — than eye contact during sex. That’s why performers should frequently look into the camera as if it were the eyes of their scene partner.

This technique, often referred to as "breaking the fourth wall," plays an important role in establishing a deep emotional connection with the viewer. It bridges the gap between on-screen and off-screen action, transforming a passive experience (viewing) to a real-life experience (participating).

Verbal cues:  

Without a sensual moan or lead-up conversation, you’d probably assume your partner isn’t enjoying your sexual interest. That’s why natural dialogue and sound in your video creates a more engaging and lifelike scenario — making it easier for the viewer to fully immerse themselves in the fantasy.  

A great example of this is Eva Elfie’s sports bar video, where speech and sound guide the storyline through the beginning, middle, and climactic end.

While recording, try to address the viewer directly by asking them questions or making comments that enhance your role-play. Think “do you like that?” or “come over here and sit down.” Be sure to invest in a professional microphone to capture your sound clearly too like the Rode VideoMic or Sennheiser MKE 600.

Realistic reactions:  

Authenticity is crucial, even if your style is a holiday romance fantasy or an afternoon kink fest with your boss' wife.

Realistic reactions and expressions of pleasure make the performance more believable and personal. To achieve this, try to remain focused on your physical sensations, staying present in the moment, and allowing the bodily sensations you’re experiencing to be expressed naturally. Sometimes easier said than done when the camera’s rolling, we know! But practice makes perfect.

A little improvisation may also help you create an authentic scene — rather than strictly following your script and getting distracted if you feel you missed something or it didn’t go exactly as planned. The same goes for open communication and consent with your scene partner(s). If you feel 100% comfortable and safe, you’ll be able to express yourself more genuinely and freely. Make sure you each know exactly what is, and what is not, to be expected throughout your scene.

The details:

Every small detail contributes to the creation of high-quality POV content. Outside of your physical performance, ask yourself questions like:

• What other equipment will you need to help nail your shot? From a wide-angle lens for your camera to soft boxes and LED panels for optimal lighting.
• Have all scene partners given full consent and understand the nature of POV content?
• Which environment best suits your scene and storyline – a bedroom or a bathroom? And will the space allow you to achieve your desired angle and perspective?
• Which editing software can you use to add music, branded intros, and make every shot flow seamlessly?

The most captivating POV content consists of a range of carefully considered thematic and visual elements. Don’t just stop at the sex or foreplay itself. Think about what will complement and elevate the entire viewing experience. Write it down, map it out, and create a cohesive narrative your audience will love.

You can read more on this in our latest blog, How to Make Amateur Adult Content.

TL;DR Ready to learn how to film POV porn?

To master this artistic genre of content, Models will need a trusted scene partner to practice and experiment with equipment, perspective, and a heightened sense of intimacy on camera. With over 130 million visits per day, Pornhub is the perfect platform to post your videos and attract more viewers.

If you’d like to upload your POV video to Pornhub, you’ll first need to create a Model account here.  

It’s important to note that both you AND your Co-Performer(s) will need to be verified. For more information on this, read about proof of consent in our Community News.