Thursday, 15 October 2015

research into different camera work

Camera Shots, Angles, Movement (SAM)

Establishing shot
An establishing shot is usually the first shot of a scene, designed to show the audience where the scene is taking place.

Extreme long shot
An extreme long shot is used to set the scene in a more detailed way than in that of an establishing shot.

Long Shot
A long shot is usually used to show the body language of characters. While the main focus is on the characters, elements of the background are still prominent.


Mid-Long Shot
A mid-long shot usually shows the character from the thighs to the top of the head and is normally used for dialogue scenes.

Mid Shot
This is used for more detail of a mid-long shot.

Close Up
Used to show more detail and show the character’s facial expressions.

Extreme Close Up

The shot is so tight only a person’s eyes, for example, can be seen. Usually used to create an intense atmosphere.


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