Camera Shots
The camera can be used in many different ways, and the type of
camera shot used will have a certain effect. It can focus us on
things such as but not limited to:
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Location.
Relationship between characters to each other.
Relationship between character and environment.
Physical activity and body movement.
Emotion/facial expression.
Character or object size, power, or vulnerability.
Every camera shot will use a combination of
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Size
Framing
Focus
Angle
Movement
This handout gives examples of three of these: size, framing, and
focus
Types of Camera Shot Sizes
The Different Types of Shots
1. Extreme Wide Shot
2. Long Shot / Wide Shot
3. Full Shot
4. Medium Long Shot (MLS) / Medium Wide Shot
5. Cowboy Shot
6. Medium Shot
7. Medium Close Up
8. Close Up
9. Extreme Close Up
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Establishing Shot
Types of Camera Shot Framing
WORKING WITH SUBJECTS IN THE FRAME
1. Single Shot
2. Two Shot
3. Three Shot
4. Over-the-Shoulder Shot (OTS)
5. Point-of-View Shot (POV)
Types of Camera Shot Angles
Adjusting camera height for impact
1. Eye Level Shot
2. Low Angle Shot
3. High Angle Shot
4. Dutch Angle Shot
5. Birds-Eye-View Shot / Overhead Shot