Extreme Long Shot
This is a shot were the character or object looks really small in the frame. It shows a small figure and it’s mostly done in from of big buildings and objects to make that figure look smaller and weaker.
Long Shot
In this shot the figure is shown as whole and its closer to the camera. It’s also done to show its relation with the surroundings.
Medium Long Shot
In this shot the character is seen in more detail and the whole body is also shown. This shot can be used to set the scene to show the audience were the character is.
Medium Shot
In this shot the whole body is not shown. It’s from the knees to the head. This shot is also called the mid-shot. It’s also similar to the Medium Long Shot but the only difference is that below the knee is not shown.
Medium Close Up
This shot is from the mid chest to the head. It shows more detail of the character and it’s mostly used when characters are talking and having a conversation.
Close Up
This shot only shows the head and the shoulders. This shot is very detailed and it’s used to show the characters emotions and feelings.
Extreme Close Up
This camera shot shows a small part of the face. For example it would be the eyes to show that a character is crying, to show extreme fear and emotions.
Birds Eye
This directly shows the scenery. Its sets the scene and shows everything from above.
High Angle
This is a similar shot to the birds eye view it shows the scene as well and its done to show things smaller.
Low Angle
This angle makes the character look stronger in control. It’s mostly done to show the characters power and that they are scary.
Sunday, 18 October 2009
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