Camera Techniques and Cinematography

A dolly is a camera mount that moves along a track, allowing for smooth and controlled camera movement.

Panning is the technique of rotating the camera around its vertical axis, allowing for a horizontal sweep of the scene.

Tilting is the technique of moving the camera up or down on its vertical axis, allowing for a vertical sweep of the scene.

Zooming is the technique of changing the focal length of the lens to magnify or reduce the size of the image.

A tracking shot is a technique where the camera follows a moving subject, creating a sense of movement and dynamism.

An establishing shot is a wide, panoramic view of a scene that sets the context and location of the story.

A wide shot is a shot that includes the entire human figure, from head to toe, and provides a general view of the scene.

A medium shot is a shot that includes the upper body of a human figure, from the waist up, and provides a more focused view of the subject.

A close-up shot is a shot that focuses on a specific detail or feature of a subject, such as the face, hands, or eyes, and provides an intimate view of the subject.

A montage is a technique where a series of shots are edited together to create a continuous sequence, often used to condense time or convey information quickly.

A sequence shot is a technique where a single, uninterrupted shot is used to capture a continuous action or event, often creating a sense of realism and immersion.

A long take is a technique where a shot lasts for an unusually long period of time, often several minutes or even longer, creating a sense of tension and suspense.

A high angle shot is a technique where the camera is positioned above the subject, looking down, and often conveys a sense of vulnerability or inferiority.

A low angle shot is a technique where the camera is positioned below the subject, looking up, and often conveys a sense of power or dominance.

A Dutch angle shot is a technique where the camera is tilted at an angle, creating a sense of unease or disorientation.