Saturday, 24 December 2011

Experimenting with Different Types of Camera Shots

I wanted to experiment with the different types of camera shots so I filmed and put this short clip together to become familiar with the main types:



I learnt that each type of shot is used for a particular reason in any film/video:
  • Establishing shot - to set the scene/location.
  • Long shots - to allow the audience to see the setting of the scene and to put the sequence into context.
  • Medium shots - to allow the audience to see the setting while viewing the characters dress code and body language.
  • Close-up shots - to show the audience the characters facial expressions or to focus on key props or gestures.
  • Two shot - to see two characters at the same time and show the kind of relationship they have.
  • Tracking shot - to follow the action as it is moving. Usually to accompany a character on some kind of 'journey' within the video.
  • Point of view shot - to make the audience connect with the character and feel what they are feeling.
  • High-angle shot - to show someone/something as inferior or vulnerable.
  • Low-ange shot - to show someone/something as superior or powerful. 

A wide variety of shots should be used to to keep the film intriguing and prevent it becoming monotonous. I hope to achieve this when we film our opening title sequence.

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