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Extreme Wide Shot
Shows the subject from a great distance, often used to establish the scene. Also known as an establishing shot.
Very Wide Shot
The subject is visible but the emphasis is still on placing them in their environment.
Wide Shot
Shows the subject in their entirety, so you see the whole person usually from the feet up.
Mid Shot
Shows some part of the subject in more detail while still giving an impression of the whole subject.
Medium Close-Up
Shows the subject even closer, typically framing them from about the chest up.
Close-Up
Focuses tightly on a particular aspect of a subject, such as a person's face.
Extreme Close-Up
Extremely tight shot, often isolating a single feature, like an eye or the mouth.
Cut-In
Shows some (other) part of the subject in detail, such as a person's hands.
Cutaway
A shot of something other than the current action. Could be a related detail or another action happening simultaneously.
Two-Shot
A shot that includes two subjects, often used for conversations.
Over-the-Shoulder Shot
Shows the subject from over the shoulder of another person, framing the conversation.
Noddy Shot
The shot of a person listening and nodding while another person talks, usually framed over the talker's shoulder.
Point of View Shot (POV)
Shows a view from the subject's perspective.
Weather Shot
Shows the weather and sets the atmosphere for the scene.
Tracking Shot
The camera follows a subject as it moves, keeping them in the frame.
Zoom
Changing the focal length of the camera to move closer or further away from the subject.
Crane Shot
A shot taken by a camera on a moving crane. Often used to show a broad view.
High Angle
The camera looks down on the subject from a higher angle, which can make the subject appear vulnerable or small.
Low Angle
The camera films the subject from below, which can make the subject look powerful or threatening.
Dutch Angle
The camera is tilted, often to create a feeling of disorientation, anxiety, or unease.
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