Camera Technique

Camera Technique

1. Shot type

   • ECU
   • BCU
   • CU
   • MCU
   • MS
   • MLS
   • LS
   • VLS

2. Camera Angle / Position

   • Birdseye
   • Wormseye
   • Over The Shoulder
   • Low Angle
   • High Angle
   • Tilted Frame
   • Looking Room
   • Walking Room

3. Movement

   • Tilt
     • Movement scanning the scene vertically; Camera is stationary
   • Pan
     • Movement scanning the scene horizontally; Camera is stationary
   • Track / Dolly
     • Movement physically following the action; Can be handheld or on a dolly cart
   • Zoom
     • a smooth change between LS and CU or vice versa