Shot type factfile
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This document defines and provides examples of different types of camera shots including high-angle shots, low-angle shots, two shots, point of view shots, medium close ups, establishing shots, close ups, extreme close ups, long shots, and over the shoulder shots. Each shot type is used to convey different information about subjects, locations, relationships between characters, or characters' emotions.
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Shot type factfile
- 1. Shottype: Example: High-angle Shot: The camera is positioned higher than the subject, his shows that the subject is vulnerableand powerless. Low-angle Shot: The Camera was positioned lower than the subject, This is effectively done to make the subject havea sense of dominance and Power. Two Shot: The two Shot is used to show both of the characters in the frame, This is used to establish the relationship between the two characters, Good for scenes like restaurants and cafes. Point of view shot: Also Known as the POV Shot, This is used to show you what the characters point of view of what he/she is seeing.
- 2. Medium Close up: This shot is used to show the face and upper torso of the subject this can be used to show reactions of emotions. Establishing shot: This shot is mainly used to set the location of the scene or film. It can Also show change in location and set the atmosphere of the film. Close up Shot: This shot is used to show the subjects face this is also used to show the audience the facial expressions and emotions of the character. Extreme Close Up: This shot is used to show the Subjects face/ facial Features. This is effectively used to show the characters emotions and facial features.
- 3. Long Shot: This shot is used so you can see the subject’s whole body! Over The Shoulder: This shot is used to show that two characters are having a conversation, and to demonstrate the interactions between characters.