Tuesday 13 December 2011

Camera movement

Pan- where the camera pivots horizontally, either from right to left or left to right to reveal a set or setting. This can be used to give the viewer a panoramic view. Sometimes used to establish a scene.
Track- a shot where the camera follows a subject/object. The tracking shot can include smooth movements forward, backward, along the side of the subject.
Crane- A crane shot is sometimes used to signify the end of a scene/programme/film. The effect is achieved by the camera being put onto a crane that can move upward.
Stedicam- A steadicam is a stablising mount from a camera which mechanically isolates the operator's movement from the camera, allowing a very smooth shot even when the operator is moving quickly over an uneven surface.
Tilt- where a camera scans a set or setting vertically
Zoom- using a zoom lens to appear to be moving closer

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