Shot Types

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What is an Extreme Close-Up shot?

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An Extreme Close-Up shot is a camera shot that focuses on a very small detail of the subject, such as a person's eyes or a specific object, to create a dramatic effect.

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What is a Close-Up shot?

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A Close-Up shot is a camera shot that tightly frames a person or an object, showing details and emotions clearly.

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What is a Medium Shot?

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A Medium Shot is a camera shot that shows a subject from the waist up, providing a balance between the subject and the background.

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What is a Wide Shot?

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A Wide Shot, also known as a Long Shot, captures a large view of the scene, showing the subject in relation to its surroundings.

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What is a High Angle shot?

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A High Angle shot is taken from above the subject, making it appear smaller or weaker.

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What is a Low Angle shot?

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A Low Angle shot is taken from below the subject, making it appear larger or more powerful.

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What is a Bird's Eye View shot?

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A Bird's Eye View shot is taken from directly above the subject, providing a unique perspective of the scene.

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What is a Two-Shot?

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A Two-Shot is a camera shot that includes two subjects in the frame, often used to show their relationship.

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What is a Cowboy Shot?

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A Cowboy Shot is a camera shot that frames a subject from mid-thigh up, commonly used in Western films.

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What is a Canted Angle shot?

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A Canted Angle shot, also known as a Dutch Angle, is tilted to one side, creating a sense of unease or tension.