Camera Movement
The Pan
Whip Pan
fast pace turning of the camera to a subject matter
used to give a jolt of energy
Slow Pan
slow turning of the camera to subject matter
used to show scenery
Tilt
used to reveal something to the viewer
used as an effective opening shot
The Zoom
quickly zooming into the subject matter
The Dolly
a smooth movement
often used on a track
creates a unique experience
The Reverse Dolly Zoom
used to show a character having an intense internal experience
combines the Zoom and the Dolly in one shot
The Pedestal Shot
used to reveal the stakes
tilting the camera upwards/downwards
moves the camera up & down
The Crane/Boom Shot
The Steadicam/Gimbal
uses a large range of motion
might tilt the camera
can have the same effect as the dolly
can have the same effect as the Steadicam/Gimbal
can used with a human operator
moves through a space
Handheld
moves through a space
has a raw & shaky feeling
Rack Focus
brings something the viewers attention
uses blur purposefully
What's The Point?
To Bring The Audience Eye To A Certain Point