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