This document describes different types of camera shots based on the scale of the subject. An extreme long shot shows a very small subject to establish the setting. A long shot shows a small subject, like a standing person at the height of the screen. A medium (long) shot shows a medium-sized subject from the waist up, which is a popular shot type.

1. Extreme long shot
The scale of the
subject is very
small, can be used
to establish the
setting.
Long shot
The scale of the
subject shown is
small, standing
person appears to
be the height of the
screen.
Medium (long) shot
Scale of the subject
is medium sized,
shown from the
waist up, this is a
popular shot type.
Medium close-up
shot/ head and
shoulders shot
The subjects head
and shoulders are
shown in the frame.
Close-up
The scale of the
subject is relatively
large, person’s head
fills the frame. Can
be used to show
facial expression.
Extreme close-up
Scale of the object
is very large, small
object or body part
shows specific
details, rarely used.