This document defines and describes 7 basic camera shots: extreme close-up shot, high angle shot, low angle shot, rule of thirds, close-up shot, establishing shot, and long shot. Each shot type is defined by its frame, the part of the subject that is included, and sometimes psychological implications. The shots provide filmmakers varying perspectives and ways to set a scene or draw attention.

1. Extreme Close-Up Shot (ECU) –
Frame is landscape. The subject
is cropped just above the
eyebrows and just below the
eyes.
High Angle Shot –
Frame is landscape. The camera
shot is pointed down from above
the subject. The subject can be
cropped anywhere. This frame
can be used to show an element
of weakness within the subject
and setting.
Low Angle Shot –
Frame is landscape. The camera
shot is pointed up from below the
subject. The subject can be
cropped anywhere. This frame
can be used to show an element
of power within the subject and
setting.
Rule of Thirds –
Images are composed so that the
frame is divided into thirds. The
grid is used for the placement of
important elements and leading
lines. Place dominant elements
on or near the intersection of two
of the lines
Close-Up Shot (CU) –
Frame is landscape. The subject is
cropped at, or just below the top of
the head and just below the
shoulders.
Establishing Shot (ES) –
The whole body is in the shot.
Viewer can easily identify the
environment. This shot sets the
scene.
Long Shot (LS) –
Frame is landscape (horizontal).
The subject is cropped just above
the head and just below the feet.
Medium Shot (MS) –
Frame is landscape. The subject
is cropped just above the head
and just below the waist.
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7 BASIC CAMERA SHOTS
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