Camera Movement

L/O: To understand the different types of camera movements.

Take notes as we watch the exam boards video. We will watch it through twice.
Camera Movement Description
(This is when the camera)
Purpose
(This is often used to)
Tracking






Very simple moving of the camera.
Backwards or forwards. It often uses
a dolly.
Tracking in draws the audience into the action.
Tracking out shows that the scene is finished, and it
is time to move on.
Tilt






A simple movement of the camera
upward or downward. Can be from a
point of view shot.
It is to make a sense of power.
Down= inferiority
Up= superior
Zoom






Zoom can be used as an alternative
of a tracking shot. Creates
movement into or away from
character.
To draw the audiences attention on to certain
objects, places or people.
Arc






The camera moves either a full or
semi circle around the character.
Gives the audience a full view of the character or to
show several peoples reactions.
Crane






Attaching the camera to a crane. It
can be a fixed crane shot or a
moving crane shot. Either is very
high.
To follow the action vertically and to see the whole
picture. As the audience is watching as a spectator.
Panning






Camera is mounted on a tripod and
moved side to side. The camera does
not move from its spot.
Used for a point of view shot.