How photos act as a

means of
communication?
Basic Camera Shots
Extreme Wide Shots
It is a shot that is so wide, the
subject is barely visible.
Wide Shots
Also called a long shot or a
full shot, is a shot that shows the
subject within their surrounding
environment.
Medium Shots
It is also known as waist shot,
is a camera angle shot from a
medium distance.
Medium Close up Shots
It includes a character from
the shoulders/chest area up to the
top of the head.
Close up Shots
A shot taken of a subject or
object at close range intended to
show greater detail to the viewer.
Extreme Close up Shots
The shot is so tight that only a
detail of the subject, such as
someone's eyes, can be seen.
Group Task
Count the number and take
note of the technical name of each
shots from the clip.
Identify the camera shot used in the following pictures.
Short Quiz
Answer the following statements/questions. (Answers only)

1. It is a shot that is so wide, the subject is barely visible.

2. Also called a long shot or a full shot, is a shot that shows the subject
within their surrounding environment.
3. It is also known as waist shot, is a camera angle shot from a medium
distance.
4. It includes a character from the shoulders/chest area up to the top of
the head.
5. A shot is a photograph or movie shot taken of a subject or object at
close range intended to show greater detail to the viewer.
Group Task:
Photograph examples of basic camera shots.