Shot Types

 

In this blog i'm going to look at shot sizes and when you should use each shot. 

Extreme long shot 

An extreme long shot is used to establish a location where the scene is taking place. 

Long shot 

A long shot is a camera shot that shows the entire subject from head to toe and their surroundings. the long shot is also called a wide shot or a full shot it is used to show the relationship between a character and its environment. 

Medium long shot 

a medium-long shot is most commonly used for group shots, two shots and emblematic shots they are used for this because they provide enough room in the frame to include several characters or visual elements simultaneously.

Mid shot 

a mid shot is used to emphasise the character and their surroundings by giving them an equal presence on screen. A director uses a mid-shot to clearly show the emotions of the characters while still being informed about what's going on around them. 

Medium close up 

a medium close-up is used to help the audience register the emotions and expressions of the characters while still being able to see the background.  

Close up

a close-up is used to draw the audience's attention to the main character and to communicate the importance of their reaction, presence and behaviour.

Extreme/big close up 

an extreme close-up is used to allow the viewer to enter the characters' personal space revealing traits and emotions that might go unnoticed if you weren’t up close.