MEDIACAMERA ANGLES AND LIGHTING

Mid Shots

Long Shots

Used as an establishing shot

Sets the scene

Usually a whole body shot

Close Ups

Focuses on the detail of the object or person

Shows expressions and reactions

Usually just the head but sometimes includes the shoulders

Reveals thoughts and feelings

Sometimes gets closer as more truth is revealed

Extreme Close Ups (ECU)

Small part of the body or object shown (often lips/eyes)

Emphasises significance

Makes small things look larger

Audience focuses on one thing

Wide Shots

Use a wide angle lens

Gives visual information

Sets the scene

Movement Shots

Camera usually moves

However the camera can be static (still)

Usually a short duration

Highly effective

Zoom Shots

Camera stays static

Gets closer or further away to the subject

Can be obvious or subtle