Thursday, October 31, 2024

BLOG QUESTION: LENS COMPOSITION AND CAMERA ANGLES

What do long shots, medium shots and close up shots mean in relation to each other?

Long shots can be used to establish location and context for a scene. It usually includes the entire body of a subject, and a large portion of the surrounding area. A Medium shot reduces the amount of background shown, but it enhances the details of a subject. Usually, the subject is shown from above the knees and up. A close up focuses more on the subject, emphasizing their acting and emotions. They can be used to show particular details of a character, especially facial expressions.

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