Tilt up - This is a vertical camera movement which consists of the
camera pointing upwards. This is most commonly used to reveal more
information about a setting or to introduce a character such as an appealing
female.
Tilt down - This is a vertical camera movement which consists of
the camera pointing downwards. This is used to reveal more information about
the setting.
Tracking - This is were a camera is placed on a track which
it can then move along to follow the action. This movement is used to
make the audience feel like they are a part of the action as they are able
to witness everything happening in the frame.
Dolly - This is where the camera is placed on a track and can move
around to follow the action. This shot is usually used as a way of getting
closer and further away from the subject. This shot is used to allow the viewer
to be part of the action and also reveal closer up information to the viewers
which couldn't be seen normally.
Crane - This is where the camera is placed on a crane to move
around in larger environments. This is used to show the location of a setting.
Handheld - This is where the camera is held by hand and uses no
form of structure to stay stable. This shot is usually used to show realism and
characters emotions and perspective.
Aerial/ birdseye - This is usually taken from a helicopter and is
a more flexible and smoother way of filming than with a crane. It used for
establishing shots to reveal the location and is often used during the opening
sequence of a film to introduce the setting.
Zoom - A zoom is a way of magnification, which allows us to see
things closer. This is used to change the position of the audience and can be
used at a very slow or fast pace.
