Camera Movements

Panning Shot

A panning shot is used in films to show an area of space. The camera will move from side to side at the same height. This also may be used to show many people in a line.

Tilt Shot

A tilt shot is used in films also to show an area of space. The camera will move up and down at the same height. This also may be used to show the length of a person's body.

Crane Shot

A crane shot is used in a film to show action, the crane shot will follow the action. This may also be referred to as a tracking shot.

Rolling Shot

A rolling shot is used in films to create effect. The camera will move cross ways making the image look off-centre.

Zoom

A zoom is used to show detail. When a zoom is taking place the camera does not move, the lens of the camera focuses down, or zooming out will show more of the background of the scene.