Here are the basic 4 camera angles a camerman can work with:)
The above diagram was something i came across an article with regards to the various angles i could shoot my film. Personally for me, I think I have a huge disadvantage in terms of eye level shots due to my annoying short height:) haha. My cast are mostly taller than me and thus ensuring that the camera is at eye level can be a feat to tackle.
SO here are the 4 basic angles:
1. High
The camera is placed above and looks down on the subject or object. It is used to make the character look small and also indicate that the character is weak or inferior.
2. Eye
An eye angle places the audience on eye-level with the character. It is used to indicate that the character is on equal footing with the audience. It suggests reality.
3. Low
The camera is placed looking up on the subject or object. It is used to make the character look big and indicates that the character is powerful and dominant.
4. Overhead/ Bird’s eye
The camera is placed overhead or directly above the object or scene. Characters and objects are made to look small and vulnerable. A character or object could be followed at a different speed or pace.
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