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Camera Lenses

home  →  Camera LensesSearch for:Search ButtonCamera LensesLearn about the different camera lenses, their unique qualities and how they help shape vivid and propel visual storytelling.VideoArticleCamera LensesThe lens you choose changes the shot you get, which makes lens choice a critical part of your process. Here are you main options and why you might want to choose one over the other. Ultra Wide Angle LensBent & DistortedWide Angle Lens ShotEnvironments & CharactersNormal Lens ShotHow We SeeTelephoto Lens ShotDistant & CompressedTilt Shift LensFlatten & ShrinkMacro Lens ShotEnlarging the Micro WorldExplore other Series  See All__CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]},"original":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248,…

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Camera Equipment

home  →  Camera EquipmentSearch for:Search ButtonCamera EquipmentExplore the various types of camera equipment at your disposal and how each can bring unique qualities to your shots, dynamic movement, and solid stabilization.VideoArticleCamera EquipmentEach piece of camera gear provides a different perspective and a different effect. Take a tour of each option to see how to elevate your imagery.Handheld ShotRugged and RawTripod ShotStable and SmoothPedestal ShotVertical ChangesCrane ShotMovement in All DirectionsOverhead ShotGod's Eye ViewDolly ShotRigid and GracefulCable CamFloating Through SpaceGimbal ShotAccessible StabilitySteadicam ShotFull Range of MotionSnorricam ShotLocked in PlaceCamera Vehicle MountShots in MotionDrone ShotBoundless ImageryMotion Control ShotVFX & BeyondUnderwater ShotIn Another WorldExplore…

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Focus

home  →  Camera FocusSearch for:Search ButtonCamera FocusExplore the many ways to use focus in your shots and the visual storytelling benefits of each one.VideoArticleCamera Focus TechniquesExplore the different types of camera angles, and learn how to combine them with other shot specs for visual storytelling. Shallow FocusIsolate and emphasizeDeep FocusKeep everything sharpRack FocusMoving focal pointsTilt ShiftFlatten the worldSoft FocusKeep everything softSplit DiopterDual focal pointsExplore other Series  See All__CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]},"original":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette____CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]},"original":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette____CONFIG_group_edit__{"k5nymd30":{"name":"All Title(s)","singular":"-- Text…

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Camera Movements

home  →  Camera MovementsSearch for:Search ButtonCamera MovementsMaster the art of visual storytelling with this series on camera movements in film, with a deep dive into each type and how you can use it.VideoArticleCamera MovementsMovement is a defining characteristic of cinema and film language. Explore the following camera movements to become a master of the medium.Static ShotMaximize stillnessPan ShotHorizontal revealsTilt ShotVertical revealsWhip Pan ShotEnergetic transitionsDolly ShotControlled movementZoom ShotEnhance and focusDolly-Zoom ShotReality bendingPush-In ShotEmphasis and realizationTracking ShotFollow and engagePedestal ShotHeights and depthsTrucking ShotParallel MovementArc ShotCircular movementBoom ShotHeights and depthsCrane ShotBeyond in all directionsDrone ShotSoaring movementSnorricam ShotSubjective & ClaustrophobicExplore other Series  See All__CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default…

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Framing

home  →  Camera FramingSearch for:Search ButtonCamera FramingThe ultimate guide to camera framing in film, with deep dives, scene studies, and some of the best examples we can all learn from.VideoArticleFraming TechniquesExplore the different types of camera framing, and learn how to combine them with other shot specs for visual storytelling. Establishing ShotSet the stageSingle ShotFocus on characterTwo ShotFocus on relationshipsThree ShotFocus on dynamicsGroup ShotFocus on the teamOver-the-Shoulder ShotAn insider perspectiveInsert ShotEmphasize detailsPOV ShotThrough a character's eyesExplore other Series  See All__CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]},"original":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette____CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228,…

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Shot Size

home  →  Shot SizeSearch for:Search ButtonShot SizesExplore our comprehensive and concise index of all shot sizes, their differences, and the myriad of ways filmmakers use them.VideoArticleShot Size IndexExplore the different types of shot sizes, and learn how to combine them with other shot specs for masterful visual storytelling.Extreme Close UpECUClose UpCUMedium Close UpMCUMedium ShotMSCowboy ShotCSMedium Full ShotMFSFull ShotFSWide / Long ShotWS / LSExtreme Wide ShotEWS / ELSExplore other Series  See All__CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]},"original":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette____CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93, 0.16)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":0.16}}},"gradients":[]},"original":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48,…

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Camera Angles

home  →  Camera AnglesSearch for:Search ButtonCamera AnglesLevel up your visual storytelling with this index of camera angles in film, what they convey to an audience, and how you can use them in your work.VideoArticleCamera AnglesExplore the different types of camera angles, and learn how to combine them with other shot specs for visual storytelling.Low Angle ShotEmpower your subjectsHigh Angle ShotDepower your subjectsDutch Angle ShotDisorientationOverhead ShotOmniscienceAerial ShotAwe and scaleEye Level ShotCreate a connectionShoulder Level ShotSubtle powerHip Level ShotMoments of tensionKnee Level ShotSize and controlGround Level ShotScale and presenceProfile ShotDetached observationExplore other Series  See All__CONFIG_colors_palette__{"active_palette":0,"config":{"colors":{"45315":{"name":"Amour","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1}},"c96ec":{"name":"Main Accent","parent":-1},"def7a":{"name":"Amaranth","parent":"c96ec","lock":{"lightness":1,"saturation":1}}},"gradients":[]},"palettes":[{"name":"Default Palette","value":{"colors":{"45315":{"val":"rgb(253, 248, 250)","hsl_parent_dependency":{"h":336,"s":0.55,"l":0.98,"a":1}},"c96ec":{"val":"rgb(228, 48, 93)","hsl":{"h":345,"s":0.76,"l":0.54,"a":1}},"def7a":{"val":"rgba(228, 48, 93,…

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Camera Shots

homeSearch for:Search ButtonCamera ShotsFind the perfect camera shots for any scene. From low angles to extreme wide shots, here is everything you could ever want to learn about shots.Search for:Search Button Elements of CinematographyExplore the different types of camera shots and learn how to combine them with other shot specs for masterful visual storytelling. Shot Size Angle Framing Movement Focus Equipment Lens Composition Lighting Start your Mood BoardCollect inspiration, generate ideas, and share them. Create your free mood board VideoDemoLearn

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