SHOT TYPES

There is a convention in the video, film and television industries which assigns names and guidelines to common types of shots, framing and picture composition. The video below briefly describes the most common shot types. Watch the video to learn more.

Alternatively, you can have a look at the following websites to read about them.
B&H Photo
Media College

Once you feel you have a good understanding of the different shot types, continue to the section on camera movements.