Camera Movement

• Tilt: is when the camera pivots vertically on a tri pod. It is often use to show the full length of a character in a close up shot
• Pan: also pivots the camera on a stationary access but it does it horizontally. It's almost like a tracking shot but higher. It can be used to switch between characters or to show a location.
• Tracking: Is when the camera is moving on a dolly from side to side. It is often used to follow a character when moving.
• Crane: is like a tracking shot but more impressive, you don't need a crane to do a crane shot. Cheaper and more portable members of the crane family can be used like a Jib arm
• Steadicam: It's a harnest device that employes a sophisticated system of hydrolics and counter waves to combine the mobility of hand held camera with the smoothness of a tracking shot. It can be used to follow a character but with a dreamy floating sensation to it.
• Handheld: it is used to indicate distressed states of mind, chaotic situations or to make it look like documentary camera work to add a sense of realism.