There are four main types of camera angles used to suggest
a relationship between the viewer and the subject of the image.
As with camera shots, there can be degrees of variation on
these angles.
| Angle |
Description |
Purpose |
Example |
| 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. |
|
| 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. |
|
| 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. |
|
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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