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Wide shots.
Wide shots and extreme wide shots (also known as
“long shots” and “extreme long shots”) are
commonly used as establishing shots.
Master shots
These shots that capture all of the action happening in
a scene are usually set up as wide shots. Because
they record everything, these are crucial shots for
basic coverage.
Medium shots
A medium shot captures the subject in more detail, whether
it’s a medium-long shot (3/4 shot) or a medium close-up
(from the shoulders up). A traditional medium shot shows
the subject from the waist up — the important part of the
subject and some background. A medium close-up captures
the subject from the shoulders up, giving more frame space
to the subject’s facial expressions.
Different Types Of Medium Shots
There are several variations on the classic medium shot. These variations
include: