All language subtitles for 1. Shot size

In the world of cinematography,
there are a few different primary shots,

extreme long shots, long shots,

full shots, medium shots,
close ups and extreme close ups.

These descriptions can refer
to any subject or location,

but most often describe the human figure.

Let's take a look at a visual
representation of these five shots.

This is an extreme long shot.

This can be used effectively to establish
location and context for a scene.

A long shot typically includes a subject's

entire body and a large proportion
of the surrounding area.

It still gives the viewer
a sense of location,

but also establishes
the subject of the scene.

This is a full shot.

The name refers to the fact
that the shot includes the full body

from the feet up to the top of the head.

As we move

closer to the subject,
we are reducing the field of view.

We are removing visual information.

In this case, the surrounding background.

But at the same time
enhancing the details of the subject.

This is a medium shot.

It is close enough to include
subtle variations in facial expression,

but still wide enough to show an actor's
body language.

This is a close up.

A close up gives the viewer a more
intimate relationship with the subject.

This is an example of an extreme close up.

These shots can be used to great effect
to illustrate particular details.

There are many other types of shots,

including single shots,
two shots and group shots.

But for now,
this is a very good foundation

for the vocabulary
we will use throughout this course.