Composition
The most important element in the scene does not necessarily have to be centered. For a more interesting picture, try to position your subject slightly to one side. Leave some space on the side of the frame that the subject is facing or moving towards.
Do not cut off the top of the subject’s head, and do not cut people off at the neck, hips or knees (move a little bit above or below).
Watch out for distracting objects in the background.
Picture Angle
Instead of zooming while recording, try to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move in with medium shots and
Remember that any camcorder movement or change in picture angle should have a definite purpose. Avoid unnecessary or
Camcorder Moves
Use pans to record a landscape or follow a moving subject. Decide the area you wish to cover and stand facing the end of your panning angle. Without moving your feet, turn your waist to the starting position. Start recording, and after a
Pan
few seconds begin to turn slowly from the waist. Hold the final image for a few seconds before you stop recording.
Tilt the camcorder up to exaggerate the height of the subject. Tilt down from the top of a building, for example, as an introduction to subjects at the bottom.
Tilt
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Long shot
Medium shot
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