Canon ZR20 instruction manual Picture angle, Camcorder moves

Picture angle

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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 close-ups to show the details. Remember to change your viewpoint for each shot.

Remember that any camcorder movement or change in picture angle should have a definite purpose. Avoid unnecessary or half-hearted movements.

Camcorder moves

Mastering Basicsthe	Use pans to record a landscape or
	follow a moving subject. Decide the
	area you want 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 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.

Long shot

Medium shot

Close-up

Pan

Tilt

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