Camera Movement

Camera movement refers to the way the camera is moved in order to capture footage. 

Tracking Shot

Pan Shot

Moves along with the action and the camera is typically on a track. 

Camera is stationary but moves from one side of the scene to another. 

Zoom Shot

Camera moves from distance to focus in on a person or object. 

Handheld Camera Shot

Movement by the camera operator evident (gives an impression of the action taking place).

Crane Shot

Camera is attached to a crane that can move above or down to the scene.