Movement Types

Movement:

Panning - The movement of a still camera. The scanning of a subject horizontally.

Tilt - Similar to Panning but Vertical.

Dolly/Tracking - Smooth camera movement of a horizontal axis. Used to follow target etc.

Crane - Like a dolly shot in the air. Smooth movements off the ground.

Steadicam - Isolates the operator's movement from the camera, allowing a very smooth shot even when the operator is moving quickly.

Hand Held - Is used in documentaries and films. It gives a sense that you are invloved in the scene. Gives a sense of realism.

Zoom - Change in lense focal length whihc gives the sense that your moving towards or away from somthing. Allows focus on a certain point.