Video Recording Terminology Apr 2026

Usually shows the subject from the waist up.

Focuses on a specific detail, usually the subject's face.

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Moving the camera horizontally (left to right) on a fixed axis.

Changing the focal length to make the subject appear closer or farther away. ⚙️ Technical Specifications Usually shows the subject from the waist up

A standard setup using a Key Light (main), Fill Light (shadow reducer), and Back Light (separation).

The proportional relationship between width and height (e.g., 16:9 for widescreen, 9:16 for TikTok/Reels). Fill Light (shadow reducer)

Moving the camera vertically (up or down) on a fixed axis.