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A shot captured from an airborne platform: drone, helicopter, or aircraft above the ground.

A shot where the camera moves in a curved path around a subject, keeping consistent distance.

A shot in which the camera moves vertically, rising or descending, on a crane, jib arm, or pedestal.

A tracking shot achieved by moving the camera on a wheeled dolly along laid track.

A crew member responsible for camera support equipment, rigging, and light-control tools on set.

A shot captured directly above the subject, with the camera pointing straight down at 90 degrees.

A shot where the camera rotates on its horizontal axis, pivoting the lens up or down while the body stays fixed.

A shot where the camera physically moves through space to follow a subject or reveal an environment.