From the course: Camera Movement for Video Productions
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Pedestals vs. tilts
From the course: Camera Movement for Video Productions
Pedestals vs. tilts
As discussed earlier in this course, a pedestal movement is one in which the camera itself moves up and down. This can be accomplished with a handheld rig, or to a greater success, with a jib or crane. Although similar to a tilt in that we are adjusting the vertical trajectory of a sequence, pedestals are uniquely powerful in that they can shift the vantage point of a shot. Let's take a look at an example of a scene that illustrates this difference. Here's a man on a date, secretly texting with another woman. This movement successfully shifts the focus of the frame and reveals a new key detail to the viewer. The up and down tilt motion mimics the way a waiter or spectator would view the scene. Let's see what the same scene looks like if we shot it with a pedestal motion. How does this technique change how we view the scene? By lowering the camera, we're able to convey to the viewer, let's take a look at what's going on beneath the surface of this situation. By opting for a move that…
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