Birds eye view shots
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overhead shot meaningOverhead shot basicsOverhead shots can be used on actors or objects, and they can incorporate the same techniques like camera movement or a rack focus to further the desired effect of your shots.
Let’s get a "bird's eye view" on overhead shots with creative examples and how you can go about shooting your own.
OVERHEAD SHOT DEFINITIONWhat is an overhead shot?An overhead shot is when the camera is placed directly above the subject. It's somewhere around a 90-degree angle above the scene taking place. Overhead shots are also called a bird view, bird's eye view, or elevated shot.
Its placement is somewhat near the action, differing from the aerial shot. An aerial shot would be closer to a satellite or airplane view, closer to a God's eye view, and an overhead shot is closer to a bird's eye view.
- Shooting vertical action within a scene
- To empower the viewer with an objective perspective
- When they want to diminish actors in the frame
Overhead shots aren’t as easy to capture, as they often require specialized equipment and may be limited by your location. And because overhead shots give the viewer an abnormal perspective, you run the risk of pulling the audience out of the movie. In other words, you should have a good reason to use an overhead shot.
Overhead shots can be achieved with a few different types of camera gear. For larger budget projects, a camera crane can be ideal. For smaller budgets, a jib arm or an overhead rig will work. Here's a video breakdown of each type of camera rig, how they work, and how they add to the "feel" and look of a shot.
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Let’s take a look at a few scenes and sequences that used overhead shots effectively, and analyze why they used the bird's eye view.
Use overheads to capture action
If tracking shots or dolly shots are ideal for horizontal movement, overheads shots fulfill the same function with vertical.
Here is an example of an action scene from Minority Report where Spielberg uses multiple overhead shots to capture the action. Thanks to the nifty jetpacks, this is very much an "up and down" chase as opposed to a "side to side" chase. Watch how many overhead shots are used and how they keep the action legible and dynamic.
Overhead Shot • Minority Report
You could show this scene in many different ways, but I doubt it would be as interesting without the use of such a powerful angle.
As you create your shot list in StudioBinder, you should be able to more accurately determine the moments where an overhead shot will be effective, and a reference photo or storyboard will give you a good idea of how it will look.
Here's a collection of overhead shot examples from Spielberg's Minority Report.
Use shot listing tool for your overheads
You can identify key moments for your overhead shots in your script breakdown, and highlight them in your shot list.
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Use overhead shots for power
If you've studied the relationship between high angle shots and low angle shots, you know that it often comes down to power — who has it and who doesn't. Well, the same concept applies to bird's eye view shots.
Let’s look at another practical example of this. Horror comes to mind. Take a look at how this bird's eye view shot is used in American Psycho:
In this scene, Patrick Bateman tries to time a chainsaw drop onto a fleeing woman, and the overhead view shows us both the view of the woman and Patrick’s process of timing the drop.
Overhead Shot • American Psycho
Mary Harron could have used an overhead POV shot, and it would have been somewhat similar, but I’d argue the absurdity, and thus the comedy, would have been lost without the overhead shot.
Let’s stay on theme and show another murder that uses an overhead:
Overhead in Psycho
The practical use of this shot is somewhat unique because Alfred Hitchcock needed to keep the identity of the murderer a secret. Using this overhead shot achieved both obscuring our villain while also expanding our view of the attack.
Bird's Eye View Perspective
Use overhead shots for inserts
We've seen how filmmakers have used bird's eye view shots for action and power but let's look at yet another way they can be used. To capture the details in a scene, filmmakers often use insert shots to isolate and give meaning to those details.
One filmmaker who has basically cornered the market on bird's eye view insert shots is Wes Anderson. Don't believe me? Here's a supercut of ALL the overhead shots to be found in Wes Anderson's best movies.
Overhead Shots from Wes Anderson
These inserts from Wes Anderson are often done for practical reasons — it's simply the easiest and more logical perspective to capture these moments.
But they also function as opportunities to see what the character sees through their eyes. In the next section, we'll look at how this is done more specifically.
Use overhead shots for point of view
Like every all types of camera shots, a bird's eye view can also be used to represent a character's point of view (POV). This scene from Silence of the Lambs is a good example of when you instinctively should use an overhead shot for this very reason. Watch as we assume Buffalo Bill's POV looking down at his prisoner.
Overhead Shot • Silence of the Lambs
The overhead camera in this scene wasn’t used just once. Instead, director Jonathan Demme used multiple overhead shot compositions and frames to give us variations on Buffalo Bill's perspective.
Remember, great shots are very seldom one kind of shot.
Make an overhead+ECU shot, or an overhead+POV shot. You can combine every kind of shot and get a different feeling from each choice.
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Here's our episode on Camera Movement — bringing movement to your overhead shots will make them even more dynamic.
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Learning never ends. Dive into some of our classes and use the product to implement what you learn. It's all here for you. In the next section, we'll get a little more practical and show you how to film overhead shots.
OVERHEAD SHOT EXECUTIONHow to film overhead shots
We've see the various ways you can use overhead shots in film are they really that easy to shoot? Yes and no.
There are a few considerations for executing an overhead shot that you might not be aware of. And we'll also cover some overhead shot lighting tips that will help give them that professional look.
Step One — Gear up!
The equipment necessary to pull off an overhead shot is actually pretty limited. You'll need some sort of mounting mechanism, a wide angle or zoom lens (depending on your desired framing), a way to monitor the shot, and a lighting kit.
This video covers the various mounting mechanisms you can use, from a simple tripod all the way to a permanent wall mount. As you'll see, some of these mounts are more ideal than others.
Mounting mechanisms for overhead shots
Step Two — Frame and focus your shot
As mentioned above, the type of camera framing you want for the shot will dictate which type of camera lens to use.
The wider you want the field of view, you might consider a wide angle lens. If your overhead shot is meant to focus on a tiny detail, a zoom or macro lens will do the trick.
Chances are good that you only need one focal plane in focus, so you might consider adjusting your camera settings for a deep depth of field. If you're planning an overhead shot that needs to rack focus, make sure you're set up for a shallow depth of field.
Step Three — Light your overhead shot
Obviously, the type of lighting you want depends on context. If you're shooting a dramatic, B&W Film Noir, you'll want to study up on chiaroscuro lighting. Or, if your shooting a top down video like a cooking video or an unboxing, you'll probably want soft high-key lighting.
In this video, the fine folks at Aputure give us a quick tutorial on capturing a couple different lighting setups with minimal equipment.
How to light overhead shots
And that's how easy it is to shoot overhead shots. Whether you're shooting a narrative film or a cooking video, overhead shots bring a lot to any project. A simple camera angle like this can add drama, perspective, and a level of sophistication to your next project.
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Up NextAerial shot examplesNow you understand how and when you can use an overhead shot to generate a number of different emotions. Overhead shots tend to be limited to how high above the subjects they are but that's not the case with aerial shots. Whether you're establishing a location or surveying a landscape, let's find out how aerial shots can be used effectively in your next project.
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Getting a Bird’s Eye View (5 PRO Tips + Examples)
If there’s one image capture technique that can instantly elevate your photography, it’s by using a bird’s eye view.
Poor puns aside, bird’s eye views are alluring and exciting camera angles since they aren’t common in everyday life.
An aerial view can make even the most mundane object intriguing… and it doesn’t always require a drone or hot air balloon!
In this guide, we’ve curated some great bird’s eye view photography examples for your inspiration.
We’ll also offer some tips and techniques so you can produce your first bird’s eye view photo at home or on your next photoshoot.
Time to open your mind to a new top-down perspective! Let’s dive in.
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What does Bird’s Eye View mean in Photography?
Nowadays, when we think of bird’s eye view in photography, we instantly think of drone shots. And while using a drone is a great way to gain the vantage point of a bird, there’s a lot more to it.
It’s important to clarify that bird’s eye view doesn’t have to be taken from a great height and is not strictly an outdoors genre – you can take bird’s eye view photos indoors and from just a few feet off the ground.
In photography, bird’s eye view means taking the photo looking down on something – either straight down or down at an angle. With this viewpoint, you can gain dramatic and exciting photos that draw the viewer in.
But this raises the question, ‘Why is viewpoint important in photography?’
Considering the viewpoint in photography is an essential element of creating a composition. A viewpoint is a position from where you take the shot while considering what the viewer will see.
On Shotkit, we’re famous for our top-down flat lay shots of the camera gear of talented photographers from around the world. We use a bird’s eye viewpoint so that you enjoy a visually fun and exciting shot – see the example below.
Why is Birds Eye View used in photography?Credit: Michelle Scott
Bird’s eye view is used in photography to create a composition that draws the viewer in.
As upright beings, we tend to look out towards the horizon.
Our DNA and understanding of the world demand a horizontal viewpoint.
When we use a bird’s eye view in photography, the vertical or downward viewpoint fascinates us as it’s not what we’re used to.
When done right, bird’s eye view photography also creates a little bit of vertigo – nothing harmful. It’s just our brains adjusting to that altered viewpoint – the same feeling you get when you’re in a tall building looking down on the street.
That slight dizzy feeling causes excitement and adds to the drama of the image.
How Can You Photograph a Bird’s Eye View?
There are several ways to offer an elevated view or aerial viewpoint in your photography… and thankfully, not all of them involve hiring a helicopter!
Here are some ideas to help you get that coveted bird’s eye view shot:
- Fly a drone – By far, the most popular way to achieve bird’s eye view shots is with a drone.
For dramatic video and bird’s eye photography, it’s hard to beat the perspective of a drone. The idea of piloting a drone is a lot of fun – although the reality of dropping a drone in the ocean is scary. Fortunately, drones are incredibly affordable (under $200!) and are a worthwhile investment in your wedding or landscape kit. A great example is the DJI Mavic Mini – lightweight, easy to fly and affordable. - Mount a camera on a monopod or tripod – A quick and straightforward way to get bird’s eye shots is with the monopod or tripod you already own. Extend the monopod to its longest height and attach your gear securely to the mount – make sure it’s tilted down at an angle. Using the self-timer, set the delay for 10-seconds. With a lightweight monopod, you can hold it up as high as you can while considering the downward angle of the lens. Check out the video above for an example of this and how to stitch multiple images together.
- Use a 360-degree camera on a pole – Another novel approach is to use a 360-degree camera mounted to its ‘invisible’ selfie pole.
Hold the pole up high to capture images or footage. The best bit about using a 360-degree option is that you can select which view or angle of footage you want to use to build an image. - Stand on a chair – If you’re working indoors and want to take a shot of a flat lay, meal or family member, stand on a chair. It’s a simple way to get an indoor bird’s eye view. The same applies to a stepladder, larger ladder or the hood of your hire car – proceed with caution!
- Stand above someone – The easiest way to get bird’s eye shots is to stand over someone. With your model lying on the ground looking up, stand over them with your legs on either side of their body. Keep your legs out of the frame and watch where your shadow falls.
- When kids are playing – Little kids play and explore at ground level. Take a bird’s eye shot of them caught up in the moment.
- Hire a helicopter – If you have the resources and want to take fascinating bird’s eye view shots of a busy city, hire a helicopter.
You have our blessing to capture stunning aerial views!
5 Tips for Powerful Bird’s Eye View Photography
1. Bird’s Eye View Your Best LifeThe hashtag #BEV or Bird’s Eye View photography is very popular on social media sites such as Instagram.
If you’ve spent any time on Insta lately, you’ll have seen a trend where people set up an ideal (“living my best life”) scene. You can achieve this look with a bit of planning and some bird’s eye selfies.
Set up a scene in a room with natural sunlight streaming in – preferably across a sofa or comfy chair where you intend to sit.
Beside the sofa, place a coffee table with a perfectly brewed cup of coffee or herbal tea.
While in comfy linen pyjamas, lounge in your seat and browse a book. Take a selfie from a higher angle or have someone take it for you. Be sure to look carefree!
While I poke fun at this viral trend, you can have a lot of fun with bird’s eye photography here – take shots in the lounge, bedroom or in a bathtub full of flowers.
A lot of food photography occurs at eye level – as a result, it’s a little tasteless (See what I did there?).
Bird’s eye photography is incredibly effective with food photography. It raises the question, “How do you take bird’s eye view picture of food?”
If you’re styling a single plate of food, you can take a top-down shot from standing height or from a high angle.
Some cameras have a flip-down screen allowing you to shoot straight down and still frame the shot on the LCD – this is a really useful feature when shooting top down shots.
If you want to shoot a more extensive spread of food, such as a dining table laden with your best crockery and stunning dishes, you may need to take a different approach. In this case, I recommend using a step ladder to get up high.
Either way, BEV’ing your dinner is a great way to capture food photography.
If you intend to head outdoors to capture some bird’s eye view images, it’s essential to take the time to plan your shoot with a map.
A map is especially critical if you intend to fly a drone. Apps such as Google Maps and Google Earth provide the ultimate preview of your intended bird’s eye photography. Plus, the map guides you to your destination and helps plot your course.
With a list of destination marked on your map, you’ll need to research if you’re allowed to fly a drone in those areas.
Most cities, national parks and suburban areas have rules about drone control. Search for a drone site map that shows no-fly zones and safe places to fly.
Aside from a map, an essential part of the planning process for drone photography is to check the weather on a local website or app. While the sky might be clear, the wind will ruin your flight.
If you don’t have access to a drone, or can’t fly one in the area, consider other methods.
Getting to a higher vantage point may be the best option. In a built-up or city area, buildings provide the best vantage point for bird’s eye view photography.
Cities all over the world have buildings that tower above the streets – many have observation decks ideal for photography. If travelling, research and locate suitable buildings for a great aerial view.
A bird’s eye view shot from the top of the Eiffel Tower will capture people enjoying the parks below. Even the top floor of a New York City car park will provide an excellent view below.
Photographs captured from these perspectives add a whole new twist to your travel pictures.
5. Do Whatever It Takes For A Bird’s Eye ViewDoing whatever it takes for a bird’s eye view photo is pretty self-explanatory.
Be on the lookout for fun and challenging ways to capture a stunning bird’s eye view pic – provided you stay safe. Get up on objects to take landscape, portrait and group shots from a new vantage point.
Park benches, brick walls and even the hood of a rental car make for easy ways to gain a bird’s eye view in your photography.
How to get a Worm’s Eye View
What’s the opposite of Bird’s Eye View? You’ve guessed it – a Worm’s Eye View!
Here are some ideas on how you can achieve this a worm’s eye view perspective in your photography:
- Put your camera on the ground facing up or at a steep angle with a wide-angle lens. Set the self-timer for 10-seconds to give you time to get your composition ready.
- Apply this view at a party and position the kit amongst a group of guests. Be mindful of people wearing skirts!
- Place the camera in the garden amidst thick foliage and tall grass. It’s literally a worm’s view – if they had eyes.
- Photograph the family pet or a young child sitting on a glass table. Lie under the table and take the photo facing upwards.
- Set up a product shot on a sheet of glass suspended above a table – perhaps resting between two tissue boxes. Place your camera underneath and shoot up. Include yourself in the frame, reaching down for the product.
Final Words
As you can see, it’s simple to create photos with exciting perspectives. Achieving a bird’s eye view in photography doesn’t require a death-defying ride in a helicopter.
You can achieve bird’s eye view shots right now at home with high viewpoint shots of your lunch, kids at play or a portrait shoot with your partner in the tub.
With the gear you already own, a little planning and the ability to think like a bird, you can capture stunning bird’s eye view photos every time.
Have you had any luck with attempting bird’s eye view photography? What style of photographs did you capture at home? Have you ever captured a landscape with a drone?
Share your experiences, comments and questions below to join the conversation.
Happy Shooting.
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