Camera Terminology

Deep Focus

A camera technique tht allows objects both near and far from the camera to be in foucs at the same time.

Esthablishing Shot

The shot (usually wide or long ), often used ate the start of a programme or film, a new section of a programm or at the start of a new scene to establish the relationship between the set/location and the characters and to show the whole view. 

Hand-Held Shot

A shot filmed with the camera not on a tripod bit instead held by the camera man, often whilst walking. This makes the shot seem quite shaky. This can make the audience feel the scene is more realistic, or can make us feel like we are part of the action. 
This is outstandingly shown in the movie cloverfield were the enire movie is shot out of that perspective.

Long Shot

A distance shot where the camera is a long way from the subjects being filmed. A long shot can be effective as an establishing shot that sets the scene for the action and roles in the viewer.

Loose Frame

Describes a shot where there is a lot of room around an object or person. Usually used to show them as being alone or isolated or unimportant. 

Master Shot

A camera shot used at the beginning of a sequence to establish the component elements and relationships in such a way as to allow the audience to make sense of the action follow.

Point-of-View Shot

A camera shot taken from the position of the subjects, used to enhance a sense of realism and audience involment in the action. 

The shots above are the most important shots commonly used in the business of producing thriller movies.