Optical & In Camera Effects

In-camera effects are visual effects and techniques captured directly on a camera's sensor while shooting, rather than being added later in editing. They save time and budget while adding raw, organic character to the footage. One of the most notable “In-Camera / Optical” effects ever put on film is the “Dolly Zoom.”

Sub-categories

  • Rear projection

  • Front projection

  • Matte paintings

  • Forced perspective

  • Glass shots

  • Multiple exposure

  • Split screens

  • In-camera compositing

  • Motion-control photography