Which shot angle places the camera above the subject?

• A. Aerial shot.
• B. Eye-level shot.
• C. Low angle shot.
• D. High angle shot places the camera above the subject.

Answer: (D)

In filmmaking, camera angle describes where the camera sits relative to the subject. A high angle shot is when the camera is above the subject and looks down, which can make the subject appear smaller or more vulnerable and also lets you include more of the surroundings. That’s why it’s the best answer here: it specifically places the camera above the subject. An eye-level shot stays at the subject’s eye height for a neutral feel, a low angle shot comes from below to make the subject seem powerful, and an aerial shot is taken from a very high distance to show a wide view, not just the subject from above.