How to choose stable composition or moving composition?

When shooting a video or movie, it is a very important decision to choose a stable composition or a moving composition. These two composition methods have their own advantages and applicable scenes, which will be introduced in detail for you below.

Stable composition, also known as static composition, is the most common composition method in shooting. It emphasizes the balance and stability of the picture. By finding the support points in the picture, the theme is placed in the center of the picture or at the golden section, so as to achieve visual balance. Stable composition gives the audience a quiet and solemn feeling, especially suitable for shooting scenes such as scenery, architecture and still life.

On the basis of stable composition, the composition of the picture can be changed by adjusting the angle, position or focal length of the camera. For example, tilting or rotating the camera or changing the depth of field with a zoom lens can bring new visual effects to the picture.

Action composition emphasizes the dynamics and changes of the picture. It breaks the balance of the picture through the movement of the lens or the dynamic theme, and brings the audience a sense of tension or activity. Motion composition can enhance the visual impact of the picture and make the picture more lively.

There are many forms of action composition in shooting, such as pushing lens, pulling lens, shaking lens, moving lens and following lens. Each kind of motion lens has its own specific effect and applicable scene. For example, pushing the lens can highlight the theme and lead the audience's attention to a specific part of the picture; Pulling the lens can show the whole picture and give the audience a comprehensive understanding of the picture.

When choosing a stable composition or a moving composition, the following factors need to be considered:

Theme: Different themes are suitable for different composition methods. For example, if the subject is a static object or landscape, then a stable composition may be more suitable; If the theme is dynamic people or events, then motion composition may be more appropriate.

Audience reaction: Different composing methods will lead to different audience reactions. Stable composition gives the audience a calm and solemn feeling; Action composition brings more visual impact to the audience.

Story plot: The development of story plot also needs to consider the composition method. When telling a tense and active story, sports composition may be more appropriate; When telling a calm and solemn story, a stable composition may be more appropriate.

When shooting a video or movie, you should choose the appropriate composition method according to the specific situation. Both stable composition and moving composition have their own advantages and applicable scenes. Only by comprehensively considering the theme, audience response, story plot and other factors can we choose the most suitable composition method.