
MEDIUM CLOSE-UP — framing from the subject's chest to the top of the subject's head. The subject faces the camera with a soft, neutral expression. Cherry blossoms blurred behind the subject. Conversational distance — close enough for emotion, wide enough to include shoulders and gesture. Classic dialogue framing.
MEDIUM CLOSE-UP — framing from the subject's chest to the top of the subject's head. The subject faces the camera with a soft, neutral expression. Cherry blossoms blurred behind the subject. Conversational distance — close enough for emotion, wide enough to include shoulders and gesture. Classic dialogue framing.

Medium Close-Up
Frames the subject from chest to top of head — between a close-up and medium shot. The dialogue workhorse.
When to use
Between a close-up and medium shot — chest to head — perfect for dialogue with emotional weight.
Pro tips
- •Say "medium close-up, framed from chest to top of head"
- •Add "soft natural light, slight smile, neutral expression" for dialogue mood
- •Specify a clean background to keep focus on the face
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