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Midjourney Camera Shots

Creating photorealistic images in Midjourney is now easier than ever. Here’s how you can achieve stunning results:

1. Give the right prompt:

Ensure your initial description is clear and detailed.

2. Add the right tokens

Lighting: Specify the type of lighting you want (e.g., natural light, studio lighting, etc.).

Camera Shots: Camera Shots: Choose the appropriate shot type (e.g., long shot, close up shot)

Film Types: Mention any specific film styles or effects you prefer (e.g., black and white, vintage).

These images can be perfect for:

Social Media: Enhance your posts with high-quality visuals.
Blog Posts: Make your articles more engaging and visually appealing.
Projects: Use these images to add a professional touch to your creative work.

Types of Camera Shots

Extreme Long Shot
Long Shot
Medium Shot
Close-up shot:
Extreme close-up shot

Exreme Long Shot

An extreme long shot shows a large area from a very far distance. It helps the viewer see the entire setting or scene clearly.

Prompt: Create an extreme long shot of a grand historical scene featuring Alexander the Great leading his army across a vast desert landscape.

PROMPT:extreme long shot, image of a narrow body of water, vibrant blue hue, tall basalt columns on both sides, rock is rough and layered with deep grooves and cracks, , Fujifilm Velvia 50, –ar 3:4

PROMPT: Extremely long shot, narrow fjord, azure water, blue sky, weathered basalt columns, varied heights, natural cracks, sparse vegetation, soft shadows, subtle mist, Fujifilm Velvia **50, sharp details**

Conclusion : Both prompts use the same type of shot—an extreme long shot—but the images turned out differently because of how much of the environment was described.

In Prompt 1, there’s no mention of the sky, so the image feels more focused on the water and rocks. In Prompt 2, by adding the sky and atmosphere, the image feels much larger and more cinematic.

By adding the sky and atmosphere, the image feels much larger and more cinematic.

If you want a cinematic look:
To create a more cinematic feel in your MidJourney images, make sure to include details about the sky or other elements like shadows or mist. These small touches make a huge difference in how the image feels and what it communicates.

By understanding how different prompt details affect the final result, you can better control the type of images you create—whether you want something close-up and intense or wide and cinematic.

Long Shot

Shows the subject from top to bottom,shows the entire area where the action takes place. The whole subject is in frame.

**Prompt:** A long shot of a fierce female warrior in a tactical combat suit, similar to the character Black Widow, with red curly hair, crouched in a dynamic, ready-for-action pose in a modern, industrial hallway. **Image created in Chatgpt**

Sometimes, a long-shot prompt doesn’t work. Imagine you want to create an image of a couple walking; in that case, you use the below prompt for the same.

If you use the action word walking, MidJourney understands it better to show a full-body shot and a slightly faraway image, which will include the road and surroundings.

Prompt: a man and women holding hands, walk along the Riviera promenade., gym wear –ar 3:4

Medium Shot

A camera shot which shows approximately

half of the subject’s body.

**Prompt**::side profile, medium shot of a teenage girl in a vibrant garden, her long, wavy hair cascading down her shoulders , kodak Potra 400 –ar 3:4

**Prompt**::medium shot, lady singing on stage, holding a microphone, eyes closed, dressed in an elegant evening gown, stage lights cast a warm golden shadow on her face, background dimly lit spotlights creating dramatic shadows , kodak Potra 400 –ar 3:4

PROMPT: A medium shot of a couple cooking together in a cozy kitchen. They are both smiling as they prepare a meal, with the woman stirring a pot and the man chopping vegetables. They are dressed casually, with warm lighting creating a comfortable and intimate atmosphere. The scene captures their teamwork and happiness,kodak Potra 400 –ar 3:4

Close Up Shot

A camera shot where a small object or a face completely fills the screen.Framed this tightly, the emotions and reactions of a character dominate the scene.

**Prompt**:close up of a 30 year old man. talking over the phone, Kodak Potra 400

**Prompt**:close up of a 30 year old man. talking over the phone, Kodak Potra 400, –ar 4:3

Extreme Close Up Shot

An extreme close-up shot captures a small detail of the subject, like part of a face, hand, or foot

**Prompt**:extreme close-up shot, “Miss You ” written in cursive writing on a white sheet of plain paper **–no pen** –ar 3:4

**Prompt**:extreme close up shot, front profile, white round alarm clock –ar 3:4

Midjourney Prompt Structure

When you’re writing a prompt in MidJourney, it helps to start with the type of shot you want, then add the profile (like side, front, or three-quarter view). MidJourney puts more emphasis on the words at the beginning, so starting with these details makes a big difference in how the image turns out.

Here’s how you can structure your prompt

Start with the type of shot (e.g., close-up, wide shot, portrait).
Mention the profile or angle (e.g., side profile, three-quarter view, front view).
Add any specific details or descriptions: (e.g., lighting, setting, style).
Include any additional details: like colors or artistic effects toward the end.

Example

1.Prompt: Close-up portrait, dramatic lighting, soft pastel background, intricate details on the face, hyper-realistic, Kodak Portra 160

As you can see, this prompt focuses on a close-up shot of a lady’s face. In close-ups, details like the neck are not visible, as the frame zooms in on the face for greater detail.

1.Prompt: Close-up portrait, three quarter profile portrait of a woman, dramatic lighting, soft pastel background, intricate details on the face, hyper-realistic, Kodak Portra 160

Notice that “close-up” comes first, followed by “three-quarter profile.” MidJourney gives more weight to the close-up part and thus captures most of the face while showing only a small portion of the neck.

2.Prompt: three quarter profile portrait of a woman, Close-up shot, , dramatic lighting, soft pastel background, intricate details on the face, hyper-realistic, Kodak Portra 160

In this case, “three-quarter profile” is placed before “close-up shot,” so MidJourney prioritizes the profile, but still shows a close-up view of the subject. The result is a balance between the two elements, giving more prominence to the profile while keeping the close-up feel.

3. Prompt :three quarter profile portrait of a woman, dramatic lighting, soft pastel background, intricate details on the face, hyper-realistic, Kodak Portra 160

Here, only the “three-quarter profile” is mentioned, and it’s accurately reflected in the image. The neck and shoulders are visible, typical of a true three-quarter shot, providing more depth and dimension.

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4. Prompt:three quarter profile portrait of a woman, dramatic lighting, soft pastel background, intricate details on the face, wearing a gold chain in neck, Kodak Portra 160 , –ar 3:4

This prompt adds extra details, like the lady wearing a gold chain. By mentioning something specific like that, MidJourney focuses on a wider view to show the chain, resulting in a more complete three-quarter profile shot.

Conclusion:

Want to create prompts like these and get stunning, spot-on images?

Click here for the prompt structure to start crafting your perfect prompt!

Remember, how you structure your prompt in MidJourney really impacts the final result. By putting key details, like the type of shot or profile, at the beginning, you help MidJourney focus on what matters most.

MidJourney doesn’t always give an exact match—it generates four images, and sometimes only one or two will align with your vision. Be patient, keep practicing, and enjoy the creative process!

Midjourney Camera Shots