Aerial Shot

AI-generated reference clip

Drone shotAerial pushAerial pullbackAerial arc

A drone view from above, pushing toward, pulling away from, or arcing around a location.

Camera Movement · Medium

Scale and place: where are we, how big is it, how beautiful. The classic establishing shot.

1Fly slowly: aerials look best at low speed with long, steady moves.

2Golden hour gives depth and shape to landscapes.

Wedding

Establish the quinta at sunset.

Real estate

Arc around the property to show plot and surroundings.

Needs gear you don't own yet.

Best option

Camera drone (EU C0/C1 class for easiest rules).

A7 V + 24-70 settings

Use ND filters on the drone too, to keep the 180° shutter.

Jerky stick inputs: use cine mode for smooth, slow moves.

Plan an establishing aerial for your next shoot: push, pullback or arc, and why.