A birds eye view is a scene from directly overhead. The shot puts the viewers into what is described as a 'godlike' position, as it is viewed like god views the world - from above. This shot looks down on the action. Sometimes, characters in birds eye view shots are made to look ant-like.
High Angle
The High Angle shot isn't as extreme as a birds eye view. This shot is elevated using a crane above the action, to give a general overview of what is happening in the scene. Objects seem smaller, less scary, and less significant. The character in these types of shots becomes part of a wider picture.
Eye Level
An eye level shot comes across to seem as if it is humanly observing a scene, or in another perspective a characters point of view (POV). Usually, the camera is positioned approximately 5-6 feet off the ground to imitate a grown man/woman.
Low Angle
Low angled shots increase height in a shot. (Short actors benefit from this). It also emphasizes a lot of power to the audience. Backgrounds of love angle shots are normally the sky or ceiling of the scene. These types of shots tend to inspire fear and insecurity to the viewer, who is psychologically dominated by the object/character.
Oblique/Canted Angle
Often in oblique/canted angles, the camera is tilted. This is suggesting to the viewer a view of imbalance, transition and instability. This exact type of angle is very common in horror/thriller movies. It is also used to suggest point of view shots to the audience - creating suspense.
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