What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
filming
Example
The crew spent the day filming scenes for the new movie. [filming: gerund or present participle]
Example
I'm interested in learning more about the art of filming and video production. [filming: noun]
shooting
Example
He enjoys shooting landscapes and nature photography. [shooting: gerund or present participle]
Example
The police were called to investigate a shooting in the downtown area. [shooting: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Filming is more commonly used than shooting in the context of video production, while shooting is more commonly used in the context of photography or firearms.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between filming and shooting?
Both filming and shooting can be used in formal and informal contexts, but filming may be more commonly used in the film industry and other creative fields, which tend to have a more formal tone.
