Stand at an overlook and a wide frame can show why a place matters. A tighter frame from the same position can show what drew your eye in the first place. Plan both before you start recording.
Start with the setting
Look for three layers: something near the camera, a clear subject and a distant background. For a river crossing, that might mean reeds, a boat and the opposite bank. Hold the wide shot long enough for the viewer to understand how those layers fit together.
Pick one detail
Switch to the medium tele camera and follow a single detail, such as the boat moving past the bank. Keep the horizon level and leave space in the direction of travel. When you edit, cut from the wide view to the tighter view while the boat is still moving.