Free timelapse calculator to work out real-world recording time in a few simple steps.
How Long Does Your Timelapse Capture?
Maybe you forgot, or maybe you never checked. Now you have a short video and you want to know how long you really recorded for. Well you’re in luck because all you need to do is use this free tool ⬇️.
Use the free Timelapse Duration Calculator
Example
A 10-second timelapse at 30FPS with a 2-second interval is:
- 300 frames
- 600 seconds recorded in real time (10 minutes)
The Formula
It’s simple really
Real Time = Video Length x FPS x Interval
Small FAQ
How long should my timelapse be? Most are ~5-15 seconds, but it really depends on the subject.
What FPS should I use? 24 or 30FPS is standard.
What interval should I use?
- For fast movement: 1-3 seconds
- For slow movement: 5 seconds+
But if you can’t remember any of these I’d recommend recording a timelapse with Tau. You won’t need to remember any of these details with Tau.