Creating a stunning timelapse requires precise math. How often should you take a photo? How many photos do you need for a 10-second clip? Our Timelapse Calculator answers these questions instantly. Just input your event duration (e.g., 2 hours of sunset) and desired output length, and we'll tell you the exact intervalometer settings.
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Timelapse Calculator - Interval & Duration
Settings
Pro Tip
For smooth clouds, try an interval of 2-5 seconds. for people walking, 1-2 seconds. For stars, 20-30 seconds.
Results
Shooting Interval
15.0 seconds
Set your intervalometer to take a photo every 15.0 seconds.
Total Photos
240
Storage Needed
4.7 GB
Timelapse Interval Calculator
Calculate the perfect shooting interval, clip duration, and storage needs for your timelapse videos. Essential for photographers and filmmakers.
1
Event Duration
Estimate how long the real-world event will last (e.g., 2 hours).
2
Clip Length
Decide how long you want the final video to be (e.g., 10 seconds).
3
Frame Rate
Choose your video frame rate (usually 24fps or 30fps).
4
Get Settings
The calculator will show you the shooting interval and total photos needed.
Key Features
Interval Calculator
Finds the exact seconds to set on your intervalometer based on event length.
Storage Estimator
Calculates total storage required in GB so you don't run out of card space.
Clip Duration
Determines how long your final video will be at 24fps, 30fps, or 60fps.
Frequently Asked Questions
For fast-moving clouds, 1-3 seconds is good. For slow-moving clouds, try 5-10 seconds.
At 24fps (cinematic standard), you need 24 photos for every 1 second of video.
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