Time-Lapse
Shooting Time-Lapse Video
Time-lapse photography is a technique where the frequency at which film frames are captured is much lower than that used to view the sequence. When played at normal speed, time appears to be moving faster.
Key Settings
- Interval: The time wait between each shot. Clouds: 3-5 sec. Stars: 20-30 sec. Crowds: 1-2 sec.
- Frame Rate: Standard video is 24fps or 30fps.
- Clip Length: How long you want the final video to be.
The Math
If you want a 10-second video at 24 fps, you need 240 photos.
If interval is 5 seconds, Shooting Duration = 240 * 5 = 1200 seconds (20 minutes).
FAQ
Why use manual mode?
To avoid "flicker". If the camera auto-adjusts white balance or exposure between frames, the final video will strobe.