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Resources for frame rate guidelines
Can anybody refer me to any resouces, books articles or such, for guidelines for shooting at various frame rates. I am going to be shooting a variety of subjects with motion and want to do some “motion effects” but am looking for some guidelines to help narrow the range of what I am shooting.
For example, if I am going to shoot a ballet dancer, what will the basic differences be betwen 12, 24 & 48 fps. Also what will the “motion effect” at these various rates look like if I slow down or speed up the footage in post?
I also plan on shooting traffic, sports and some nature footage.
Any thoughts or references are appreciated.
J
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There is no “correct” answer; you’re talking about art. Your own preference rules.
Fortunately, you can see, in real time, the effect of all under-cranked shots on the monitor or LCD as you shoot. This is also true of over-cranking if you are not going to slow motion the footage. What you see with the VariCam is exactly what you get.
For dance, I frequently use 4 fps, but you should simply rack through the rates and use what seems right for the trail effect and tempo you want.
Good shooting!
Leo
Director/Cinematographer
Southeast USA
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