Frame Rates, Explained: Part 1, The Basics

Frame rates are one of the most fundamental ideas to understand when it comes to technical and creative decisions for your films. It's important to know how frame rates work so you know how they'll affect the final film or broadcast. So, what frame rates are typically used? Why is 24 fps the standard for movies? Are higher frame rates better than lower ones? Join Doug for a crash course on the basics of frame rates.

• 0:00 - In This Series
• 0:46 - What Is a Frame Rate?
• 2:21 - Creative Uses of Different Frame Rates
• 3:21 - Is a Higher Frame Rate Always Better?
• 5:28 - The Relationship Between Frame Rate & Shutter
• 7:21 - Editing with Mixed Frame Rate Footage
• 9:13 - Fractional Frame Rates
• 10:20 - Common Frame Rates Chart