What is frame rate?
Frame rate refers to the number of individual frames (images) displayed per second in a video. It’s measured in frames per second (FPS).
The higher the frame rate, the smoother the video appears, especially in fast-moving scenes.
What frame rate should I use?
24 FPS is the standard for movies, 30 FPS is used in TV broadcasts, and 60 FPS is typically used for gaming and high-definition videos to achieve smoother motion.
Check out our guide to understanding and choosing the right frame rates for you.
Which is better: 30 FPS or 60 FPS?
60 FPS is smoother and better for fast-moving scenes and high-definition videos, while 30 FPS is sufficient for most videos you’ll see online and on television.
Is 120 FPS good?
Yes, 120 FPS means ultra-smooth motion, ideal for getting the most out of slow-motion shots and fast-paced action scenes.
Is 1080p 60 FPS good or 4K 30 FPS?
4K 30 FPS offers higher resolution, while 1080p 60 FPS provides smoother motion. Choose the FPS based on whether you prioritize resolution or smoothness of motion.
Why is 60 FPS darker than 30 FPS?
60 FPS appears darker because it has a faster shutter speed, meaning less light hits the sensor than 30 FPS.
How to change the frame rate on Riverside
Before a studio session
- Log in to your Riverside account.
- Select your Production.
- Hover over your Studio, click •••, and select "Settings."
- In "Recording," find "Participant video recording."
- Choose 24 FPS, 25 FPS, or 29.97 FPS.
Future recordings in this studio use the new frame rate.
During a studio session
- Join a studio session as the Host or as a Producer.
- Find Settings at the top of the page and click on it.
- Hit Recording.
- Scroll to Participant video recording.
- Next to Frame rate, click 24 FPS, 25 FPS, or 29.97 FPS.
Future recordings in this studio use the new frame rate.
Note: You can only change the frame rate before you start recording.
