What is Shutter Angle? #camera

You can take your videography from amateur to pro when you understand how shutter angle affects your footage. Shutter angle comes from film cameras. Film cameras have a rotating disc that controls the exposure of each frame. The amount of exposure that the disc allows is measured in degrees. 180° being the standard. At this point, you’re probably wondering how does this relate to the shutter speed you already know and love. Here’s a simple list: If you’re shooting at 24 fps: 360° = 1/24 180° = 1/48 144° = 1/60 72° = 1/120 If you’re shooting at 30 fps: 360° = 1/30 180° = 1/60 120° = 1/90 90° = 1/120 Here’s the equation you’ll need to make your own calculations: Shutter Angle = (Shutter Speed x Frame Rate x 360) Like most rules, the 180° degree rule is meant to be broken. Filmmakers like use different shutter angles to evoke different emotions. The larger the angle the more motion blur you will introduce to the footage. The smaller the angle, the sharper and gritty the footage becomes. Let me know what you think in the comments. Was this helpful?