You don’t need to become a filmmaker to use video.

This page is a simple guide to help you remember what we covered at the 2026 FotoClave Conference and give you the basics you need to start creating your own videos.

Add motion to your photography

Photography captures moments.
Video captures time.

When you combine the two, you can tell deeper stories.

Frame Rate (fps)

Frame rate is how many images are recorded each second.

• 24 fps — cinematic look
• 30 fps — natural, everyday motion
• 60+ fps — used for slow motion

Capture vs Playback

Slow motion works like this:

Capture at 60 fps → playback at 30 fps = 2x slow motion
Capture at 120 fps → playback at 30 fps = 4x slow motion

180° Rule

Shutter speed controls how motion looks.

Use the 180° rule:

• 30 fps → 1/60 shutter
• 60 fps → 1/120 shutter
• 120 fps → 1/240 shutter

This gives motion a natural look.