What Is Frame Rate? 24fps vs 30fps vs 60fps Explained Simply

Enjoy this FREE lesson from our premium Cinematography Course. Join the full course here: https://www.videoschool.com/VSOCINEMATOGRAPHY What’s this lesson about? Frame rate is one of the most important — and misunderstood — settings in video and cinematography. It directly affects how motion looks, how “cinematic” your footage feels, and whether slow motion works smoothly or looks choppy. In this lesson, you’ll learn exactly what frame rate is, how it works, and when to use different frame rates like 24fps, 30fps, and 60fps. What you’ll learn: • What frame rate (FPS) actually means • Why movies use 24fps and TV often uses 30fps • How frame rate affects motion and realism • The difference between cinematic and broadcast looks • How slow motion works (and why higher FPS matters) • Common frame rate options like 23.98, 29.97, and 59.94 • How to choose the right frame rate for your project