Frameraten

Frameraten is a term commonly used in German-language discussions of moving images to denote the number of frames displayed each second. The concept corresponds to the English terms frame rate or frames per second (fps) and is used to describe the temporal resolution of video, film, and computer graphics.

Etymology and usage: The word Frameraten combines frame with the plural suffix -en in German. It is typically used when comparing different media, devices, or settings that affect how smoothly motion is presented, and it is interchangeable with the English term frame rate in bilingual contexts.

Technical aspects: Frameraten are measured in frames per second. Common values include 24 fps for cinema, 30 fps for standard video, and 60 fps for many online videos and games. Some contexts use higher rates such as 120 or 144 fps for gaming or high-speed capture. Variable frame rate (VFR) adjusts the rate over time based on content or bandwidth.

Impact and considerations: Higher frameraten can produce smoother motion and reduced motion blur but require greater processing power, storage, and bandwidth. The choice of frameraten interacts with shutter speed, exposure, and compression, influencing perceived realism and latency in interactive applications.

Applications: In production, camera settings, edit suites, and streaming platforms reference frameraten when planning shooting schedules and encoding. Cinema traditionally adheres to 24 fps, while broadcast and gaming often aim for 30–60 fps or higher, depending on creative and technical requirements. See also: frame rate, FPS, motion blur.