highframerate

Highframerate, often written as high frame rate (HFR), refers to video or display systems capable of presenting more frames per second than conventional standards. Common maximums include 60 Hz, 120 Hz, and beyond, with many consumer devices supporting 60 or 120 fps and professional workflows reaching 240 fps or higher. HFR can be achieved during capture, with cameras shooting at high fps, or during playback, via displays or processing that deliver extra frames, or through motion interpolation.

In capture, higher shutter speed is often used to avoid blur; more light is needed to maintain exposure; higher frame rates demand more storage and bandwidth. In display, a higher refresh rate is required; interfaces and codecs must support higher data rates.

Benefits include smoother motion and easier perception of fast action, improved ability to perform slow motion without extrapolation, and reduced motion blur. In gaming and virtual reality, high frame rates reduce input latency and provide a more responsive experience. Trade-offs include more demanding hardware, larger file sizes, potential loss of the cinematic look associated with 24 fps, and some viewers may experience motion sickness or eye fatigue if motion appears overly smooth or unnatural.

Applications range from sports broadcasting and action cinema to gaming, VR, and surveillance. Historically, attempts to use higher frame rates in cinema have been controversial; some audiences prefer the traditional 24 fps aesthetic. Standards evolve with display technologies, but there is no universal frame-rate requirement beyond device and content compatibility.