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Frames to Timecode Calculator
Convert frame numbers to SMPTE timecode format
About SMPTE Timecode
SMPTE timecode is a standard for labeling individual frames of video or film material. It provides a unique address for each frame in the form of hours:minutes:seconds:frames. This calculator converts frame numbers to timecode format for various frame rates used in video production.
Common Frame Rate Examples
Frame 1800 at 24 fps
→ 00:01:15:00 (1 minute 15 seconds)
Frame 2700 at 30 fps
→ 00:01:30:00 (1 minute 30 seconds)
Frame 90000 at 25 fps
→ 01:00:00:00 (1 hour exactly)
Frame 107892 at 29.97 fps
→ 01:00:00:00 (1 hour exactly)
Timecode Conversion Tips
- Drop Frame: 29.97 fps uses drop frame timecode to maintain sync with real time
- Film Rates: 23.976 and 24 fps are common for cinematic content
- Broadcast Standards: 25 fps for PAL, 29.97 fps for NTSC
- High Frame Rates: 60+ fps for slow motion and high-speed capture
- Frame Counting: Frame numbers start from 0, not 1
- Timecode Format: Always use HH:MM:SS:FF format for consistency
Frame Rate Standards and Applications
| Frame Rate | Standard | Common Uses | Frames per Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23.976 fps | Film (24p) | Cinema, streaming | 86,313.6 |
| 24 fps | Film | Cinema, film production | 86,400 |
| 25 fps | PAL | European TV, broadcast | 90,000 |
| 29.97 fps | NTSC | US TV, broadcast | 107,892 |
| 30 fps | Progressive | Web video, gaming | 108,000 |
| 50 fps | PAL Progressive | European HD, sports | 180,000 |
| 59.94 fps | NTSC Progressive | US HD, sports | 215,784 |
| 60 fps | High Frame Rate | Gaming, slow motion | 216,000 |