Frames to Timecode Calculator

Convert video frame numbers to timecode format (HH:MM:SS:FR) for video production

Convert Frames to Timecode

Total number of frames from the beginning of the video

Frames per second of your video

Timecode Result

00:00:00:00
HH:MM:SS:FR Format
00
Hours
00
Minutes
00
Seconds
00
Frames

Total time: 0 seconds (0.00 minutes)

Frame rate: 24 fps

Frame position: Frame 0 of video sequence

Frame Rate Guidelines

24 fps: Standard cinema frame rate, provides natural motion blur
25 fps: PAL video standard used in Europe, Australia, and Asia
29.97/30 fps: NTSC video standard used in North America and Japan
60 fps: High frame rate for smooth motion and slow motion capability

Example Calculations

Cinema Example (24 fps)

Frame 1000: 00:00:41:16

Calculation: 1000 ÷ 24 = 41.67 seconds = 41 seconds + 16 frames

Use case: Finding specific scenes in movie footage

TV Production Example (30 fps)

Frame 25015: 00:13:53:25

Calculation: 25015 ÷ 30 = 833.83 seconds = 13 min 53 sec + 25 frames

Use case: Video editing and post-production timing

Timecode Format

HH:MM:SS:FR
Standard Timecode Format
H

Hours

00-23 format

M

Minutes

00-59 format

S

Seconds

00-59 format

F

Frames

Depends on frame rate

Video Production Tips

Use timecode for precise video editing cuts

Essential for syncing multiple camera angles

Helps mark scene beginnings and endings

Critical for professional post-production workflow

Used by camera assistants and editors

Understanding Video Frames and Timecode

What is a Video Frame?

Each video consists of several still images called video frames. When shown in sequence, they create the illusion of moving image. Each frame is displayed for a very short time, such as 1/24 of a second in cinema.

Frame Rate Importance

  • Determines video smoothness and motion quality
  • Affects file size and storage requirements
  • Must match display capabilities for proper playback
  • Critical for post-production workflow planning

What is Timecode?

Timecode is a sequence of numbers that uniquely identifies a specific frame in a video. It's used extensively in video production by camera assistants, editors, and directors to mark scene beginnings, endings, and specific moments.

Professional Applications

  • Scene marking in film and television production
  • Multi-camera synchronization in live events
  • Precise editing cuts in post-production
  • Audio-video synchronization in editing

Conversion Formula

Total Seconds = Floor(Frame Number ÷ Frame Rate)

Remaining Frames = Frame Number % Frame Rate

Hours:Minutes:Seconds:Frames = Convert total seconds to HH:MM:SS format + remaining frames