23.98fps vs 24fps?

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23.98fps vs 24fps?

Hi there,

We shot a project with the DVX100 using the 24P Advanced mode.

I'm currently digitizing the clips into my Mac. However, there are two timeline settings, one at 23.98fps and another at 24fps.

What is the difference and which one do I choose?

Thanks for the help.

PowerMac G5, Mac OS X (10.4.3)

Posted on Dec 24, 2005 11:17 PM

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Shane Ross

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Dec 24, 2005 11:47 PM in response to Postedit

You want 23.98. 24fps is for going directly to film, frame for frame. And it is for working with film original footage that you intend on exporting cut lists and cutting the negative. 23.98 is the frame rate for video work.

Why 23.98? Intending on outputting to HD or DVD only? If you intend on exporting to DV tape, it is always best to shoot 24p and work at 29.97, as that is the rate of DV.

And what are you doing working on a Christmas eve/day? Stop this and open some presents!

Shane

"There's no need to fear, UNDERDOG is here!"

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Postedit Author

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Dec 24, 2005 11:56 PM in response to Shane Ross

Thanks a bundle Shane!

Yes, I will go open some presents. 🙂

Merry Christmas.

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Dec 25, 2005 1:04 PM in response to Postedit

Shoot advanced, edit in a 23.98fps timeline. Why 23.98fps rather than 24.00fps? Well, NTSC video is really 29.97fps not 30fps, so all other frame rates recorded on NTSC video tape have to be similarly fractional.

Graeme

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Dec 25, 2005 8:52 PM in response to Shane Ross

PRESENTS!

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