Data Calculator

How to Use the Video Data Calculator

Video Data Calculator

1. Select your resolution and frame rate. Choose the video format you’ll be recording in (e.g., 1080p 30fps, 4K 24fps, 8K 60fps).
2. Pick the codec or compression type. Different codecs (ProRes, DNxHR, RAW, H.264, HEVC, etc.) produce different data rates.
3. Enter your expected recording duration. Input how long you plan to shoot in minutes or hours.
4. (Optional) Add your media card or drive capacity to see how much time fits on a single card.
5. Click Calculate to instantly see the bitrate, file size, and recording time per card/drive.

Tip: Always budget at least 20–30% extra storage for safety, and remember to plan for backups (1 master copy + 2 safety copies is industry standard).

Photo Data Calculator

How to Use the Photo Data Calculator

1. Select your camera model or file type. Different cameras and formats (RAW, JPEG, TIFF, HEIF) produce different average file sizes.
2. Enter your megapixel count or average file size. If your camera isn’t listed, you can input an estimated file size per photo.
3. Choose your memory card or drive capacity. Enter the size of your SD card, CFexpress card, or external storage (e.g., 64 GB, 256 GB, 1 TB).
4. Enter the number of images or shooting duration. For event photographers, you can estimate based on how many photos you expect to take.
5. Click Calculate to instantly see how many images will fit on your card, how much storage you’ll need for a shoot, and how many cards to bring.

💡 Tip: Always plan for extra card space — especially if shooting RAW or bursts — and remember that dual-slot cameras often record duplicates for safety, effectively doubling storage requirements.