Production-Ready Calculators
The filmmaker's toolkit, instantly accessible
Free, client-side calculators for depth of field, exposure, audio, production planning, budgeting, distribution, and more. No sign-up required. No data leaves your browser.
Tools by Category
Every calculator a production needs, organized by workflow.
Camera & Technical
Exposure, aspect ratio, field of view, and core optical calculations for any camera setup.
4 tools
Camera & Lens Decision
Compare lenses, crop factors, and sensor formats to make informed gear choices before the shoot.
8 tools
Time & Motion
Slow motion, time lapse, and frame rate tools for precise control of how time reads on screen.
2 tools
Storage & Media
Estimate drive space, data rates, and media requirements before and during a shoot.
2 tools
Production & Planning
Call sheet math, crew size estimates, schedule planning, and on-set logistics tools.
11 tools
Finance & Distribution
Revenue forecasts, distribution deal models, and budget calculators for independent productions.
7 tools
Audio & Music
Sync, tempo, and music licensing tools for editors and sound designers.
8 tools
Utility
Unit converters, quick references, and general-purpose tools for everyday production use.
1 tool
Popular Tools
The most-used calculators across pre-production and post.
Depth of Field
Calculate near/far focus limits and total depth of field for any sensor, lens, and aperture combination.
Slow Motion
Calculate playback duration and slowdown factor from capture frame rate and timeline frame rate.
Storage & Footage
Estimate storage requirements based on codec, resolution, frame rate, and shoot duration.
Revenue Forecast
Project revenue over time across theatrical, streaming, and home video windows.
Exposure / Shutter / Focal Length
Compute exposure values, shutter angle to shutter speed conversions, and reciprocal focal length.
Time Lapse
Determine interval, total shots, and resulting clip length for time-lapse sequences.
Latest from the Blog
Guides and deep-dives on filmmaking craft, gear, and business.
Understanding Depth of Field: A Practical Guide
Depth of field is one of the most powerful storytelling tools available to a cinematographer. Learn how sensor size, aperture, and focal length interact to create the look you want.
Codec and Storage Planning for Production
Before you roll, make sure you have enough media. This guide breaks down bitrates, codecs, and how to plan storage for any production size.
Film Distribution Deals Explained
MGs, fee structures, expense caps, and revenue waterfalls---understanding distribution math is essential for any independent producer.
Time Lapse Techniques for Filmmakers
From golden hour sunsets to construction progress, time-lapse adds a dimension of time to your visual storytelling.
Popular Reads
The articles filmmakers come back to again and again.
Understanding Depth of Field: A Practical Guide
Depth of field is one of the most powerful storytelling tools available to a cinematographer. Learn how sensor size, aperture, and focal length interact to create the look you want.
Codec and Storage Planning for Production
Before you roll, make sure you have enough media. This guide breaks down bitrates, codecs, and how to plan storage for any production size.
Industry Directory
Curated lists of guilds, festivals, schools, studios, and more.
Guilds
Major film industry guilds and unions representing writers, directors, actors, and crew.
10 entries
Film Festivals
Prestigious and emerging film festivals worldwide for premieres, networking, and distribution opportunities.
10 entries
Film Awards
Major awards ceremonies and industry honors recognizing excellence in filmmaking.
10 entries
Film Schools
Leading film schools and university programs worldwide for aspiring filmmakers.
10 entries
Film Scholarships
Scholarships, fellowships, and financial aid opportunities for film students and emerging filmmakers.
10 entries
Film Studios
Major film studios, production companies, and independent studios shaping cinema worldwide.
10 entries