Why movies are moving from 24 to 48 fps

ifasmile · 06-23-12 at 09:01 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by MeBeJedi

Actually, I had...

As such, both are still theories. Not that I mind using Wiki for basic research, but this section obviously just barely touches on the subject. Regardless of the physiological aspect, this section refers to the "reverse motion" phenomena as occuing under normal light conditions - no strobe effect, and no film- or video-framerate issues involved.

...... rest of the original post, shorten for easier reading....

Now, while being able to discern a silhouette in 1/200th of a second is nice, there's a world of difference between showing that single frame, and showing a highly detailed 2-hour color movie at such a framerate (not to mention the expense in storing so much footage, even in digital form, or downconverting such a film to video. The law of diminishing returns certainly comes to mind in this situation.)

Hello,
apart the original post, very interesting and detailed comment if I may say, I especially appreciate all the links you gave us to understand the different theories (always like "live" samples/examples)

Also appreciate your further answers, moderated in terms and in wide perpective thinking, in your different replies, concerning this thread !
Anyway thank you, and smiles from Geneva, Switzerland

ps sorry, I did a mistake not quoting and answering in the same time, so double post...

Alumni · 06-26-12 at 04:39 AM

Even if this new format becomes popular, it will likely remain a preference and not a standard... in the same way that some people like to watch 3D films and others don't. 48 fps shouldn't be marketed as a replacement, rather an alternative.

Jedi · 06-30-12 at 02:31 PM

i've seen a glimpse of 48fps...and it really SU*KS ! its like the movie was recorded on a camcorder or looking at a news channel

**Leito1987** · 06-30-12 at 03:21 PM

my tv automatically adds frames so im used to it =P samsung, i dont wanna go back to 24 but thats personal pref

evaevers · 06-30-12 at 05:04 PM

It was developed to take advantage of Sandy Bridges' DRM (Digital Rights Management) capabilitles. Sandy Bridge is the codename for a microarchitecture developed by Intel beginning in 2005 for CPUs (from the wiki). DRM means remote control of your computer. The higher framing allocates new copyright schemes, which will enable remote reporting and shutoff.

The DRM was the only reason I built a AMD x6 when I upgraded.

06-26-12 at 04:39 AM	#44
Alumni Novice Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Australia Posts: 215	Even if this new format becomes popular, it will likely remain a preference and not a standard... in the same way that some people like to watch 3D films and others don't. 48 fps shouldn't be marketed as a replacement, rather an alternative. Last edited by Alumni; 06-26-12 at 04:41 AM.

06-23-12 at 09:01 AM	#43
ifasmile Newcomer Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Geneva, Switzerland Posts: 3	Quote: Originally Posted by MeBeJedi Actually, I had... As such, both are still theories. Not that I mind using Wiki for basic research, but this section obviously just barely touches on the subject. Regardless of the physiological aspect, this section refers to the "reverse motion" phenomena as occuing under normal light conditions - no strobe effect, and no film- or video-framerate issues involved. ...... rest of the original post, shorten for easier reading.... Now, while being able to discern a silhouette in 1/200th of a second is nice, there's a world of difference between showing that single frame, and showing a highly detailed 2-hour color movie at such a framerate (not to mention the expense in storing so much footage, even in digital form, or downconverting such a film to video. The law of diminishing returns certainly comes to mind in this situation.) Hello, apart the original post, very interesting and detailed comment if I may say, I especially appreciate all the links you gave us to understand the different theories (always like "live" samples/examples) Also appreciate your further answers, moderated in terms and in wide perpective thinking, in your different replies, concerning this thread ! Anyway thank you, and smiles from Geneva, Switzerland ps sorry, I did a mistake not quoting and answering in the same time, so double post...

06-30-12 at 02:31 PM	#45
Jedi Master Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Dagobah Posts: 1,129	i've seen a glimpse of 48fps...and it really SU*KS ! its like the movie was recorded on a camcorder or looking at a news channel

06-30-12 at 03:21 PM	#46
Leito1987 Expert Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Holland Posts: 881	my tv automatically adds frames so im used to it =P samsung, i dont wanna go back to 24 but thats personal pref

06-30-12 at 05:04 PM	#47
evaevers Newcomer Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 69	It was developed to take advantage of Sandy Bridges' DRM (Digital Rights Management) capabilitles. Sandy Bridge is the codename for a microarchitecture developed by Intel beginning in 2005 for CPUs (from the wiki). DRM means remote control of your computer. The higher framing allocates new copyright schemes, which will enable remote reporting and shutoff. The DRM was the only reason I built a AMD x6 when I upgraded.