Whether it’s a corporate, social media, or documentary, it’s a great idea to use time-lapse videos; it makes your video creative and keeps our viewers engaged and entertained. It gives a video a creative edge and distinguishes it from competitors and other videos.
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Why are Time-lapse Videos Important?
It looks good and adds depth to the video, but editors find this a handy way to do transitions, from daytime to night-time or from scene to scene. It is a pleasing way to go from one location to another. It can also show the viewers that some time has passed before entering the stage.
WHY DO WE USE TIME LAPSE?
Time-lapse is when you film a specific thing over a more extended period, then it is sped up, so the viewer can see what happens over time without having to view it in standard time.
When is a Good Time To Use it?
Time-lapse videos help throughout the video. There are a lot of different options that you can use. Sunrise and sunset move clouds throughout the day. We generally overlook it, but when you see it quickly, it is something rather beautiful.
It is important to remember that this type of video can be time-consuming, depending on what you are after. To capture the full effect, you need to capture the whole process so that we get the entire series of events.
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Here are some excellent examples of when you could use time-lapse in your video
- Traffic movement can give the viewer an estimate of the number of people traveling in these areas.
- Busy walkways – gives the viewer a good idea of the number of people using those walkways.
- Ice melting is a process that takes time, so it is nice to see that you can see the full effect quickly.
- Sunrise and sunset –an excellent way to symbolize that a day or two or three days have passed.
- Clouds moving – here, you get to see the lovely patterns and colors of the sky throughout the day sped up, which makes you appreciate it more.
- Engineering is working on something – not something you want to see happening in real-time, as it could be rather dull.
- Artist painting – again, people are after the result.
- Setting up a production set – it’s nice to see how much work goes into it.
- Flower blooming – this takes time days, weeks, or even months.
- Construction work – some constructions can take months or even years, so it is nice to see the result in minutes.
Are there any disadvantages?
One of the disadvantages is the power source. Some batteries are to-go pros, and other cameras will run out of battery life and need to be changed. This process could mean losing time if you need to change it immediately. Another will be if there is a technical error that could cause filming to stop.
Related: Time-lapse videos used for B-Roll
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