Motion Blur

Calculate Motion Blur instantly with the exact formula and a worked example.

Motion Blur

Speed, m/s
1/Shutter
Blur, mm
40
Calculate Motion Blur instantly with the exact formula and a worked example.

More about: Motion Blur

What it calculates

The “Motion Blur” calculator computes Blur, mm from 2 parameters: speed, m/s, 1/shutter.

Used by photographers and videographers when setting up a shoot.

Example calculation

With parameters Speed, m/s = 5, 1/Shutter = 125 the result is 40.

How to use

  1. Enter speed, m/s and 1/shutter — each field above is adjustable with a slider.
  2. Blur, mm is calculated automatically as you type.
  3. Check the worked example below to see the formula applied to real numbers.
  4. Copy the result or bookmark this calculator.

Related calculators

FAQ

How is Motion Blur calculated?
The Motion Blur calculator computes Blur, mm from speed, m/s, 1/shutter. Enter your values above and the exact formula is applied instantly; a worked example with real numbers is shown below.
Is the Motion Blur calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, needs no signup, runs entirely in your browser, and sends no data to any server.

More calculators in this category

Explore related free tools

Podcast Cover SizeFavicon SizesISO EquivalenceExposure CalculatorAperture Stop DifferenceSunny 16 RuleDepth of Field (DoF)Hyperfocal distanceCrop Factor (35mm Equivalent)Field of ViewAspect ratioPixel Density (PPI)