Sony A6400: How to Create Timelapse Videos with Slow & Quick Motion Mode

Switching to Slow & Quick Motion Mode

• 💡 To begin creating a timelapse, you must first switch your Sony A6400 from manual mode to the Slow & Quick Motion mode.

Adjusting Frame Rate Settings

• ⚙️ Access the camera's menu and navigate to the 'Movie' section to find the Slow & Quick settings.
• ⏱️ The 'Record Setting' determines the playback speed (e.g., 25 frames per second), while the 'Frame Rate' setting dictates how many frames are captured per second.
• 🚀 For a slow-motion effect, the frame rate should be higher than the record setting (e.g., 100 FPS record setting with 25 FPS frame rate).
• ⏳ To create a timelapse effect, set the frame rate to be lower than the record setting (e.g., 6 frames per second with a 25 FPS record setting).

Recording and Reviewing Timelapse

• ▶️ Once settings are adjusted, press the record button to start capturing your timelapse footage.
• 🏃 The camera will record at the specified low frame rate, allowing for fast playback.
• 🎬 After stopping recording, review the footage to see the time-lapse effect, where motion appears significantly faster.

Tips for Effective Timelapses

• 📉 For a more pronounced timelapse effect, consider setting the frame rate even lower, such as three, two, or one frame per second.
• ⚡ This lower frame rate will result in a higher 'quick motion' multiplier, making the final video appear much faster.