Shutter Speed Calculator – Find the Right Shutter Speed for Sharp or Blurred Shots
Capture exactly the look you want with our Shutter Speed Calculator. Enter your subject's movement speed and desired effect to calculate the optimal shutter speed — perfect for sports, wildlife, and creative long-exposure photography.
Shutter Speed Results
Enter subject details and click Calculate to see recommendations
Shutter Speed Reference Guide
- 1/1000+: Fast action (sports, birds)
- 1/500: Moderate action (walking, kids)
- 1/250: Slow movement, portraits
- 1/60-1/125: Everyday photography
- 1/30 or slower: Creative motion blur
- 1s+: Long exposure (waterfalls, light trails)
Rule of Thumb: Minimum shutter = 1/focal length (e.g., 1/50s for 50mm lens) to avoid camera shake.
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