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Shutter Speed Calculator
The oldest rule in photography is that the safe handheld shutter speed is one over the focal length, and it needs adjusting for crop sensors. Fast-moving subjects need a separate calculation based on how far they travel during the exposure.
How it works
Focal length
Crop factor
Image stabilisation
Subject speed
Subject distance
Acceptable blur
Safe handheld shutter speed
Rule of thumb value
Shutter to freeze the subject
Recommended shutter speed
Stops gained from stabilisation
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the Shutter Speed Calculator?
Fill in the fields above โ the result recalculates instantly as you type. Everything runs in your browser, so the values you enter are never collected or stored.
Is this calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, requires no account, and works on phones, tablets and desktops.