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The results provided by our BRAW, ProRes, DNxHD, and H.264 calculators are intended to assist filmmakers and production professionals in estimating storage requirements and data rates. They do not constitute professional technical advice. Before making any significant production decisions or purchasing hardware based on these calculations, you should consult with the relevant hardware manufacturers (e.g., Blackmagic Design, Apple, Avid) and perform your own real-world tests.
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Accuracy of Calculations
While our calculators are based on official technical specifications, several real-world factors can influence actual file sizes and data rates, including:
•Scene Complexity: Especially in “Constant Quality” (Q0, Q1, Q3, Q5) modes, the amount of detail and motion in a shot will cause bitrates to fluctuate.
•Metadata and Audio: Our calculators focus on video data. Additional audio tracks and extensive metadata can add to the total file size.
•Formatting and File Systems: Different drive formats (HFS+, exFAT, APFS) have different overheads that can affect available storage space.
•Camera Firmware: Updates to camera firmware can sometimes alter codec behavior and data rates.
Recommendation: We always recommend adding a 20-30% safety buffer to any storage calculation to account for these variables and additional production needs.
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