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CAPTURE TIMELAPSE STUDIO

Interrogate and link to any connected webcam, USB camera, or mobile lens on capturetimelapse.com. Estimate frames, record automated time-lapses, and cache sequences permanently in IndexedDB.

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Connect camera hardware above. Tap INITIALIZE SEQUENCE to grant browser permission.

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TERMINAL SETTINGS

SD 480P
640x480
HD 720P
1280x720
FHD 1080P
1920x1080
30 FPS

PROJECT ESTIMATOR

Playback: 30 FPS
EXPECTED FRAMES
259,200
Total still snapshots
EST. DISK SPACE
21.01 GB
Local cache storage
COMPILED DURATION
2h 24m
@30fps

Estimations mapped for 30 days. IndexedDB runs completely inside your browser local cache on capturetimelapse.com, which can store up to hundreds of gigabytes depending on disk free status.

WORKSPACE CACHE

WORKSPACE CACHE STORED COMPLETELY IN INDEXEDDB

NO SAVED SESSIONS FOUND

Select your webcam, choose standard intervals, and start tracking to generate your first frame archive!

Active Filmstrip

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Captured interval frames will appear here in sequential order.

Capture Best Practices

  • Continuous Power: Plug in your computer or mobile device to AC power during long captures.
  • Auto-Sleep Disabled: The tool activates the Screen Wake Lock API automatically.
  • Stable Mounting: Secure the camera firmly to prevent micro-vibrations between frames.
  • Do Not Switch Tabs: Keep this browser tab open to prevent mobile OS background throttling.

Suggested Settings by Time-Lapse Scenario

The most critical parameter in time-lapse cinematography on capturetimelapse.com is the capture interval and playback FPS. An interval that is too fast makes slow events drag on screen, while an interval that is too slow causes jerky, unnatural motion. Below are field-tested settings for various scenarios:

Scenario / Subject Interval Duration FPS Estimated Frames Cinematography Tip
🌱 Plant Growth & Sprouting 5 - 15 min 7 - 14 days 30 FPS 1,000 - 2,000 Use constant artificial LED grow lights to avoid daylight flicker.
🏗️ Construction & Renovation 30s - 2 min 8 hours / day 24 FPS 240 - 960 / day Mount camera to a fixed wall or beam away from machinery vibrations.
🖨️ 3D Printing Build 10 - 20 sec 4 - 8 hours 30 FPS 720 - 1,440 Align camera with print bed Z-axis height for steady build progression.
🌇 Sunsets & Sunrises (Holy Grail) 2 - 4 sec 90 - 120 min 24 FPS 1,350 - 1,800 Keep interval tight (2-3s) so fast cloud motion remains silky smooth.
🚗 City Traffic & Pedestrians 1 sec 15 - 30 min 60 FPS 900 - 1,800 Gives an ultra-fluid "miniature world" effect from an elevated viewpoint.
🎨 Artwork & Painting Session 5 - 10 sec 2 - 5 hours 24 FPS 720 - 1,800 Position camera over the artist's non-dominant shoulder to minimize hand shadows.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Workspace Cache store frames?

It saves sequential JPEG frames and session metadata directly into the client browser's IndexedDB database engine on capturetimelapse.com, providing persistent offline storage without cloud latency or server upload limits.

Can I close the browser and resume my session?

Yes! All recorded frames exist in your Workspace Cache. You can load any previous session back into the filmstrip and compile it whenever you want.

How do I connect external USB cameras or DSLRs?

Plug your USB webcam or HDMI-to-USB capture device (Cam Link, Elgato, generic UVC) into your computer. Click REScan or INITIALIZE SEQUENCE to grant browser permission, then choose the device from the input source list.

Are my photos uploaded to external servers?

Never. Capture Timelapse runs 100% client-side inside your browser engine. Captured frames are stored in local memory and encoded directly through HTML5 Canvas and MediaRecorder.