FrameCalculator

If you're in search of a timecode software that allows for expression-based calculations, the Pomfort FrameCalculator is worth checking out. With this software, you don't have to input your calculations linearly; instead, you can enter and edit a full expression using several functions, including addition and subtraction of timecodes and frame numbers, multiplication of timecodes with rational numbers, division of timecodes into fractions, and the conversion of timecodes to frame numbers and back.

The Pomfort FrameCalculator currently supports mixed-use of video, film, drop, and non-drop time code formats with the respective frame rates. Mixing film material of different time code formats can be achieved on a time base and frame base, so the Frame Calculator supports both calculation methods. For example, 10 minutes of 24 fps material added to 10 min of 25 fps material would result in 20 minutes' worth of time code in "preserve time" mode, but in a slightly different value in the "preserve frames" mode, where the frame counts are simply added and interpreted in the chosen frame rate.

One standout feature of the Pomfort FrameCalculator is its ability to convert the result time value of your calculation into disk space usage or transfer time for a selected image format and network connection. This means FrameCalculator can tell you approximately how many Giga- or Terabytes of data you'll need for a particular transfer, as well as how long a transfer of this data will take over the given network connection. Additionally, you can use the software to estimate the footage of film that would be needed for the given result of different film materials, providing you with a range of options and configurations for your project.

Overall, key features of the FrameCalculator include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and nested brackets. However, there are some limitations that can be removed by purchasing a license.