1080p (Full HD) at 30 fps with Apple ProRes: What You Need to Know
Streaming or recording at 1080p (Full HD) resolution and 30 fps with the Apple ProRes codec? Here is everything you need to know about file sizes, bitrates, and recommended bandwidth.
Full HD at 1080p is the most widely adopted resolution for online video. It strikes the ideal balance between visual clarity and manageable file sizes, making it the default for platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and Vimeo. This resolution is particularly favored by corporate video producers and online educators.
At 30 frames per second, video appears smooth and natural for most content types. It is the default for the vast majority of online video platforms and provides excellent compatibility across all devices.
The Apple ProRes codec offers exceptional editing performance with minimal quality loss, designed for post-production workflows. ProRes is an intra-frame codec, meaning each frame is independently compressed. This makes scrubbing and editing buttery smooth but results in much larger files. It is a production codec, not a delivery codec.
With these settings, a 10-minute clip weighs approximately 581.36 MB, while a full hour reaches 3.41 GB. You will need a minimum upload speed of 12.2 Mbps for reliable streaming. The total video bitrate for this configuration is 8.0 Mbps.