A simple timelapse recorder that captures frames at a configurable interval and compiles them into an MP4 or AVI video using OpenCV and FFmpeg.
This application is an interval-based capture and compile system timelapse recorder that doesn't interfere much with the performance of the device, making it good for art timelapses.
4/14/2026 - New version 1.2.1 that fixes most errors encountered in the previous versions. The newer version now supports high-effeciency codec (H.264) that results in high-quality rendered video timelapses.
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Mode | Full Screen or specific Window |
| Monitor | 1-based monitor index |
| Interval (sec) | Seconds between captures |
| Max Frames | Auto-stop after N frames (0 = unlimited) |
| Playback FPS | Speed of the compiled video (24–30 recommended) |
| Codec | avc1 (H.264, default), mp4v (MPEG-4V), XVID, MJPG |
| Resolution Scale | Downscale captures (saves disk space) |
| Frame Format | PNG (lossless) or JPEG (smaller) |
| JPEG Quality | 1–100, only applies when JPEG is chosen |
| Keep Frames | Whether to retain individual frame images after compiling |
| Auto-Compile | Automatically compile video when stopped |
Note that this app requires administrator privileges to work properly and to avoid compiling issues.
- Tweak your settings inside the application.
- Press RECORD to begin capturing. The app will be minimized in the system tray.
- Optionally PAUSE / RESUME at any time.
- Press STOP and the app compiles the timelapse automatically.
- If progress is lost due to an unexpected interference like a device shutdown, the program in the second startup will automatically save your progress and prompts you to either compile or delete it. If you choose to ignore this and start a new recording session, the data that you recorded before will be overwritten/deleted.
- During recording, the recorder will be minimized in the system tray. You can find it there if you ever need to take a break to pause or to finish your recording session.
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