Commons:Featured video criteria

Featured video pages:

Featured video criteria[edit]

The following characteristics should be considered for nominating video:

File format: Video is compressed using Theora or Webm, for digital videos is at least 1280x720 pixels or equivalent, for older videos is at least 640x480 pixels.
Stable image: Video is not excessively shaky and appears to have been shot using a tripod or other stabilizing device.
Composition and camera movement: The style of these videos are intended to be simple and clean. No quick zooms or handheld walk-throughs. Any movement within the frame (panning, tilting, or zooming) should be done slowly so that the viewer is able to focus on the detail of the images.
Visual clarity of subject: Main subject of the video as well as specific shots should be in-focus and well lit (not over or under exposed). Compression quality should also be considered, with the video appearing to be clear and free of pixelated video that may be the result of choosing a low compression quality.
Highly illustrative: The video should have a focus and clearly represent a characteristic of the subject.
Free of distractions: Video does not contain noise or images that distract viewer from primary subject.
Color: Should not be over or under saturated.
Audio: If there is narration or relevant ambient noise, it should be at a consistent level throughout the duration of the video. Captions in the video's original language are recommended, but not required.

See Category:Featured videos for previously Featured videos.