iPhone 15 pro max vs $30,000 cinema camera

[@bobbullethalf]

The 15 Pro Max is impressive, we photographers have the world in our pocket and can save so much money.

[@MeltingRecords]

Or we photographers will lose our jobs 😅

[@bobbullethalf]

@@MeltingRecords, maybe not now but I do fear soon.

[@ozarksdigitalcreations9254]

@@MeltingRecords Naah. Unless these phone photographers want to start investing in profoto lights (which is currently the only brand of lighting right now that can trigger with a cellphone) we don't have to worry. While a phone camera can in some ways come close, they're gated by natty light and lights that would cost them as much as a used mirrorless.

[@incubus_the_man]

@@ozarksdigitalcreations9254 Even if you do use lighting, can the phone sync flash, properly meter for external flash? You can shoot completely manual but then you might as well be using a DSLR or Mirrorless. Phones give you decent quality and convenience but If you want precision and control, a dedicated camera is what you need.

[@monsieurgolem3392]

​@@MeltingRecordsno, you still have to know what you are doing.

[@ratnakararumugam2582]

as a film maker, u could simply recommend beginners to go with 15 max pro if a 30k dollars cinematic camera is not possible to afford.

[@incubus_the_man]

It would be better to get a $500 mirrorless or DSLR camera than an iPhone for video. Phones aren't really designed for it. They can shoot great outdoor footage but they lack low light performance. A real camera allows you to use a variety of lenses and you have better control over the exposure. You also get a better log file (or RAW) to work with in post. Comparing the $30K cinema camera to a $1K comments camera or mirrorless would be a better comparison.

[@Tamj_Bty]

It's better to get a Mirrorless camera like the Sony A7iii is one of the best camera's you can buy, It is a hybrid camera that means good for both Photo and Video and it's still cheaper then an iPhone. I guess all the professional photographers at some point have used this camera and it's the best you can get for Beginners.

[@voltage3692]

​@tbraker1916 a7iii is not cheaper than an iphone?

[@Tamj_Bty]

@@voltage3692 it is cheaper. The guy on the top says he recommends iPhone for beginners but I am saying that why don't just buy a proper camera like Sony A7iii which is even cheaper then iPhone.

[@muhamadfadhil2682]

@@incubus_the_manyea but that defeats the point, i mean we’re talking about beginners here…

[@rickbiessman6084]

That final message is so true. And it really becomes obvious when you watch movies that are, say, 100 years old. There are some that hold up SO well till today because they simply have excellent storytelling, and the creators of those movies simply worked with what was available. If they were still alive, they’d put most of us to absolute shame, regardless of the gear. I’m not saying "gear doesn’t matter" because that’s not true, but price tag never equals impact on the viewer.

[@Mope333]

True, I see no 30k differences or even 15k

[@velocity940]

Watching this video 360p be like:what's the difference

[@sarvpriyaadarsh5018]

There were some shots where the iPhone looked better than the cinema camera, to me that's enough to buy it.

[@piotrlisowski2012]

Then you should check your eyes if you think so. Anyway this whole test is lazy and footage looks very mediocre. Just because he added a lot of yellow warm tones with sort of yellow and teal look doesn't mean it's cinematic or looks "pro"

[@Cutsii]

Looks like sponsored to me.

[@foljs5858]

​ @piotrlisowski2012 "Then you should check your eyes if you think so" because you say so, or because "can't be, the price is higher on the other camera and the optics are better"? People don't watch optical specs and price tags, we watch the result. And I also did like some of the iPhone results more. I don't care if the other was sharper or any other such measure-bator concern.

[@foljs5858]

@@Cutsii So? Some shots still looked better.

[@piotrlisowski2012]

@@foljs5858 just because you like something doesn't make it right or a fact. You didn't give any meaningful explanation why you think iPhone looks better in some shots. It's just your opinion. I know exactly why I'm right on this in terms of both technicals and visual aesthetics. What about you?

[@adamszigeti8542]

I think I actually prefer the camera movement of the 30,000$ camera at 6:50 instead of the stabilized footage of the iPhone. It gives a natural motion, it really sells me the feeling of how she's moving fast through the field.

[@maxwelltaylor1360]

Such a great vid. You're one of the best cinematographers, Kyle

[@filmmakerevolution]

I think its great that they now have log footage on, I like to use my phone when on the go as its quick and easy. That being said its still not comparable with my FX3 footage, lol hopefully one day! Cinematic mode looks good sometimes but theres loads of times when the false depth of field looks whack

[@cgspirit17]

with Iphone cinema mode, you can get pretty good results with shallow depth of field which is pretty close to the real pro cam, just sometimes 3X zoom with get fuzzy edges( thats with my 14ProMax)

[@BCE-111]

Thanks Kyle. Another great video. As you pointed out you used the cinema camera LUTS on the iPhone footage. No wonder it was so yellow and the other golden brown. As you also pointed out you need to use Apple ProRes Log LUTS created for the iPhone to achieve optimum results.

[@theplexor8671]

Very good comparison video, would be nice to see a comparison if you rig the iPhone a little bit with an ND and a black mist filter, I’m sure that the gap between the 2 cameras will be even narrower.

[@edwardiii8409]

ND?

[@theplexor8671]

@@edwardiii8409 ND stand for Neutral Density Filter, normally is used to slow the shutter speed down and get a more natural and "cinematic" look or to shoot long exposure photography

[@puszkatech]

He used ND for cinema camera and not for iPhone 🤦🏼‍♂

[@Makashifdev]

*How are we supposed to compare $30k CC with iPhone 15 PM when the bitrate is very low on KZbin. I think if you had zoomed both of the videos simultaneously while you were editing this video in video editing software, we will be able to judge the result of both videos fairly. That's all, Thanks!*

[@hynekvykoukal526]

Exactly. We need both original films and play it on 4k OLED TV to do proper comparison. On youtube, everything looks more or less the same.

[@srtesouza]

So you can really use iphone on youtube and Instagram.

[@zisanahmed8347]

Great as always !

[@HumphreyReacts]

Wow been waiting for a long form video from you forever man. Thank you

[@itskortex]

i was so happy to see that you had a video on what i was looking for :)

[@mikeloco5477]

Put an nd filter on the 15 pro max next time that’s probably why the 15 doesn’t look as good.

[@mickandtrudie]

I loved your last sentence in this film, how true?

[@Chechoo80_80]

cinematic mode is really good on the iphone 15 pro max. You just have to play with the background blur on in the camera settings.

[@SuperSy99]

You can not use iphone in football game to broadcast it on tv.

[@s.tunafish]

I love your message at the end. Really good video!

[@_TheViewer_]

Just heard that the new 28 Years Later Zombie-Movie was shot on iPhone 15 and came here because of that. Because that’s crazy 😂

[@aslanfarrasprasetya7848]

😱

[@Brandon_Barlow]

Great video thanks. And thank you KZbin for delivering it to me in 720p 😂💀

[@paxransom]

Incredible work 🤩

[@Theryvibes]

Just came across your channel because I’m a huge fan boy of apple and photography! Been comparing the quality of different professional cameras and phone cameras. Very excited to see if you’ll do a video on the new iPhone 16 Pro series with the new “Camera Control” button. Which will give iPhones a DSLR feel with a capacitive button that can focus the camera and etc. Think this year may be a game changer!

[@Theryvibes]

Hope to hear from you!

[@MidnightParadox1]

The dreamy look is definitely easier to get with a cinema camera, but the iphone imo could've looked better if you used an ND filter and shot in a professional camera app such as the Black Magic camera app, where you can control a lot more of your settings instead of leaving everything to auto

[@peterplantec7911]

Kyle, this was well thought out and presented. I think you closing statement is spot on. It’s more about the artist than the brush.

[@Digital.Snorlax]

What was that tripod he had for his iPhone and where do I get it?

[@MotoMatt418]

I could tell instantly which one was iPhone. The colors are beautiful, but the digital “crunchiness” of the iPhone is hard to unsee. The future is bright for mobile filmmaking though.

[@legniak1]

Looks this good using the native app, imagine how footage would look using an app like black magic cam with a Cinebloom filter 😮 great video 👍🏻

[@andyinwards2119]

If apple could just lighten up on the post-process sharpening it does, or give us a de-sharpening setting in the app, then it would pretty much be perfect vanilla footage to work with. Thanks for the video

[@briantulloch7222]

Can’t the contrast on the iphone be toned down , exposure slightly decreased and a little more saturation adjusted before rolling?

[@BrokeVetGarage]

I’m a small channel but my b roll definitely needs stability. I just ordered the 15 pro max today. I have been using a 12 pro max and it just isn’t good enough. I’m excited to get this in a couple days :) thanks for the video.

[@sergiochaparro94]

I loved the last message at the end of the video 😊

[@VK-qf4qi]

$30k cinema camera cannot make calls 😞

[@MrRecentlyUpdated]

Great vid bro, awesome job

[@alexm8]

where did you go to film the cinema camera test? It is beautiful

[@James.576]

Ive always wondered how to achieve that slow mo but not slow mo footage

[@Gyansagarpatel]

It's depends upon perspective of uses

[@amitkamblepersonal]

great video buddy... where did you get your magnetic tripod for iphone?

[@MaksMysli]

Just search for "Peak Design mobile tripod"

[@ilikebobies]

Quick question, are you using the “Action Mode” for the iPhones moving shots? Also Cinematic Mode I’ve noticed looks closer to the 30,000 camera specifically if you switched to cinematic for that close up hand shot.

[@talashk615]

Yes u should

[@ParanormalKid97]

Where did you get the phone case tripod? I can't find it anywhere.

[@MaksMysli]

Just search for "Peak Design mobile tripod"

[@MagMirror]

Love the creativity in this video! MagMirror could elevate your setup by providing real-time screen mirroring for precise framing and adjustable LED lighting to enhance your visuals. Its built-in power bank and portable design make it perfect for creators who value quality and convenience. Keep up the amazing work!

[@neloukeramati]

Sincerely appreciated this video. The side-by-side comparison was invaluable as it confirmed what I suspected (and hoped) to be true, which is that for me at least, the discrepancy in the footage isn't enough to warrant spending a ton of money on professional cameras, lenses, etc. Even though I also prefer the dreamier footage of the pro camera, the image stabilization, size, weight, and convenience of the 15 Pro Max makes my decision a no brainer. Thank you!

[@UnchartedWorlds]

If you want dreamier image you can add that with a good plugin

[@neloukeramati]

Thanks for this@@UnchartedWorlds

[@UnchartedWorlds]

@@neloukeramati 🤣

[@MagMirror]

"Hi @NelouKeramati, the 15 Pro Max is a perfect fit for convenience, and MagMirror complements it with added lighting and framing capabilities.

[@neloukeramati]

@@MagMirror thanks for the recommendation!

[@gabrielweir28]

i was just wondering: what camera did you use to record this video?

[@PurpleTrident572]

surely not Iphone pro max. 😅

[@udywilson178]

Hi kyle - can you advice on the best way to possibly rig an Iphone 15 pro max to stack up against some of the top cameras out there…is this even possible?

[@adamherman5859]

you really should've used an ND for the iphone clips - you used one with the RED did you

[@abhinabamandal4292]

Where is the place buddy showing on the section shooting on camera ?

[@saintmarkspics]

Is there any way to turn down the in camera sharpening on the iphone 15? That's what I feel gives it that extra crispy look.

[@babaayaga9380]

how about the heating on iphone 15 pro max

[@DmitrySkvorcov]

Why full video image so blured in 4K on 4k display?=( My eyes crying

[@davidmultimedia2024]

That's cool, but if you don't put a ND filter on the iPhone to manage to lock the shutter speed for proper cinematic motion blur... how can you expect comparing the two cameras? It will always look like a phone.. no matter the dynamic range, color depth, compression etc. The first thing to do with a smartphone camera is always to put NDs/VND on it.

[@swerob00]

Have you got a link for the tripod please?

[@gtxr5252]

Bro should I get 15 pro max or Sony FX 30??

[@yrka1987]

super. Thanks its amazing!

[@TylerPKegger]

Kyle’s feet have been Lock Screen for 4 years now, crazy!

[@GrundlosTech]

I´m sorry but has anyone noticed that he hasn´t an usb-c stick in the Iphone 15 pro max, so he coldn´t have shoot any footage in log because it´s only avalable when you hav one in it and btw it´s overgraded so it isn´t really a fair comparison ín any way.

[@maomao180]

Nah plenty of other examples where Apple LOG looks better than what's on here, didn't protect highlights during recording and could've used Resolve for CST to match other log footage.

[@bisarothub1644]

why cinematic mode not being used? i think filmic pro is better when shooting on iphones

[@MrNategates]

Did you jack up the sharpness on the real camera ?? It should look much nicer than it does by itself (comparison or not). I could shoot with a $500 mirrorless and have it look nicer than that. Or is that just uTube compression destroying all of it.

[@Gregavision]

Just be aware that you need external storage to shoot in 4K LOG.

[@privatizzato]

*Of all the content, only 2 percent matches the title, the rest I have to look at the face of this blogger who admires himself while filming himself.*

[@Pasindulakshandronegraphy]

Is the iPhone 15 Pro suitable for professional videography? , usually for wedding vediography and pre shoots....?

[@NomadicBloke1]

4:06 damn it looks vibrant and warm.

[@edwinimbuga312]

Hi Kyle nice products love your videos this one is lit. My question which kind lenses do you use for you camera is there a link I can't check it out.

[@Mikeadamsroofing]

That’s 30k camera looks sweet

[@Socman86]

Would have been nice to have an ND on iPhone if u have one on your cinema camera

[@coleroedererr]

What is that iPhone tripod called?👀

[@myringains]

Comparing wide shots in the sunlight of an 1.5K iPhone with a 30K cinema camera, is EXACTLY the same as comparing a commute drive during heavy traffic of a 30K Suzuki Jimny with a 250K Mercedes G-wagon.

[@musafirtaiwan]

can't find sun's glare from cinematic camera on iphone 15 pro max

[@perttinoronen6100]

Different Depth of field in footages so cinema cam looks more cinematic. Can be adjusted

[@shadowgold1]

The iphone luts that u use have something wrong with the exposure and colors….

[@joezupko]

The iPhone footage is awesome, but there’s definitely a difference in the professional equipment if you’re doing commercial work. For casual use and ever for some KZbin stuff a phone can work really well

[@Windsurfing345]

What kind of hard drive do you use to shoot as ProRes? I tried with t a USB key, but it doesn’t work. Do you need a very, very fast or special drive?

[@AbodMohi-qz1km]

When will you release a video about the iPhone 16 Pro Max? ❤❤❤

[@lucasmazza]

Is not about the camera. Is about the skill.

[@LukesVlogs97]

What cinema camera did you use?

[@NahM8]

Why do these comparisons always use the native iPhone camera app and not third party apps like black magic or filmic pro only to then edit the footage on a non native video editing program?

[@CameraNostalgiaClub]

Where was this location roughly? looks stunning!

[@SquezYO]

Kyle I have a question ! do you film your commercial in Slog 3 ? or do you have other settings ? and how does it look outside when you are not shooting in the studio ? :=)

[@syberpunk]

Hello, what is the intro guitar song?

[@murph6547]

kudos man....great compare

[@vice3666]

Both cameras did a good joh but the camera was top notch 🤞

[@foljs5858]

I really liked the iPhone side more in some shots. Though it's because I found it less sharp and more film-like (unlike what he says)

[@mikesalomon2695]

iPhone has no blur at all. It is the biggest difference. None smartphone can make beautiful blur in video mode. Especially for portrait video

[@nabi5864]

As a former videographer, there really was a stark difference of the $30k being superior.... However, the general public basically won't notice those things

[@MagMirror]

Hi @nabi5864, that’s a great observation! MagMirror bridges the gap even further by enhancing iPhone filming quality for all viewers.

[@tylershivesfilms]

That cinema camera color outshines the iphone big time. The dynamic range just isn't there yet.

[@kevinurieliberriaguirre3641]

Crea contenido en español! Me encanta ver tus vídeos, pero no sé hablar bien inglés. Pienso que más de algún actor de doblaje pueda hacerlo y esto ayudará a mejorar a muchas personas que hablamos español. Eres genial! Saludos! 😎

[@yomarcelojeje]

You can almost feel the iphone's image post processing slapping your cold cheek

[@just_swiftly_shake_it_off_1989]

What is the $30,000 cinema camera calledv

[@plantedbowlaquarium]

Use final cut pro to record more better clips

[@juice10473]

3 more generations. The iPhone will be equal to the 30k camera.

[@Xgil2Play]

After seeing people use iPhone 15 to shoot feature films and commercials, there's nothing that a new filmmaker can't do. Whatever the compromise, deal with it! "Depth of field wah wah" - Use Adobe's AI to add blur. "Sun glare wah wah" - use and ND filter "It's not soft enough" - use and ND filter ENOUGH EXCUSES!

[@SD_1212-k1d]

I think it's a complete package if price is not a concern

[@georgyromelashvili2297]

Well, the stabilisation in an iPhone is kind of a disadvantage for me.

[@example-v9x]

What is the name of camera?

[@ibrahimaldwaik5523]

Bro , you just showed me the most amazing thing ever , and you just thought it's normal! , I NEED the link for the phone case magsafe tripod ! It's the best thing ever I tried to look up for it , couldn't find it

[@MagMirror]

Hi @ibrahimaldwaik5523, MagMirror is a great MagSafe accessory for creating professional videos with ease.

[@rk_bullet]

Can I get the link of video shot by you on Xiaomi 12s Ultra?

[@Joe32942]

Thanks for this comparison. Yes, the 30k set up looks more beautiful, but its not 29k more beautiful. Id say for the most vloggers, hobby video graphers to intermediate, the iphone is just enough.

[@MagMirror]

Hi @Joe32942, the iPhone is a versatile tool, and with MagMirror, vloggers can achieve professional-quality videos effortlessly.

[@vse7327]

the fact an iphone can go toe to toe with a 30k profesional camera is quite scary

[@GlitchBison]

iPhone will never replace an actual camera, however it's an advantage in a case where you can't pull out your camera gear.

[@MagMirror]

"Hi @GlitchBison, iPhones are indeed great for quick setups, and MagMirror takes their usability to the next level for self-filming and content creation.

[@PeterDarkman]

In the place where I live I have to sell my car to afford buying iphone, buying iphone 15 is nothing but a dream for me

[@graphicbdarija9529]

plz link of the tripod magsafe