Make Your iPhone 15 Into A PRO Camera

[@mattih]

So if you ask me what camera you should get I'm just gonna say the iPhone 15 Pro 😊 easy haha

[@haileyrast1871]

Awesome! When I get a phone I would like to get the iPhone 15 pro! I have a Canon R10 right now!

[@rohanmzaveri]

Hey Matti how would you compare the Dji Osmo Pocket 4 vs the iPhone 15 Pro now with the black magic camera App?

[@jmolin8808]

Since you have the RODE Pro, could you test Timecode sync between the RODE and BM Camera App? 7:20 - the iPhone supports HDMI out. You can plug any monitor to your USB Splitter. They showed this off a little on the BTS for Scary Fast event.

[@abduldjalil341]

The iPhone 15 pro is not a camera, it's a mobile telephone device that happens to have a functional small camera. how can you recommend a beginner photographer/videographer to get an iPhone? Imagine someone is shooting street photography or a wedding and they get a Facetime call mid-shot after spending $3000 on a camera.

[@eviltechnology]

i never thought i would say that :) but after spending last week at a WRC dragging my big backpack with all the gear and a friend with an iPhone that he just got, get an iPhone for filming quick videos (also stabilization is phenomenal). these 2 shorts are all filmed with iPhone in different conditions, in crowded places by a guy who does not have a lot of filming xp kzbin.infobDWqiPDO2AE?feature=shared kzbin.infooZ5qUL5At_k?feature=shared and yes if you compare Canon 4k with iPhone you can see the difference in quality, especially if you need zoom in, but if you need to film something like those videos above, iPhone is a really good choice.

[@nathananderson8720]

This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my KZbin channel 8 months ago about self development. Now I have 1,128 subs and > 900 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.

[@trafficguy8848]

Hey you earned a follower. Keep going

[@nathananderson8720]

@ Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my KZbin channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a KZbinr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this KZbin thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)

[@jethrowilson]

In a pinch I've screen mirrored my iPhone to my MacBook as used that as a monitor. Love this Matti, thanks for the video!

[@ForeverPorsha]

Even easier, if you open photobooth on your Mac you can use your iPhone as the camera using continuity. Its better than mirroring because you can adjust the camera while filming (zoom, add studio light effect, and other features) definitely a game changer.

[@Inspirewithdrones3342]

Didn’t think about that!👍🏾

[@RodHerzstrom]

It's mind blowing how good Apple Log looks edited. I was shooting in a forest and the camera Canon had problems with HDR but the iPhone is a beast. Just I lost insanely fast my battery and storage :v

[@raoofmohammedabdul5602]

What about using screen mirroring to view what you’re filming on your Mac.. works seamlessly and bigger screen as well 😅

[@MagMirror]

This video really highlights the creativity possible with smartphones! Speaking of making the most of your phone's camera, MagMirror has been a lifesaver for me. Its screen mirroring lets you see yourself while recording with the rear camera-no more guesswork, just perfect framing every time!

[@matthewmorse8380]

So glad you brought up the splitter for the drive and the mic!

[@atti56]

Please post the usb c splitter exact name that I can get it. Never could find a splitter which works

[@thelongarmmarine]

SmallRig cage…has 2 cold shoe mounts…MoviePro app & it’s remote app for recording in ProRes…2nd iPhone/ipad as a monitor, mount all to a gimbal or monopod if desired…Moment wide angle lens with ND filters…

[@POTENTDOMAIN]

Could you please link the specific one that you're talking about would love to check it out

[@d2suarez]

You might be right. But I use the sony zv-e10 with a good lens for just a bit cheaper with my students. We get some great looking footage. The iPhone might have better dynamic range but clarity and depth of field is a lot better on our cameras.

[@marcolorenzo5369]

He forgot to mention the terrible lens flare and green spots with all iPhones.

[@rec-trick]

wich better iPhone 15 Pro or blackmagic with virtual productions and green chromakey ?

[@smallego8068]

I recently came back from a 6 weeks vacation. I have a history of owning cameras and neglecting them. When I had them with me on my trips, I only enjoyed them 50% of the time, maybe less, and the rest of the time I was just annoyed by the weight, the bulkiness, the inconvenience etc. Before my trip I though about getting a Fuji X S20. But I decided against owning a camera and only took my phone. I traveled only with carry on luggage. That means saving weight is important :) Now, since I am back, I can say, that I will never buy a camera ever again. I took so many memorable and nice videos and photos I would have never taken with a camera. Of course the quality is not the best but I am not a professional. I don't make money with those pics and videos. They are just memories and a phone is simply the best way to capture memories.

[@roryonabike5863]

The iPhone has a variable frame rate. How do you maintain sync with audio if the frame rate is changing?

[@gertleroy]

hi. thanks for this video. about auto focus: do I understand correctly? you need to tap the screen to set the focus to the object you tapped on. (besides setting focus manually using rhe slider). QUESTION: how can I set auto focus when I film myself for talking head videos? I would have to walk towards the phone and tap the screen, but obviously my face would not be in the canvas at that moment. any solution for this?

[@LJ-wo1wf]

(though it's been four weeks since your comment) A couple ideas - You could expect that the phone would look for your face automatically and set its focus that way. Or, if you want to *lock* focus on where you *will* be, I'd aim the phone at another object at the same distance (whether it's just something nearby or you add a stand-in for yourself), then press and hold on the screen to lock focus on that object. Then it'll stay that way while you walk to your spot and start doing your thing.

[@thetreverpitts]

Is in 2016 samsung had. Dual recording, which lets you simultaneously record with the rear camera and selfie camera at the same time it's crazy that all cell phones don't have that feature. It's cool when your vlogging or doing a podcast

[@jammaschan]

Yea nah, the Sony ZVE10, Fuji XT3, Canon M50, all are great setups that can be had for less price than the iPhone 15. (The XT3 has 15+ stops of dynamic range in log and 4k60. Buy it used along with a lens and it's still cheaper than the iPhone 15 pro max. As an added bonus it has the film simulations that made the x100v so crazy popular. The ZVE10 with a 50mm f1.8 can be had for less than the iphone 15) Android phones already had manual controls and log half a decade ago. The iPhone 15 pro is NOT the best beginner camera still. If you have it, it's a great tool. I wouldn't buy it just for the video features though.

[@Sustainavore]

I'd love to see you pit it against the DJI Pocket 3. Obviously the lens versatility isn't there with the pocket, but there's a lot to compare.

[@IndiaVisuals-j8x]

The problem is, Pocket 3 doesn't provide any additional revenue channel for most photographers (feeling so gleeful 'coz of iPhone 15 Pro) to promote/sell their LUTS 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Practically all camera-phone channels have plunged into this market. First you buy the basic phone, shoot Pro Res, buy good external SSD hardware (all channels are providing their links to all these purchases) and then go on to shoot Pro Res, color-grade them, preferably using the LUTS-on-sale. Outright commerce or creative photographic pursuit ???

[@johnphillips7894]

Is the iPhone 14 Pro good enough? Or is it worth a few hundred bucks to upgrade 1 year newer iPhone?

[@phamanhquocusa]

yup enough

[@AnthonyGugliotta]

Can't wait until Blackmagic gets release on Android! 😋

[@TheFilmFinesse]

I recently purchased the new IPhone 15 Pro Max, just as an upgrade to my 11 Pro Max, and I was very surprised at how great the cameras were and the fact that it shoots in log. But… I personally still wouldn’t recommended spending £1200 on a 15 Pro Max to shoot videos on. Solely because it just struggles too much in lower light situations. If I had roughly £1200 for a camera I would go for a Pocket 4K or A7iii and not a phone. With that being said it is still amazing to see this kind of technology progress but it’s not at the point that I would recommend purchasing one as a beginner camera.

[@eviltechnology]

i just commented on how surprised i was with the quality of the iPhone last week running around WRC event. but yes, low light is not great. from what i seen i would not go over ISO 2000 and that was watching the video on the phone. it would probably look even worse on a big screen

[@TheFilmFinesse]

@@eviltechnologyExactly! Very impressive in daylight, just like the new GoPros, however it just falls flat on his face in low light conditions unfortunately

[@LeylaOnAir]

ofc bbut u dont spend 1200 bucks on the camera of the phone. u spend 700-800 bucks on a new phone and pay an 400-500 bucks extra for a huge camera upgrade which offers insane video and picture quality . u wont get that quality in a 400 bucks camera.

[@TheFilmFinesse]

@@LeylaOnAirI get what you are trying to say, but the phone is £1200, if you are looking to use it for pro level video work there are better options that you could spend £1200 on. It is amazing that this is a phone that shoots amazing video.

[@smallego8068]

@@TheFilmFinesseThere are not "better" alternatives because all the alternatives you mentioned are big, annoying cameras. Nobody wants to carry those around all day when travelling.

[@STACYBURK]

What about the newly released DJI Osmo Pocket 3? It's on a gimble, so it doesn't lose quality from using cheap digital stabilization like the iPhone 15 does. The new Osmo Pocket 3 also has a 1 inch sensor and blows away the iPhone 15 in low light and quality video. Since it has a 1 inch sensor, the video looks like it came from a professional camera and is not over sharpened like the video from and iPhone. The Osmo is also easier to use and comes with a mic that connects instantly via bluetooth for excellent audio.

[@JB_Eckl]

This is all exactly what I'm wondering.

[@Richard_Leon]

Just fyi, you can use the rode mics not connected to anything and match the audio in post, if you don’t have the splitter. They record internally

[@demiloca]

Comica records wirelessly and internally also

[@additionalpylons]

Assuming you're only talking for video (disregarding it's use as a phone, photography, etc.), I'm confused why the BMPCC isn't a better option. Sure, it might cost a bit more to get started, but the runway for using it as you improve and have more needs is so much better and you still have access to Log, external recording, etc.

[@derekphotologue]

Thanks for the advice! Did you know you can mirror your iPhone screen onto a Mac and use it as a second monitor? It’s quite handy.

[@MusicAlfon]

hello! does blackmagic app in iphone have face autofocus?

[@Landishkungfu]

Thanks for the tips, Matti. I'm actually thinking about getting an Iphone and using it for filming. I have a question, sorry if I missed this info in your video, but what do you mean - you don't see what you are filming? The Iphone screen turned to you when you are filming, no? Or I don't understand smth?

[@cweb1988]

what about NDs and such? Also need extra battery juice.

[@branmoss98]

I have just purchased your Apple cine Luts pack however the cine look Luts are the exact same as the ones in your Sony cine Luts so I just paid for the same Luts again?

[@martinzavadil]

Hi @mattih, why you can't see what you are filming? You can see what are you filming on the display of iPhone right? I don't understand this. 🤷‍♂

[@Piece_Of_Cake_Vivek]

There is a way to see what you’re filming with your iPhone. Use a thunderbolt cable supported monitor and connect it to your phone directly or use an adapter that has hdmi support and multiple usb c’s for data transfer and power

[@Soul.020]

Good afternoon, I am also a photographer and videographer. Say please? Which is better for photos and videos: SONY XPERIA PRO-I or the new SONY XPERIA 1V, 5V models, please advise, tell me which one to take? Thank you very much in advance!

[@PeterAlanJohnson]

The watch isn't the ONLY way to see what you're filming- you can use the USB C and a cable to an HDMI monitor (although you'd need a hub to do that with an SSD and external microphone.)

[@jamesdevries674]

When you use prores log, why does it look light grey and then turn colorful? Is the light-grey the default photo? Cant be. That would suck.

[@jeremyshermanPhD]

I went to buy your cineluts for my iphone 14pro max, but it says for 15s only. What would happen if I used them with the 14?

[@illzpop]

can you use any external monitor via usb on iphone to monitor?

[@MaximoJoshua]

Yeah, as long as it supports a specific HDMI mode. I have seen someone use the Atomos Ninja V and it worked fine.

[@rec-trick]

wich better iPhone 15 Pro or blackmagic with virtual productions and green chromakey ?

[@tomyasko4100]

Why no mention of Filmic Pro? Hmmm.... seems odd.

[@tourajmohammadi1359]

Dose your Luts working for IPhone 14 Pro Max as well?

[@NextUnicorn]

Do you think the iPhone 15 Pro is better than the Sony ZV-1 II for travel vlogging?

[@_HENRY_S]

I think the best argument to be made here is a large portion of people who have iPhones qualify to get a free iPhone 15 pro through their cell carrier with a trade in. If you are paying for cell service anyway, and all you pay is taxes and an upgrade fee on the phone, then really the barrier to entry is even less than what matt says here. It’s more like $100 - $200 for everything he is saying, which I would argue does make this the best beginner option. It peaks the interest of someone by using a product they would already use anyway, rather than buying a bunch of equipment to possibly find out they aren’t all that interested, or motivated enough, to get in to the hobby.

[@GhostShipMusic]

You read my mind Matti. As always, thank you for your help on this journey.

[@PatsArcade]

Are you able to charge using USB C on a hub while the mic and ssd are connected?

[@InTheVise]

Does the luts work on LumaFusion?

[@ianhlomador]

Hey Matti, Great Video! I was wondering if you could share a link on how to get the multiple USB-C adapter. Thanks!

[@Season1Ep3]

So we get that app?

[@uctlush]

Do i need a mic if i am setting it up as a studio with he iPhone 15

[@MizanurRahman-hi9by]

I am new, using iPhone 15 pro Max… I shoot any videos, but I fed the big problem … for video colour greading… Whiche app are best for mobile editing app for professional editing…???

[@cameraaction1]

Just so amazing what you can do with your iPhone nowadays. Just amazing 🤩

[@Shadow_Li]

iPhone 15 Pro with Blackmagic camera app is the king

[@vkeen_observer]

Hi Matti, Can you use the iphone 15 as a talk to camera kind of webcam and record the high res straight to harddrive and monitor what you are filming?

[@officialrobertcenox]

Is the selfie (front ) camera the same quality ass the back camera ?

[@demiloca]

Actually the selfie camera for FILMING is VERY good and you can select CINEMATIC option for bokeh so there is your camera and monitor in one. However. the selfi camera for PHOTOS on the iphone 15 pro is terrible but improving with every update; lots of complaints but seems ok for film mode. BUT if you shoot video in selfie mode, you miss out on the optional lenses.

[@TheSabathea]

Hey Matt, what external lens do you recommend for the iPhone 15 pro? I shoot a lot of fitness videos! Thank you for creating such great content!

[@craiggrella]

are you getting 4k out of the iPhone? I can't. and apple support says it's limited to 1080p out. Not talking about recording. im talking about streaming. if so, how did you do it.

[@husratmehmood2629]

What lighting set up did you used for indoor studio recording

[@calverozara]

Hi Matty, sorry for my English, I'm Italian. Could you please tell me which Apple watch models can duplicate the iPhone screen and with what type of connection? I did a search all over the web and couldn't find any serious information. The information they talk about is only that of how to duplicate the screen of your Apple Watch on iPhone, but not how to duplicate the screen of your iPhone on Apple WhatsApp. Thank you very much for the attention. Greetings from Italy.

[@sandorvarga130]

Is it possible to use the iPhone 15 pro max as an external monitor for pro mirrorles cameras like Sony A7III? Sony already made is possible with it’s own flagship smartphone and it works with USB-C.

[@jeremiahkuehne2400]

As someone who actually teaches beginners if you tell them it’s good because of ProRes and Log and LUTs they will be completely confused and stare at you blankly 🤣

[@SethWoodsYT]

True. I told my girlfriend this phone has "log" and she goes "oh. what is log?" lol

[@WhySteve]

It's scary to see how good it is! By the way, I've been curious. How do you create a lut? Like I've seen many grading videos & tutorials, but I am very curious on how you specifically create a lut?

[@mintosnake4290]

Will the basic I phone 15 do?

[@shanepinner2637]

Are they are phone first that can shoot video/photos or are they camera that can make phone calls/ Asking for a friend.

[@janakindwar]

Can we take best photos with iphone 14 non pro model

[@ayanfe999]

ok but what microphone did you useee

[@coldracerx]

With the right usb hub you can do video out while using a mic and ssd. Also there are lots of cages that you can add various things to get the setup just right. Search KZbin and you will find people doing the very thing you said you cannot find.

[@punto360reviews]

What's the best app to edit log files in the iPhone ? Because CapCut and InShot are not available to color grading in the iPhone

[@zenstrukt]

Didn’t even consider using Blackmagic Cam! Have been stuck in my ways with Filmic v6 Legacy 😜 Thanks Matti!

[@PrestonGladd]

What about the DJI Pocket 3? It’s cheaper than an iPhone and has almost all the same features with a 1 inch sensor.

[@MVREMD1]

It’s amazing how much Apple Pay’s you for these videos

[@RyanLelek]

For monitoring, maybe(?) able to use a small/cheap USB-C monitor

[@AdamMir_23]

Just thought I should let y'all know, you can screen mirror your iPhone to a MacBook too to use it as an external viewfinder like the Apple Watch, but you can't control it.

[@JosephHerzog]

Great video! I'm a novice youtube creator and I wanted to make sure you considered (in reference to cages) the Smallrig for iphone 15 pro. It seems to have endless mounting points for shoes, tripods, handles, and what i love is that it leaves the back exposed if you want to slap a magsafe battery on there while filming. I ordered one of their rigs and they're supposed to ship soon. Doesn't have a USB splitter but does I feel like that could be incorporated using... somehow XD. If this is a terrible idea, make a video about why for other novices like me :)

[@familyfarmcountry]

I use SmallRig’s iPhone 14 Pro Max cage constantly for my phone I got this summer. Mine has dual uses; beyond filming I cannot find a latex free case I’m not allergic to but they checked and this is safe for me. It makes the phone much heavier, but also much more solid if that makes sense. It gives something to grip to the edges better and protects them. I thought about but did not get the full set with handles due to the material they’re made of, but I wish I could have for sometimes. This version has two cold shoe mounts as well so I can use a light or two. I only take it off my phone for cleaning. It takes a few days to get used to not hitting the open button on the cage. I believe the 15 cage is similar to the 14’s cage so a USB splitter would simply be plugged into the phone itself, so shouldn’t be an issue with the cage, just adds to weight. I do not use a USB splitter, but I don’t need one. I do not film in pro res nor color grade preferring to capture reality/natural as it looks. I got the Apple Lightning to SD Card Reader to easier copy footage in comparison to uploading to cloud and can easily transfer without needing to remove the cage, just as I can charge. I also got the largest storage phone I could and will get a hard drive later. I do not and will not be filming with these attached, but then again I’m not filming myself in a studio but rather wildlife and nature, so I need to film on the fly. If I need more I use my real camera and super telephoto lens, tripod, etc. I do have an external mic when needed, but for things I’m filming that teensy mic captures a lot. I highly recommend SmallRig’s iPhone cages and a couple of their lights too. Been working great for me.

[@meekzz00]

Is there any way to manage manual focus pulls better in the Blackmagic app? The only way I found is by scrolling a fiddly wheel on the screen. There's an option to connect Nucleus, but that would work only with and actual camera lens that has manual focus, right?

[@CanInelli]

How do you deal with the need for ND filters?

[@noodlessoul8356]

Vs DJI cams?

[@siriushearthstone]

So 256 15 pro max can’t record 60 fps pro res in Blackmagic cam without an external Ssd ?

[@LukeMcCoy]

Does anyone know what splitter this is? I bought a Belkin one that looked like it but it didn’t pick up the hard drive and lav when connected.

[@viniciusgoes360]

Detailis is not available for downlaod

[@Hoss_VegasTTV]

What usb c splitter did you find that worked?

[@AurelianIrimia]

Belkin

[@FabioCormack]

Thanks for the video! Coul you please send the link to the USBC Splitter? Tried some other usbc hubs, but no luck yet.

[@mattih]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏻 links in description

[@Bo_SH]

Does it work with LumaFusion?

[@WildPrimal23]

The best beginner setup is literally just the iPhone. You don't need to get expensive lav mics and record to an external hard drive attached to the back of your iPhone to handle prores. DON'T record in prores if you are a beginner, just record! You don't need anything external if you are beginning. You don't even need an external mic if you are a BEGINNER- just use the built in mic. And then get a cheap BOYA lav mic that many people say sounds even better than the RODE. The setup shown in this video is far from a beginner setup. You don't even need the latest iPhone, use an older model. If you are a beginner, just START recording and editing.

[@wretchedworm]

is there a link to the usb c splitter?

[@ericj9011]

Your first suggestion was to avoid the telephoto lens, so then why not just get the base iPhone 15?

[@HwL01]

Can’t you just connect it to an external monitor with the usb-c?

[@EncounterCaneCorso]

I have yet to try shooting log with my iphone 15 pro. Appreciate the tips. Looking forward to learning how to make my videos more professional looking.

[@genesisdelaroma7441]

does this LUTs compatible with capcut pc?

[@Treborray]

I use mirroring to my MacBook to see what I’m shooting with my iPhone rear camera. It works really well on a 14” screen. I did a demonstration of this in a video.

[@TomXander]

The BM app isnt that great anymore. Been having stutter and freezing issues for a while now and the app just runs slower for some reason. The moment pro camera app is the best now.

[@RMari-s6l]

Use a cold shoe camera mirror to see what you are filming with the rear cameras on the screen,

[@allanmargolin]

what program were you color correcting in?

[@liamridderhof661]

Your content has changed so much

[@pablomaresca]

Hi, Matty! Amazing video! Question: did you notice any difference in stabilization using native camera vs Blackmagic app? is Blackmagic app as good as native camera speaking of stabilization?

[@Ohenry92]

From what I've seen in other videos, no. Blackmagic will be lacking in terms of stability compared to your native camera app

[@nanojoel]

The iPhone is surprisingly cinematic

[@GV_777YT]

can aaaanyone recommend me a good NDfilter for iphone 15? thank you guys in advance

[@sushantatimalsina9064]

Hey Matti, I am planning to buy A7IV for my work, I am more a video person and sometimes a photo person. What are your recommendations for me in $6000 budget?

[@justinmichaelfilms]

Anyone have a link to whatever adapter that is that hes getting data transfer and 1/8" audio input?

[@MK-Creator]

Really enjoyed this Matti! 😃🇸🇪🇫🇮

[@williamswoodntools]

So helpful!! Thanks Matti (and Tyler)

[@dmv_p]

There are plenty of VLOGGING "selfie" mirrors on the market so you can monitor what you are shooting and help frame up the shot

[@DennisAhaus]

Hi Matti. Thanks for the video...as always absolutly great. But there is a way to see yourself while filming... i am using it and it works great. Just use your iphone smart watch. Not the best screen but framing is possible and you see yourself. For me this works great. Regards Dennis

[@torrolfjohansen]

Hi @mattih - Can you share a link for the USB-C splitter that you found that worked?

[@viewers23]

Awesome video ❤