I'm surprised this review would discuss things like codec and exposure control, and not the no1 weakness in the default photo app: inability to chose which lens you want to use. You'd think this would be the main point discussed about what 3rd arty apps have to offer.
I love this review collection of these apps and I wish that your video’s timeline was time stamped for each app so we could easily switch back and forth from each review.
Bro thank u so much for your production. It took me a week to research apps for my iPhone lens investment and this has been the most honest explanation 😊
Thanks Michael. Re the BMC App; I think the focus and exposure points are still locked together (?). The Pro Camera App is an example of an App that has the 2 “reticules” separated.
Honestly that was one of the ones I tested and found to be good but nothing really stood out to me feature wise and the UI felt a bit meh but I know that part is subjective. Definitely a solid app still.
@@initialfocus I think this is one of the ones that people went to after Filmic Pro (alias FiLMiC Pro :)) went to a subscription model. I prefer the BlackMagic Camera app, and it's free. I agree the new Filmic Pro app is really good, but no way, for me at least, I'll be using that. I bought all the different variations previously so stuck with the Legacy version now. Maybe I'll give some of the other apps you discussed here a try. Thanks for doing this Michael. And thanks for all your videos really. 👍
I wish Apple camera app, Final Cut camera app, Blackmagic camera app, and Fimic Pro app support iPhones flashlight on for recording videos in the dark like REC app (free) has the flashlight icon on iPhones screen to turn the flashlight on for recording videos in the dark whent it's needed.
Thanks, Michael. The BlackMagic App has a comfortable design, but there are bugs. the BMA takes over audio level when I attach the Shure MV88+ mic, ignoring the settings I've stored in the mic using the Shure Motiv app. I'm not sure I like the way the Lock function works in the BMA - it doesn't seem to let us lock certain things separately, like shutter speed. "Never wear new running shoes in a race." And, "Never use a new app when your business depends on it."
Check my update video form a couple days ago. I know some audio stuff was addressed although it makes sense that the BM app would override audio settings from another app like the Shure one. But in terms of locking exposure I show you how to do that in that update video.
Thank you. I could not resist giving it another go, simply because the interface is such a treat. Shure's support is awesome, Shure-ly they will have worked with the 15 Pro. I'll report back on what I learn.
Those data rates are basically predetermined with ProRes. If you select ProRes on filmic you’ll notice you no longer have the ability to select different bitrates because that’s what changing from LT, 422, HQ etc does.
Kino didn’t exist when I made this video lol depends on use. If I don’t want to miss my kids doing something real quick or some action that won’t exist in a few seconds the stock camera is great and fast. If I have more than 5 seconds to capture something I’ll use BM camera app to get the best shot I can.
Do you think that now with the cinematic mode api open, will we be able to shoot log + cinematic (to control the depth of field) inside blackmagic camera app? That would be a dream
Hey! Sale has ended but the full course is only $15 more than the sale price so I may be a bit biased but I think it’s still got crazy value for the price 😅
i have black magic app when i apply luts and save video to photo library my video is saved in log format ? how can i download my video including with luts
High ISO is the easiest culprit to large amounts of noise. But it is still a tiny sensor. Unless your like outside in bright daylight there will always be some amount of noise.
I can’t get away from filmic pro, the zoom slider is what keeps me. I don’t like the scroll to zoom, I enjoy the a camcorder like zoom. Honestly it’s the best way to zoom and can’t see any other way. Wayyy smother
halide is one of my go to photography pro apps. As far as my knowledge goes though, it does not have any video functionality which is what I focus on in this video 🙌🏼
Hey there, hopefully, you're still responding to reactions on older videos. I'm not sure if you have an answer to this, as you seem to be mainly a filmmaker, but I'm looking for an iPhone 15 Pro Max camera photography app that allows me to save in log (if that's even possible), but also shoot with the ability to change the aperture, like the portrait mode from the vanilla camera app. Is there even such a thing?
I was looking at this to shoot in 4:3 @ 4032x3024 making full use of the sensor, but for some reason it won't shoot prores at that resolution. Haven't found another app the does 4:3 without cropping 😢
Promovie 4k, right? It was in your scrolling of the appstore page. I like how clean the UI is but it hasn't been recently updated for newer color profiles, etc
I am confuidentd!
Why is Black Magic a “camera app” when the app only supports the recording part and not taking photos?
I'm surprised this review would discuss things like codec and exposure control, and not the no1 weakness in the default photo app: inability to chose which lens you want to use. You'd think this would be the main point discussed about what 3rd arty apps have to offer.
I love this review collection of these apps and I wish that your video’s timeline was time stamped for each app so we could easily switch back and forth from each review.
Thanks for the feedback man! I’ll add chapters to this video 👍🏼
Thank you @@initialfocus ! You rock.
Bro thank u so much for your production. It took me a week to research apps for my iPhone lens investment and this has been the most honest explanation 😊
Thanks Michael. Re the BMC App; I think the focus and exposure points are still locked together (?). The Pro Camera App is an example of an App that has the 2 “reticules” separated.
Cinema P3 Pro Camera highly recommended by many.
Honestly that was one of the ones I tested and found to be good but nothing really stood out to me feature wise and the UI felt a bit meh but I know that part is subjective. Definitely a solid app still.
@@initialfocus I think this is one of the ones that people went to after Filmic Pro (alias FiLMiC Pro :)) went to a subscription model. I prefer the BlackMagic Camera app, and it's free. I agree the new Filmic Pro app is really good, but no way, for me at least, I'll be using that. I bought all the different variations previously so stuck with the Legacy version now. Maybe I'll give some of the other apps you discussed here a try. Thanks for doing this Michael. And thanks for all your videos really. 👍
Does the Blackmagic camera app allow you to adjust the input gain for an external microphone?
Yes. Only external tho.
I wish Apple camera app, Final Cut camera app, Blackmagic camera app, and Fimic Pro app support iPhones flashlight on for recording videos in the dark like REC app (free) has the flashlight icon on iPhones screen to turn the flashlight on for recording videos in the dark whent it's needed.
I just wish one of them could have the cinematic mode to control the bokeh using the the iphone 15 pro max😢
Thanks, Michael. The BlackMagic App has a comfortable design, but there are bugs. the BMA takes over audio level when I attach the Shure MV88+ mic, ignoring the settings I've stored in the mic using the Shure Motiv app. I'm not sure I like the way the Lock function works in the BMA - it doesn't seem to let us lock certain things separately, like shutter speed. "Never wear new running shoes in a race." And, "Never use a new app when your business depends on it."
Check my update video form a couple days ago. I know some audio stuff was addressed although it makes sense that the BM app would override audio settings from another app like the Shure one. But in terms of locking exposure I show you how to do that in that update video.
Thank you. I could not resist giving it another go, simply because the interface is such a treat. Shure's support is awesome, Shure-ly they will have worked with the 15 Pro. I'll report back on what I learn.
I like Blackmagic however it doesn’t have audio monitoring.
Maybe I’m missing something here, but I wish there was a way to select bit depth and bit rate in black magic like there is on Filmic Pro.
Those data rates are basically predetermined with ProRes. If you select ProRes on filmic you’ll notice you no longer have the ability to select different bitrates because that’s what changing from LT, 422, HQ etc does.
Great reviews. I'm surprised Kino was not here. I have the base model iPhone 15 should I stick with the stock camera app or go with Blackmagic?
Kino didn’t exist when I made this video lol depends on use. If I don’t want to miss my kids doing something real quick or some action that won’t exist in a few seconds the stock camera is great and fast. If I have more than 5 seconds to capture something I’ll use BM camera app to get the best shot I can.
@@initialfocus So sorry, I thought this a recent video. I clicked on it right away because I've never seen it. Good advice and great App Roundup.
Do you think that now with the cinematic mode api open, will we be able to shoot log + cinematic (to control the depth of field) inside blackmagic camera app?
That would be a dream
What does BeastGrip App do for smart exposure? What makes it get better low light?
Nice video! Interested in your guide to learn more about these apps but has the sale ended?
Hey! Sale has ended but the full course is only $15 more than the sale price so I may be a bit biased but I think it’s still got crazy value for the price 😅
been learning a lot from you and didnt realize it til just now...SUBBED! lol
Is there any other free camera app? other than Blackmagic, because it's not supporting the iPhone X, it's saying at least XS...
If you have any pull with Blackmagic can you suggest they add a toggle for the torch light? 💡
I shall pass it on! Not sure if I have any pull but I can certainly share suggestions haha
Great comparison. Am I missing something? You said you have a link to your presets for the Blackmagic cam app but I don’t see the link.
Thanks! The link is inside the iphone filmmaking guide, available to members 👍🏼
I love black magic cause it is very easy to understand and very handy
Very true! It’s a great interface especially for existing Blackmagic camera owners
Why? Black Magic is not a camera app? It only records, you can not take photos with Black Magic app?
i have black magic app when i apply luts and save video to photo library my video is saved in log format ? how can i download my video including with luts
Try cinema p3. It is viable
Im having problems with blackmagic app, all the images that im shooting is getting noise. No metter what i do. can you help me?
High ISO is the easiest culprit to large amounts of noise. But it is still a tiny sensor. Unless your like outside in bright daylight there will always be some amount of noise.
How do you take a photo with blackmagic mine only does video
It doesn’t do stills
I can’t get away from filmic pro, the zoom slider is what keeps me. I don’t like the scroll to zoom, I enjoy the a camcorder like zoom. Honestly it’s the best way to zoom and can’t see any other way. Wayyy smother
Cinema P3 is also really good
What about Halide Mark II? How does it compare?
halide is one of my go to photography pro apps. As far as my knowledge goes though, it does not have any video functionality which is what I focus on in this video 🙌🏼
@@initialfocus awesome video !!! any photography apps recomendations ?
Is there an app that can shoot120/240fps with full manual control on shutter, focus and iso?
I guess Varlense
bro, thank you!!
Blackmagic app doesn’t have torch which is annoying
pro take has display assistants and has 4444
You should have included Cinema P3 Pro.
Do you think this one is better? I’m confused between the two and not sure what to get
Is this app for recording video only or can take pictures as well?
Hey Micheal , Did you get the early access of Motioncam pro for realtime prores recording?
I did not, where can I find a sign up for that?
@@initialfocus TH-cam won't allow to comment it here, Its that place where online gamers chat with each other.
Motioncam D͓̽i͓̽s͓̽c͓̽o͓̽r͓̽d͓̽
Woah its works! @initialfocus Here this is where you can apply for early access. Mirsad and Sebas is the guy.
I think apple should just add manual mode on camera app like what android have
They absolutely should do that too! Lol
If they do, they would've lost alot of money from camera app developers since apple take a cut from in-app purchases.
Hey there, hopefully, you're still responding to reactions on older videos. I'm not sure if you have an answer to this, as you seem to be mainly a filmmaker, but I'm looking for an iPhone 15 Pro Max camera photography app that allows me to save in log (if that's even possible), but also shoot with the ability to change the aperture, like the portrait mode from the vanilla camera app. Is there even such a thing?
any idea if you can monitor the black magic app using an ipad like you can with filmic? i use this feature a lot to film myself
Cinema p3 is perfect
Mavis Pro Camera
I was looking at this to shoot in 4:3 @ 4032x3024 making full use of the sensor, but for some reason it won't shoot prores at that resolution. Haven't found another app the does 4:3 without cropping 😢
Cinema P3 is great
Tested that one as well!
@@initialfocusyour go to is Blackmagic?
Nice job.
black magic lets you save to a SSD
CinemaP3.
Movie pro
Pro Movie App?
Promovie 4k, right? It was in your scrolling of the appstore page. I like how clean the UI is but it hasn't been recently updated for newer color profiles, etc
CinemaP3
Just followed you on IG. 🥰😍