10 Tips to Shooting Cinematic SMARTPHONE Videos
Full Time Filmmaker
23 min, 53 sec
A comprehensive guide to filming professional-looking videos on a smartphone.
Summary
- Covers equipment, settings, and techniques for enhancing smartphone video quality.
- Provides recommendations for best smartphone gear, camera apps, and additional accessories.
- Details on getting the right exposure, focus, and smooth cinematic movements.
- Discusses the importance of lighting, composition, shooting to edit, and capturing professional audio.
- Introduces 'Smartphone Video Pro' course for in-depth learning.
Chapter 1
![Jake introduces the concept of shooting cinematic videos using smartphones and the associated mini course.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNTcsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--2b180c2c9c414096c537c3f40c7a17341c3cd87d/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_161.jpg)
Jake introduces the concept of shooting cinematic videos using smartphones and the associated mini course.
- Jake from fulltimefilmmaker.com shares tips for shooting videos with a smartphone.
- Mentions the 'Smartphone Video Pro' mini course for detailed learning.
- Clarifies that while phones aren't as good as cinema cameras, they can still produce competitive images.
![Jake introduces the concept of shooting cinematic videos using smartphones and the associated mini course.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNTcsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--2b180c2c9c414096c537c3f40c7a17341c3cd87d/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_161.jpg)
Chapter 2
![Guidance on choosing the right smartphone, stabilizer, and manual camera apps to improve footage quality.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNTksInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--5bff8cdae206c5ebfd3456e3f28a92845d66ed17/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_271.jpg)
Guidance on choosing the right smartphone, stabilizer, and manual camera apps to improve footage quality.
- Recommends Apple and Samsung as top smartphone choices for video quality.
- Highlights the DJI Osmo Mobile 4 as a preferred stabilizer.
- Suggests using manual camera apps like Moment for iPhones or Filmic Pro for Android.
![Guidance on choosing the right smartphone, stabilizer, and manual camera apps to improve footage quality.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNTksInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--5bff8cdae206c5ebfd3456e3f28a92845d66ed17/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_271.jpg)
Chapter 3
![Explains the importance of ND filters, lenses, tripods, microphones, and portable battery chargers.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjEsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--09a2dbd2d5527165f6fab5279e6fe5ab3d22663d/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_383.jpg)
Explains the importance of ND filters, lenses, tripods, microphones, and portable battery chargers.
- Discusses using ND filters for motion blur and choosing third-party lenses for more shooting options.
- Advises getting a tripod for static shots and a microphone for better audio quality.
- Recommends having a portable charger to manage battery life during shoots.
![Explains the importance of ND filters, lenses, tripods, microphones, and portable battery chargers.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjEsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--09a2dbd2d5527165f6fab5279e6fe5ab3d22663d/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_383.jpg)
Chapter 4
![Outlines the optimal camera settings for shooting cinematic footage on smartphones.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjMsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--c145ea9e1e4b02e910e03ab785b61ec3817128ad/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_505.jpg)
Outlines the optimal camera settings for shooting cinematic footage on smartphones.
- Suggests shooting in 4K resolution at 24 frames per second for a cinematic look.
- Emphasizes manual control over white balance, ISO, and shutter speed using third-party camera apps.
- Discusses the use of ND filters to correct motion blur and maintain natural motion.
![Outlines the optimal camera settings for shooting cinematic footage on smartphones.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjMsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--c145ea9e1e4b02e910e03ab785b61ec3817128ad/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_505.jpg)
Chapter 5
![Highlights techniques for ensuring proper exposure to avoid overexposed or constantly changing footage.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjUsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--032866f2b5522d6d36cdb1bb0d824b41b1471bf1/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_607.jpg)
Highlights techniques for ensuring proper exposure to avoid overexposed or constantly changing footage.
- Recommends adjusting exposure based on the overexposed areas and locking it before shooting.
- Covers challenges with backlit subjects and ways to address them with or without additional light sources.
![Highlights techniques for ensuring proper exposure to avoid overexposed or constantly changing footage.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjUsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--032866f2b5522d6d36cdb1bb0d824b41b1471bf1/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_607.jpg)
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
![Covers the use of different focal lengths and composition techniques for cinematic storytelling.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjksInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--87594993b0d7dec943bfc3cb711dbf7f20ca952c/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_994.jpg)
Covers the use of different focal lengths and composition techniques for cinematic storytelling.
- Describes the benefits of having multiple built-in lenses or using third-party lenses.
- Gives composition tips such as filling the frame, using the rule of thirds, and incorporating leading lines.
![Covers the use of different focal lengths and composition techniques for cinematic storytelling.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNjksInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--87594993b0d7dec943bfc3cb711dbf7f20ca952c/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_994.jpg)
Chapter 8
![Emphasizes the importance of planning shots for editing and capturing high-quality audio.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNzQsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--d7bc9068ec6581724f8fc39a16d769e05e858b2e/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_1286.jpg)
Emphasizes the importance of planning shots for editing and capturing high-quality audio.
- Encourages pre-planning and shooting with the final edit in mind.
- Stresses the need for professional audio to accompany visuals, using external mics when necessary.
![Emphasizes the importance of planning shots for editing and capturing high-quality audio.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6NTYwNzQsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--d7bc9068ec6581724f8fc39a16d769e05e858b2e/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/3363_1286.jpg)
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