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Phone manufacturers are increasingly investing in the video recording capabilities of smartphones. In this article, I will introduce you to the top video recording phones of 2021 that have the potential to become 'warhorses' in shooting and editing films!
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*Today's list is randomly sorted!
1. iPhone 12 series
Currently, Apple has been revolutionizing the video recording capabilities of their devices in recent years with their iPhone lineup.
Since ditching Intel chips in laptops and desktops, Apple has ushered in an exciting new era where their smartphones and computers will operate on the same operating system.
iPhone 12 featuring Dolby Vision technology
A significant and intriguing change in video recording capability is the integration of Dolby Vision technology into the iPhone 12. Dolby Vision is a tool designed to capture, control, and deliver 10-bit HDR video.
But bear in mind that videos shot with Dolby Vision will only contain HDR quality when viewed through supporting systems. For example, if you upload your Dolby Vision video to Facebook, Youtube,... Dolby Vision technology will not be supported!
iPhone 12 Pro Max
The iPhone 12 Pro Max boasts a 6.7-inch display and a 2.5x telephoto lens, equipped with improved sensors for better low-light performance.
Now, the iPhone 12 Pro Max has set the bar with top-tier videos compared to other products in the market. It offers up to 4K 60fps resolution, with support for 120 frames per second and 240 frames per second at 1080p resolution.
2. Samsung S20 series and Note20 series
Samsung unveiled its Samsung S20 series and Note20 series products in August 2020. Essentially, the video quality produced by Samsung devices is on par with that of the iPhone. Samsung tends to enhance saturation, but there's still not much difference between them.
As users expect, the higher-end Samsung models offer better camera and video performance.
All Samsung S20 series and Note20 series include a front camera and a set of 3 rear cameras comprising a wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle, and telephoto lens.
A standout feature is Samsung's Pro Video mode. It's a camera function that allows you to set and lock shutter speed, focus, ISO, etc. While Dolby Vision is available on the iPhone 12, Samsung devices come with HDR10+ technology.
While the iPhone can shoot slow motion at a maximum speed of 240 frames per second, the latest Samsung devices offer the option of super slow motion at 960 frames per second. Although this feature is limited to 720p resolution (still high definition).
3. Sony Xperia 1 II & 5 II
Unlike Apple and Samsung, Sony excels in camera manufacturing, so it's no surprise when they introduced the first smartphones with a manual camera control app - Xperia 1 and Xperia 5.
That app is Cinema Pro. These phones and apps are developed alongside Sony's professional cameras. The company has now released new versions of these phones - Xperia 1 mark II and Xperia 5 mark II.
The Xperia 5 (mark I and II) models are nearly identical to the Xperia 1. Both versions have the same front and rear cameras. For the rear camera, the device features a camera cluster consisting of a wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle, and telephoto lens. This camera trio integrates technology from both Sony Alpha and Zeiss optical lenses.
But the significant difference lies in their native Cinema Pro app, which allows access to various lens types. Thus, you can comfortably select the lens you want to use.
As expected of something labeled 'professional,' the Cinema Pro app has been updated with a new release. It now supports Touch AF, custom white balance, manual exposure metering, and some user interface enhancements.
Additionally, there's 2K 10-bit HDR 120fps and 4K 10-bit HDR 60fps quality expected to be updated via an Android update. Both the old and new Xperia models boast 10-bit color depth.
4. LG V60 ThinQ
LG phones have been equipped with a dedicated Pro Mode video app for manual control since the V10 version, released in 2015.
The LG V series is renowned for its excellent video recording capabilities, at a lower price point compared to its more famous competitors. However, the LG V60 ThinQ was previously sold for over 16 million VND. And this device was released in March 2020.
Similar to Samsung's flagship phones, the LG V60 can record videos up to 8K. This device lacks a telephoto camera, only featuring a wide-angle and ultra-wide-angle lens for the rear camera cluster.
Manual mode for video in LG V60 ThinQ includes all the adjustments you'd expect. Focus, ISO, shutter speed, white balance,... You can even customize the bitrate, which some filmmakers consider almost more important than setting the video resolution.
LG V60 ThinQ also allows you to shoot in HDR10+ mode, similar to Samsung's products.
The standout feature of the V60 ThinQ is the streamlined frame rate settings, all options are in one list. So, you can select from 1 frame per second up to a maximum of 240 frames per second.
Conclusion
So, we've just reviewed the names on the list of the best video recording smartphones of 2021 and explored in detail the advanced technologies from leading manufacturers.
Which product's video recording capability impressed you the most? Let's discuss in the comments below!
Source: momofilmfest.com
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