Complete Guide To The Blackmagic Camera App

Learn how to master the Blackmagic Camera app and shoot professional quality video with an iPhone.

What you'll learn

Learn to use the Blackmagic Camera app to shoot pro quality video

Learn the best settings for shooting slow motion video

Learn how and why to shoot Apple Log and use LUTs with the app

Learn how to record video and audio to an SSD

Requirements

A general knowledge of film or video terms and concepts is ideal, but not mandatory. Various gear, software and techniques mentioned might sound unfamiliar otherwise. But, if you're a novice don't worry as you can learn along the way.

Description

Learn how to master the Blackmagic Camera app in this in-depth video training series. This is the iOS and Android camera app that has taken the mobile video & filmmaking world by storm!In this guide I start with the basics of getting to know the app, then learn how to use it to shoot professional quality video with your iPhone.Covers these topics and more:Choosing resolution and frame rateManually control white balance, exposure and focusUsing histograms, zebras and focus assistShooting slow motionAutomatic rack focus controlsUsing presets to quickly repeat different shooting setupsAudio settingsShooting Apple LogHDMI video monitoringWireless remote camera controlUsing Blackmagic CloudOverall Best Practices for before, during and after your shootSuggested Requirements:A compatible iPhone or Android with the Blackmagic Camera app installed (it's a free app).Note, this is NOT a filmmaking "how to" course. Here we focus on how to use the Blackmagic Camera app to create high quality videos and films. Check out our companion course "Smartphone Cinematography 101" for comprehensive lessons on the craft & techniques of visual storytelling and shooting mobile video.Additional note: The app is now available for both iOS and Android devices. This course was made using an iPhone, but most of the features and operations are the same. Although, some features demoed in the course do require an iPhone (like for ProRes) or an iPhone 15/16 Pro or Pro Max to use (for Apple Log), however, you do NOT need a 15/16 series iPhone to use most features in the app.Don't wait to create! Start today and unlock the potential of this amazing mobile video app.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome & About The Course

Section 2: Getting To Know the App

Lecture 2 General Overview | App Interface & Controls

Lecture 3 General Overview | Screen Controls (Pt.1)

Lecture 4 General Overview | Screen Controls (Pt.2)

Lecture 5 General Overview | Screen Controls (Pt.3)

Section 3: App Menu Features & Settings

Lecture 6 Menu Features | Media Tab

Lecture 7 Menu Features | Chat & Settings Tabs

Lecture 8 Record Menu Settings

Lecture 9 Camera Menu Settings

Lecture 10 Audio Menu Settings

Lecture 11 Monitor Menu Settings

Lecture 12 Media & LUTs Menu Settings

Lecture 13 Presets Menu Settings

Lecture 14 Accessories & Other Menu Settings

Section 4: App "How To" Basics

Lecture 15 Frame Rates, Resolution & Slowmo

Lecture 16 Setting Proper Exposure

Lecture 17 Best Shutter & ISO Settings

Lecture 18 Choosing the Best Codec

Lecture 19 Using HEVC & Apple Log for Social Media (iPhone 15/16)

Lecture 20 Which Stabilization To Use

Lecture 21 Zooming & Switching Cameras

Section 5: Advanced Features

Lecture 22 Advanced | HDMI Monitoring

Lecture 23 Advanced | Automated Focus Pulls (Rack focus)

Lecture 24 Advanced | Using Blackmagic Cloud

Lecture 25 Advanced | Using Wireless Camera Control

Lecture 26 Advanced | Recording via USB-C (iPhone 15/16)

Lecture 27 Advanced | Audio/Video Recording Accessories

Lecture 28 Advanced | DIY iPhone SSD Rig (iPhone 15/16)

Lecture 29 Advanced | Color Correcting Apple Log (iPhone 15/16)

Lecture 30 Additional Resources & Links

Section 6: Best Practices & Thank You

Lecture 31 Best Practices | Before, During & After The Shoot

Lecture 32 Connect and Share Your Work

Indie filmmakers, student filmmakers, YouTube creators, mobile journalists, documentary filmmakers, vloggers, corporate, real estate or social media video producers, etc.,Whether you're a beginner just getting into iPhone video and using Blackmagic or are coming from another app like FiLMiC Pro,Really anyone who wants to create professional video with a iPhone (and even make money using it)