APPLE LOG #1 | Cinematic Film | Blackmagic Camera

APPLE LOG #1 | Cinematic Film Shot on Blackmagic Camera
Edited and Graded in DaVinci Resolve

The iPhone 15 Pro is now a 10-bit video camera that films in Log. Wow!!

WHAT DOES A FILMMAKER DO
1. Shoot MANUAL (if you know what you are doing) with Blackmagic Camera.
2. Use an VND Filter (I didn't use one in this video) to not crank the shutter.
3. Shoot LOG 10-bits (and edit Color in post with DaVinci Resolve).

WHERE IS APPLE LOG AVAILABLE

Is Apple Log available only in the Pro models or in all iPhone models?

Apple's Log video recording feature is exclusive to the Pro models. Apple's Log video recording feature is exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models. It is not available on the standard iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Plus. This feature is not available on previous Pro models like the iPhone 14 Pro.

WHY BLACKMAGIC CAMERA
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SHOUD I CARE ABOUT BITRATE OR COLOR DEPTH?
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IS IT 10-BIT COLOR DEPTH?

The Blackmagic Camera app on the iPhone 15 Pro Max allows you to record 10-bit video using the H.265 (HEVC) codec. To achieve this, set the color space to Rec. 2020 or Apple Log. These settings enable the capture of a wider color gamut and dynamic range, essential for professional-quality video.

It's important to note that while H.265 recordings in these color spaces are 10-bit, they use 4:2:0 chroma subsampling. In contrast, ProRes recordings are 10-bit with 4:2:2 chroma subsampling, offering higher color fidelity.

OVEREXPOSING in APPLE LOG

Overexposing when using Apple Log on the iPhone 15 Pro Max is not necessarily required, but it's a commonly recommended technique under certain conditions to maximize image quality and reduce noise in the shadows.

Overexposing by 1–2 stops in Apple Log can be beneficial, especially in low-light or challenging lighting conditions, but it's not strictly required. Proper monitoring and understanding of your scene's dynamic range are essential to determine the best exposure.

BASE ISO for APPLE LOG: 55, 100, 200, 1600

Which is the Base ISO in Apple Log? Is Dual ISO the iPhone Pro Max?

Apple has not publicly disclosed the base ISO for Apple Log on the iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, practical tests suggest that the optimal ISO setting for shooting in Apple Log is ISO 25. This setting appears to offer the best dynamic range and minimal noise, indicating it might be the native ISO for this mode.

Regarding Dual Native ISO functionality, the iPhone 15 Pro Max does not feature a dual native ISO system. Unlike some professional cameras that have two distinct native ISOs to optimize performance in varying lighting conditions, the iPhone 15 Pro Max operates with a single native ISO. Therefore, to achieve optimal image quality, it's advisable to shoot at or near the base ISO of 25 when using Apple Log.

For a detailed analysis of the best ISO settings for shooting in Apple Log on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, you might find this video helpful:

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APPLE LOG AND ProRes RAW (only Final Cut Pro): CHANGING ISO and WB in post

APPLE LOG 10-bit provides you with Color Depth. ProRes provides you with Bitrate. ProRes RAW provides you with the ability to change ISO and WB in post, but it is not available in DaVinci Resolve.

DaVinci Resolve offers robust color grading tools but does not natively support the raw adjustments (ISO/WB) for ProRes RAW unless using third-party plugins. Native ProRes RAW workflows are better suited for Final Cut Pro.

Final Cut Pro fully supports ProRes RAW, allowing adjustments to ISO and White Balance directly in post-production. This is ideal for fine-tuning exposure and color temperature, especially when shooting in Apple Log.

Apple Log provides a flat, cinematic color profile designed to maximize dynamic range and flexibility for grading. The ability to adjust ISO and WB in ProRes RAW complements Apple Log by enabling finer control over the raw sensor data. Using Apple Log with ProRes RAW allows you to preserve the flat color profile for creative grading while leveraging the flexibility of raw data adjustments.

In DaVinci Resolve, while you can color grade Apple Log footage extensively, raw adjustments for ISO/WB might require conversion or additional tools. Final Cut Pro is the optimal choice for a seamless Apple Log + ProRes RAW workflow due to its native support for ProRes RAW controls.

Ensure your footage is shot with accurate exposure and color temperature to minimize reliance on post-adjustments, especially if using DaVinci Resolve. Use Final Cut Pro if you require extensive control over ISO and WB during post-production. By combining Apple Log with ProRes RAW's post-production capabilities, you gain a highly flexible workflow suited for high-end cinematic projects.