Free Android Alternative to The Blackmagic Camera App (Not Filmic Pro)

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The blackmagic video app still is far superior to this android alternative, but the fact that the pro video mode on the Galaxy S23 Ultra and on other android phones is free makes this option very attractive! The Blackmagic Video app on the iPhone 15 Pro Max also let's you record in Apple LOG which is just amazing!

🎬 Ready to turn your Android device into a filmmaking powerhouse without breaking the bank? In this video, we dive into the FREE "Pro Video Mode" available on most Android phones, offering a feature-packed alternative to the Blackmagic Video App on iOS. 📱💪

🔗 Pro Video Mode Features:

🌟 Full Manual Controls: Dial in settings like a pro with complete control over focus, exposure, and white balance.
🎤 Audio Capture: While not as robust as some paid options, Pro Video Mode lets you capture audio and you can choose the source and see the levels
🔧 Limitations and Workarounds:

🚫 Limited Lens Support: While Pro Video Mode supports native lenses, add-on lenses may not be fully compatible for advanced features.
🤔 Anamorphic Challenges: Experience some limitations with anamorphic shooting, including the absence of automatic desqueezing.
🎙️ Basic Audio Controls: Manage audio recording directly within the app, though advanced controls may require additional tools.

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00:00 Blackmagic Camera app for the iPhone
00:44 Make money creating content with your Smartphone
01:40 Android Alternative to the Blackmagic Camera App
2:47 Android Pro Video Mode Settings Explained
3:12 ISO
3:28 Shutterspeed (Motion Blur and Exposure)
4:02 Focus (Auto Focus, Manual Focus, Peaking)
4:42 White Balance
5:14 Microphone/Audio Options
5:50 Zooming (don't do this!)
6:23 Camera Settings Explained
8:57 Pro Video Mode - A Real Alternative to the Blackmagic Camera App?

[ricaoalves]

My God. I'm brazilian, and I had to come in a gringo video to see this. Bought my phone like a 4 years ago and I had no idea. Thanks

[PatrickMastersProductions]

Does it let you record directly to external SSD?

[ectoproductions]

Dang, was looking for an ANDROID app, not a Samsung-only thing. Samsung does not equate to all of Android.

[chrisbogart]

Key phrase was: "Still get Sort of the same features" Hmmmm - BMC app on iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max really rocks and free! Love my BM cameras and this app. It will take something spectacular to unset the new leader in using your cell phone to do high quality video. The big feature that has streamlined my workflow is the automatic generation of the proxy for Apple Log. That has made my workflow into Davinci Resolve so sweet! Big time saver. But also understand the frustration of other brands not having a free app.

[Ohmysaitama]

Stock camera cannot clear HDMI output when connected to external display

[icyjaam]

That was clickbait. You could have said MCpro 24fps or motion cam but, this was dissapointing.

[Skylda]

does hdr10+ make sense or the higher bitrate, you can turn on both in options?

[stroiesbysatish]

The absence of 25fps (PAL formats) is a significant drawback in the EU, especially when recording practical lights due to flickering issues.

[CardonaJason]

This is great. I'm going to create all kinds of mayhem now! Thanks a bunch for this

[leosylver]

How come we can't change the contrast, highlights and shadows in 4k or 8k?

[mibohm]

You can tell want you want but this is no way a real alternative to the Blackmagic Camera even a bad.

[BatakGemblung]

Great video bro!
I just installed this app 2 weeks a go, my app version is 1.5.1.0002 and s23 ultra.. but i think the stabilization is not working on my phone. I tried switching from off- opitical- standard..
Did i missed something?

[edziustrzebonski]

I am looking for a remote controle as filmic pro has for android. Do you know one?

[dae-]

Where did you did you get the BlackMagic App for Android? I son't see it in the App store.

[robertfontaine]

It really suckd that Blackmagic isn't available on Android.

[Dimidth_Petkovski]

I couldn't get the app in playstore. Can you pls provide the link for the app?

[mdnahidseo]

Do u need a profetional youtube thumbnail designer?