Achieve Flawless VR180 Video Stabilization with Canon EOS VR Utility V1.3 Update + Mocha Pro Tips

The Canon EOS VR Utility has just received a fantastic update with V1.3, and it's packed with features that will take your 3D VR180 video shooting to the next level! In this video, we're diving deep into all the technical details of this game-changing update. The highlight of this release is the introduction of Software Image Stabilization, and trust us, it's a game-changer. Whether you're a seasoned VR content creator or just getting started, this feature will unlock a world of creative possibilities when shooting moving 3D VR180 video.

We'll guide you through the ins and outs of this new software image stabilization feature, ensuring you understand how to leverage it to achieve the most stable and smooth 180 VR video possible. Imagine experiencing your VR content on Meta Quest 3 with buttery-smooth motion – it's a game-changer for your audience's immersion!

But that's not all. We're also taking it up a notch by showing you a professional stabilization workflow using BorisFX Mocha Pro and SynthEyes. If you're serious about your VR content, this is a must-watch.

So, if you're ready to elevate your VR filmmaking game and deliver jaw-dropping experiences to your viewers with the new Meta Quest 3 or the upcoming Apple Vision Pro, hit that play button, and let's go:

0:00 - EOS VR Utility V1.3 update highlights
1:38 - Why stabilization is so important in VR Filmmaking
2:40 - Moving VR Filmmaking Techniques & Common Mistakes
3:30 - Handheld VR180 Camera Technique
4:32 - Recommended Handheld Gears
5:08 - EOS VR Utility Image Stabilization Tutorial
7:15 - NEW Sharpness settings for Canon RAW
8:02 - Fix upside-down VR180 with NEW horizontal correction
8:25 - Support Canon R6 Mark II
9:11 - Canon R5C vs. R6 Mark II - my honest opinion
9:53 - NEW 3D 360 output format
10:49 - Edit VR180 in VR using Davinci Resolve (Tutorial)
12:27 - BorisFX Mocha Pro & Canon VR tracking & stabilization workflow
14:08 - Convert 3D 360 to VR180 with Google VR180 Creator Tool
15:30 - Download Google VR180 Creator Tool

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[mmdip]

Yes‼️ Thank you for all you do 👍🏻 Great info 🙏🏻

[DellWolfensparger]

This was a very informative video. Met you two at Meta Connect. Following up on the 360° discussion we had.

[marksoukup]

Thanks for the update Hugh! Aside from a small issue/bug with the new stabilization feature, it's definitely helping me with some R5 VR video I shot in Europe a couple months ago!

There is one odd issue though with the post stabilization. I filmed a few clips with people dancing at a wedding on a tripod. The EOS VR Utility software actually CREATED artificial camera shake into the exported video clips that wasn't there in the original clips! It did it for both the Blur Correction and Trackability stabilization. After reviewing the clips in my VR headset, I've concluded that the camera shake was tied to the amount of people dancing within frame. The more people dancing the more camera shake was added, and vice-versa. It's like the software thinks the people dancing is from camera shake, so it tries to stabilize them, hence added camera shake. Luckily those tripod clips were good enough without post stabilization that I can still use them. Hopefully Canon can improve upon their post stabilization analysis algorithms!

[cicadaone]

Excellent tutorial Hugh! Looking forward to try the 1.3 version of the utility and the new stabilization!

[OnyxLee]

Thank you for another great tut. I just tried the latest EOS VR utility on PC. With my 4080, the stabilization doesn't use GPU at all. The CPU stayed at 100% for a very long time just for a 2 minute video. Also, I can't figure out how to do stabilization in a batch.
Any help is much appreciated 🙏🙏🙏

[OnyxLee]

11:52, you mentioned the VR headset feature in premiere pro is completely broken. Do you mean the "Adobe immersive environment" is grayed out? It's August 2024. This option in my latest premiere pro is still gray.

[JohnLOfficial]

After trying the VR Utility again, even with denoise at maximum and sharpness dialled in, it still delivers sub par results with noisy black levels. Resolve denoising unfortunately seems to be the only solution which as you mentions is very render time intensive.

Another issue is only being able to export to DPX or HEVC on windows, no ProRes Option.

As much as I would like to use the utility for ease of use, the Mistika VR -> ProRes -> Resolve workflow seems to be the best for now.

[MINRoadkill]

I just got the R5C and love it, but as with every other VR venture I have been on, what I envision and what the software allows do not match up. My external power and CF Express have not arrived so I figured I would learn the photo side by taking some timelapses. I got everything setup and took my photos but when I tried using VR Utility to convert the images, I learn that only the jpgs can be loaded. That is like going to a vineyard, paying for their most exotic experience, and then they bring out a bag of cheap pretzels and a Schlitz. I am sure I will love using the software for raw videos, but jpg only on the photo side is a real bummer.

[FreedomFiveFL]

Do you have any videos where you explain how to do simple edits for 360VR video in Davinci? Im trying to learn how to use Davinci for this process, combine 360 video, light editing etc.

[moboxstore]

Excellent content my friend! I would like to know if it would be possible to connect to UBS studio for Live production ? I have a project that I'm going to do live in the studio with a green background, and I believe that this lens will suit me.

[TommyScott-gp]

what VR camera is the best to shoot VR 180 movies in highest quality. is it the 12K Camera from FXG - FM DUO or the Canon . Thank you sir

[timqwerty]

Is it possible to edit 180VR in Davinci with Pico 4? Thanks for tutorials, Hugh.

[milkedition]

When you shoot 8K30 do you add interpolated frames in post? I used to have the Vuze Xr and the low framerate ruined the footage. I wonder if a future headset player will be able to add them for you.

[vr-kung-fu]

Hi, thanks for this video ! What settings did you like best in terms of sharpening and nr inside EOS utility? Do you always use the same numbers or does it depend on the video ?

[TommyScott-gp]

WHich headset is best for watch 8K VR videos? I think quest 3 right? Coz Aero and Pimax is too expensive and not worth it for videos. what od u think

[raulcendonsoler]

Hello good! Let's see if you can answer a question for me... how can I incorporate stereoscopic photography into the video? What format do I use in premiere so that it is recognized as a stereo photo? thank you very much for all your content

[josephsalomon]

Hi
I am planning to buy the Canon 3D camera to do 3D products adverts to play on 3D Naked-Eye billboard.

Can you please tell me if the videos captured on this Canon camera can be played and viewed on 3D Naked-Eye Monitor

[gojudennis]

Hi Hugh do you have any recommendations for microphone for vr recording? I am using an r5&r5c

[paulct]

Can that Canon Dual-Fisheye Lens be used on something like the BlackMagic URSA Mini Pro 12k?

[Insomn]

For non-canon VR cameras, what tool would you use to convert 180SBS into 360OU?