Phone cameras are getting so advanced these days, even professional videographers are impressed at the capabilities they offer. The higher pixel count, smart features like night mode, facial detection and a slew of other features make filming videos so much more approachable thanks to the evolution of smartphone cameras.
But some smartphones stand out from others in the video capture segment. One such phone is the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, which offers mind-blowing resolutions and a range of director-level features along with its own built-in editing software. We got a few videographers to try the phone out and this is what they had to say:
1. “This thing can shoot in 8K resolution???”
You better believe it. The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G can shoot videos in a whopping 8K resolution, which is two times higher than 4K Ultra HD. That means you can expect crisp recording plus way more detail all of which can be fully experienced through an 8K TV or monitor screen.
Every video enthusiast will also appreciate the full control they get in Pro Video Mode for features such as:
- ISO
- Shutter speed
- Manual focus and more
The phone can also shoot in 24fps with 16:9 or 21:9 aspect ratios to get that wide cinematic feel for their videos.
2. “Background noise is not a problem anymore”
We all know how frustrating it is when we’re recording a video and there’s a ton of background noise. With the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, you can connect any Bluetooth microphone of your choice and have full control over audio volume and even isolate your subject’s voice!
3. “The bokeh effect is amazing, just like the real thing!”
The Live Focus feature adds depth to your videos, which is what photographers and videographers call the ‘bokeh’ effect. This effect isolates your subject by blurring out the background and keeping them in focus, which provides a more natural perspective. There are also a few different effects you can choose from–apart from the standard blur effect–which are:
- Big circle – Blurs the background even further, providing more focus on your subject
- Colourpoint – Isolates one colour and makes the rest of the background black and white
- Glitch – A cool glitch effect that is applied only to the background while your subject stays normal
4. “There’s so much control I can get over my shots!”
Zoom in, zoom out, zoom in, zoom out
As any videographer would say about their camera, they would need as much precision as they can get to achieve the exact footage they have envisioned. For example, you can manipulate the camera zoom during recording to create dramatic close-ups or zoom out for the grand reveal of a whole scene.
No more shaky shots or needing extra equipment like a dolly on wheels to produce smooth zooming!
5. “Even my DSLR can’t capture this many frames per second”
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You can set the phone’s camera to shoot in a speedy 120 frames per second to produce super slow-motion videos. Think of all the possibilities you can create with this feature when combined with all the other features mentioned above. This is just the tip of the iceberg as there’s so much more this phone offers that will help you produce amazing videos.
6. “I thought my hands were super stable but it’s actually the phone”
This was shot free-hand!
Camera gimbals and stabilisers are quite an essential tool for videographers especially when shooting action shots or from a moving vehicle. With Advanced AI stabilisation, the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G eliminates the need for any extra stabilisation gear as it smooths out your shots on its own.
7. “Snapshots I take from my recordings are so clear!”
This is especially handy if you’re a YouTuber. Getting the perfect thumbnail is almost as essential as getting your footage right and with the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, you can drag your 8K video timeline and take a 33MP snapshot of the frame you want!
This eliminates the need to download and import your footage into a video editor and taking a snapshot from there. That’s a lot of time and effort saved!
8. “This phone is perfect for any artist or creator”
The Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G offers such user-friendly features, anyone looking to express their creativity through the videos and photos they create will find it super easy to work with. Whether you’re a budding creator or an established artist, this phone has plenty to offer.
Just check out what local street artist Kenji Chai did with the S Pen and doodle feature!
Let your creativity run wild!
The phone is not just a video creator’s dream, it’s also the ultimate photographer’s companion as it boasts a 108MP rear camera with 50x Super-Resolution Zoom, an incredible night mode and more!
To find out more about the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G’s other features and specs, head over to their website or follow Samsung’s Facebook and Instagram pages to stay up to date on their products.
If you’re into making videos and photography, this is the phone you should look at when you plan to upgrade!
