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The iPhone 16 Pro has arrived, sparking discussions about its capabilities for professional filmmaking.
It was announced that The Weeknd's new music video 'Dancing in the Flames' was shot using the iPhone 16 Pro, highlighting Apple's innovative technology. This time, we delve into the behind-the-scenes of the music video production and explore new possibilities for creative visual expression using smartphones.
The Aesthetics of Slow Motion Captured by iPhone 16 Pro
The Weeknd's music video fully utilizes the latest iPhone 16 Pro's 4K resolution and 120 frames per second (fps) slow-motion capabilities. This allows for beautifully detailed motion reproduction, creating visuals that seem to slow down time.
Director of photography Eric Hendrickson stated, 'It felt like shooting with a professional camera, allowing for freely creative visuals,' showcasing the potential of smartphones.
Crossing the Boundary Between Professional and Smartphone
The iPhone 16 Pro, equipped with the A18 Pro chip and advanced Apple Intelligence features, is hailed as 'the most advanced iPhone model yet.'
The video, shot in Dolby Vision at 4K 120 fps, achieves smooth slow-motion, opening new horizons in filmmaking. 'The quality is so good you forget you're shooting with an iPhone, making it a powerful tool especially for young filmmakers,' commented the video staff.
Behind the Scenes: Unveiling New Possibilities
The video was shot in Apple ProRes Log format, expanding editing flexibility. The iPhone 16 Pro excels in expressing light reflections and shadows, even in scenes using HDMI backlighting.
Transcending the boundaries of smartphones, the iPhone 16 Pro is gaining attention as a tool with new potential for creative filmmaking.
