If you’re in search of phones that excel in video recording and vlogging, it’s crucial to consider several features.
Features like sensor size, resolution, high frame rates, optical image stabilization (OIS), a powerful chipset, a dedicated image processing chip, and manual controls are high priorities in determining a device with high video quality,
For those into vlogging—a significant trend in recent years—having a high-quality front-facing camera can be beneficial.
In 2024, flagship smartphones offer impressive video recording capabilities including 8K resolution, high frame rates, enhanced HDR, and cinematic effects. Here are the top phones for videography this year:
1. iPhone 15 Pro Max
The iPhone 15 Pro Max shines with its video recording capabilities, supporting up to 60fps 4K video. Its Cinematic mode allows for 4K HDR recording at 30fps, while the Action mode, akin to a gimbal, enhances stabilization for fast-moving scenes like sports. It also features 1080p slow-motion recording at 120fps or 240fps. Additional features include OIS, ProRes, time-lapse, and HDR with Dolby Vision.
2. iPhone 15 Pro
Offering similar videography features as the Pro Max, the iPhone 15 Pro supports 60fps 4K video, Cinematic mode, and Action mode. Despite being slightly more affordable and having a smaller display and battery, it shares the same rear camera setup, ensuring comparable video performance to the Pro Max.
3. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Galaxy S24 Ultra supports up to 30fps 8K video recording. It comes equipped with OIS, portrait videography, dual recording with front and rear cameras, autofocus during recording, 10-bit HDR, and 60fps 4K recording with the selfie camera. AI Frame Rate Conversion (AI FRC) technology allows it to convert standard 24fps HD videos into smooth 60fps UHD slow-motion clips and even push 240fps Full HD footage to 120fps UHD slow-motion for dramatic effects.
4. Vivo X100 Pro
The Vivo X100 Pro features three 50MP rear cameras that support up to 60fps 4K video recording. Its main camera can shoot 30fps 8K videos and 4K cinematic portrait videos. Notably, it is the only phone on this list with a one-inch Sony IMX989 sensor, ensuring clear video capture even in low light. The in-house Vivo V3 chip also enhances advanced portrait videography.
5. OnePlus 12
The OnePlus 12 supports 24fps 8K and up to 60fps 4K video recording. It offers 4K HDR video with Dolby Vision at 30fps, as well as features like 1080p slow-motion videos, dual view (recording with front and rear cameras simultaneously), time-lapse, and Pro mode for more control.
(Vanguard News)
