Atomos Ninja Phone Turns iPhone 15 Into 10 bit ProRes Video Capture Device
Last Updated on April 30, 2024 12:09 pm by Jeffrey Powers
Since the switch to USB-C in the iPhone 15, we’ve seen some awesome improvements in camera phone video. For example, Atomos has created the Ninja Phone, a device that can capture your HDMI video for confidence, correction, and recording.
What is the Atomos Ninja Phone
The power of the Atomos Ninja system right on the phone, using the retina display of the iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max. The device has a video co-processor inside that will push video from your camera to the phone
Since it’s an iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max, the camera will have a HDR OLED screen, 1600nit peak highlight brightness, 460ppi resolution, and a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio.
10-bit ProRes Recording
Even if your camera doesn’t do ProRes, the Ninja Phone will record in 10-bit ProRes – just like any Ninja device does. This gives you four times the range of colors and shades, and reduces color banding. You can then post process and color correct without color issues.
Histogram, Zebra, other filters
The Ninja Phone will be able to identify hotspots, color profiles, and more through the settings.
Record or Stream for Remote Management
You can use the phone to record a backup. I like the idea that I can record from camera and from phone, then take the phone with me to review. If I see a scene that really didn’t get shot right, the crew can come back to it the next day.
With the Stream via 5G or Wifi, you can have it up to social platforms within minutes. Better yet, you can have people reviewing the video remotely so they can identify any problems.
This could keep numbers reduced on stage and everyone working. If I had a delayed flight, or had to take a meeting off-set, I can continue to review footage being shot so the production continues forward.
Cables that Lock
The case fits over the iPhone, locking the USB-C in place. The external HDMI and USB-C have locking cable ports to ensure connection at all times.
The case also comes with a battery shoe, to give the case power for longer remote shoots.
Turn a Camera Horizontal
The Ninja Phone also will work vertically for Reels, Shorts, and live Vertical events. Simply turn the camera 90 degrees, and continue to shoot.
Price and availability
The Atomos Ninja Phone is $399 and available now in Pre-order.
Check out the Atomos Ninja Phone site for more information.
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