The iPhone X introduced a powerful dual camera system that allows users to capture stunning photos and videos. One of the standout video features is slow motion recording, which lets you slow down fast action to highlight details that would normally be missed.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to shoot and edit slow motion videos on the iPhone X, using both the native Camera app and third party editing apps. With over 10 years of experience shooting videos professionally, I’ll share tips to help you master this fun iPhone videography feature.
Table of Contents
Enabling Slow Motion in Camera Settings
The first step is to check your camera settings to ensure slow motion is enabled properly:
- Open the Settings app and tap Camera
- Select Record Slo-mo
- Choose the resolution and frames per second (fps). The higher the fps, the slower the video will appear. Options are:
- 1080p at 120 fps
- 1080p at 240 fps (slowest option but reduces video quality)
I recommend starting with 1080p at 120 fps as it provides a good balance of high video quality and solid slow motion effect.
Shooting Slow Motion Videos
Once your settings are configured, open the Camera app and swipe to the Slo-mo mode.
When ready to shoot, tap the red record button. Try to capture fast motions like sports, splashing water, or fast-moving vehicles. The higher the motion speed, the more dramatic it will appear slowed down.
Remember to keep your iPhone steady! Attach a tripod mount or stabilizer for best results.
When finished, tap the record button again to stop filming. Congrats, you just shot your first slow motion video on iPhone X!
Viewing and Sharing Slow Motion Videos
To view your new slow motion masterpiece, open the Photos app and navigate to the Slo-mo album.
Tap to play the video – it will now magically play in silky smooth slow motion!
At this point you can share via Messages, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube etc.
For further editing, continue reading.
Editing Slow Motion Video Sections
The iPhone X makes it simple to choose exactly which sections of your video play in slow motion. No editing app required!
In the Photos app, tap “Edit” on your slo-mo video. Drag the vertical white bars below the video left or right to change which sections play in slow motion. Fine tune until you achieve your desired effect.
This allows you to highlight the most dramatic moments in glorious slow motion, while keeping the rest of the video at normal speed.
Advanced Editing with Third Party Apps
For more advanced effects, you can edit in specialized slow motion video editor apps. One top rated option is “Slow Motion Video Editor” available on the iOS App Store.
This app lets you further customize speed variations throughout the video, add music synced to the slow motion effects, overlay graphics, filters and more.
While the native iPhone camera provides a simple yet powerful slow motion video option, third party editing apps open up a whole new world of possibilities to unleash your creativity.
Have fun capturing your next action packed adventure in stunning high quality slow motion video on the iPhone X! Let me know if you have any other questions.
