 It is a beautiful day outside and I got one question for you. Do you use your iPhone to shoot videos? If not, you're missing out because shooting videos on your phone is easier than ever before. I'm shooting on my iPhone right now and gone are those days when you needed a bulky camera and tripod to get great looking footage. And in today's video, I'll be sharing with you my experience of why shooting on my phone has made my life easier. What's going on folks? I'm Benedict Razor here with smartphonefilmmaking.com the best online school where I help you take your mobile filmmaking skills to the next level. And in this video, I wanted to share with you my experience and talk about why shooting videos on my iPhone has made my life much easier. And in the past, if I wanted to shoot videos, I would have to lug around a heavy and big DSLR camera and all of its accessories. Not only was this freaking heavy, but it was also a pain to carry around and cost me some physical health problems. If you're a filmmaker or video creator, you probably know what I'm talking about. I just wanted you to know that poor equipment choices and bad habits can lead to serious consequences. When I started shooting on an iPhone, I immediately noticed the benefits. Not only was I saving my back and shoulders from all the heavy lifting, but the filming process in general has become simpler and easier. And in case you're wondering, yes, you can shoot high quality videos with just your iPhone. Now, if you're thinking about getting into mobile filmmaking or planning to switch from a DSLR to an iPhone or want to use it in combination, then this video is for you. I'll go over some of the reasons why filming on an iPhone has made my life much easier and hopefully it will convince you to give it a try. So this is going to be more of a vlog style video using my iPhone as I like to shoot vlogs with it. So one of the best things about filming with an iPhone is it's convenient. I always have my phone with me so I can always shoot a video whenever possible. I don't have to worry about lugging a bunch of heavy equipment and I just have this bag with me. And if I, whoa, it's getting super bright. I'm gonna take out my glasses. Wait a second. Whoo. Yeah. It's shining. Anyway, if I see something that would make a great video, I would just whip out my phone and start filming. This has saved me time and hassle and I've been able to capture some great footage because of it. Now, like I said, shooting videos with my iPhone is quick and easy. No need to set up any complicated equipment. All I need is my iPhone and I'm good to go. This has made filming much simpler and more straightforward for me as I don't have to take the time to set up a bunch of different pieces of equipment, especially when it comes to shooting travel type content. I don't want to spend hours setting up my equipment. I just want to point and shoot and enjoy the experience. When I first started using my iPhone to shoot videos, I was worried that the quality wouldn't be as good as it would be if I used a DSLR camera, but I was actually surprised to find that the quality of the footage actually looks quite good. I mean, even doing these vlogs looks great. Sure, it will not be the same as using a DSLR camera, but it's still pretty damn good. Most people watching my videos probably wouldn't even notice the difference. Whenever I release a video shot on my iPhone, I show it to my filmmaking friends who are always impressed with the quality. So if you're thinking about making the Switch to mobile filmmaking, but are worried about the quality of the footage, don't be. If you know how to shoot well and edit, you can make your mobile videos look awesome. I am literally on my knees right now. Now, did you know you can go beyond the limits of your phone's camera to create even better looking footage? For example, I often use the app Filmic Pro to shoot professional type of videos. This app gives me complete control over the look and feel of my footage. Also, tools like a smartphone gimbal can help stabilize your footage and make it look even smoother. Also, third-party lenses, such as the ones from Sandmark that I will link in the description can help improve the quality of your videos because not all built-in lenses on my iPhone 13 Pro Max produce the same image quality, especially in low-light situations. What's essential for you to know is that with the right apps and tools, you can go beyond the limits of your iPhone's camera to shoot some pretty amazing footage. So I often use the app InShot to edit my videos as it's quick and easy to use. I can trim the footage and add text and music and even create slow motion video. If you're someone who makes reels for social media and are looking for a quick way to edit your videos, then the InShot app is definitely for you. Sometimes I'll also use the app LumaFusion for more advanced editing on the go, but that's more for longer videos that require more complex editing. And that's what I really like about using your phone. You can not only film on it, but also edit. Now I hope the backlight doesn't distract too much. Now I wanna make things clear. Another great thing about filming with an iPhone is that you don't need to spend much money on expensive equipment to get started. To start making videos, all you need is your phone and you're good to go. This means that anyone can start filming regardless of the budget. You can always upgrade your equipment as your skills and needs develop. You also don't have to have the newest and latest iPhone to shoot great videos. As long as your phone can record, you can start filming. Many content creators on YouTube create their videos using just their phone. And they also have successful channels, so don't let the lack of equipment stop you from pursuing your filmmaking dreams. So it's starting to rain. I'm gonna end this video now. Yeah, as you can see, there are many advantages to filming with an iPhone. If you're thinking about making videos, just give it a try with the camera you have in your pocket. You might be surprised at how easy and enjoyable it can be. I can say that it made my life much easier and has allowed me to create content that I'm proud of. And if you can impress others with just your iPhone, imagine what you could do with a little bit more experience and better equipment. So if you're looking to improve your smartphone filmmaking skills, be sure to check out my smartphone filmmaking course where you can join other students in learning how to make amazing videos with your phone. It covers over five hours of exclusive content and is growing daily and covers everything from planning and shooting your shots to editing your final product. Also make sure to download my free smartphone filmmaking guide, which includes my 10 step process to filming great videos with your smartphone. If you enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe to my channel for more smartphone filmmaking tutorials. Thank you so much for watching. Keep it mobile and I will see you in the next video. Bye.