A Guide on Recording 4K Video on iPhone Similarly to How Danny Boyle Captured It for '28 Days Later'

A Guide on Recording 4K Video on iPhone Similarly to How Danny Boyle Captured It for '28 Days Later'

Tech Venture: It's no secret that 2002's 28 Days Later fueled my passion for the undead back in the day. I'm beyond excited to witness the new chapter, 28 Years Later, hitting theaters on June 20. Fun fact, director Danny Boyle actually utilized iPhones to film some key scenes in the new movie, as he shared in our exclusive interview for the Say More video podcast [1].

In the photograph below, you'll notice an elaborate camera setup featuring 20 iPhone 15s [2], designed specifically for "bullet time" scenes in 28 Years Later. Boyle mentioned the numerous advantages of using iPhones while creating movies, such as their light weight and the ability to record videos in 4K, which significantly reduces the need for enormous cloud storage [1]. While you might not have Boyle's abundance of devices or a custom-built rig, shooting 4K on your iPhone is simpler than you might think.

Capturing 4K on iPhone

So, here's the lowdown on how to record 4K videos on your iPhone:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on Camera.
3. Tap on Record Video.
4. From the list of resolution and frame rate options, pick a 4K resolution option, like:
5. 4K at 24 fps for a cinematic look.
6. 4K at 30 fps for standard, high-resolution footage.
7. 4K at 60 fps for smooth motion, perfect for action or slow-motion sequences [3].
8. (Optionally) Enable HDR video (Dolby Vision) if your iPhone supports it, for enhanced dynamic range and color vibrancy [3].

Shooting 4K videos may consume massive storage, so keep that in mind. Additionally, it'll drain your battery life, so plan accordingly.

For additional camera settings like HDR and white balance, locate the Settings app, select Camera, and tap on Record Video.

That's it! Apple streamlined the process to make it surprisingly hassle-free.

Now that you've learned how to capture stunning 4K videos, it's about time for you to start your own horror film dynasty!

References:

1. Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko's Exclusive Interview with Danny Boyle for Say More
2. Image of Custom-Built iPhone Rig
3. Enhance Your Smartphone Filmmaking Skills, from Expanding Your Storage to Third-Party Apps
4. The new movie, 28 Years Later, used Google's iPhone for key scenes, as revealed by director Danny Boyle in the Say More video podcast.
5. If you own an iPhone, you can capture videos in 4K resolution, just like the tech used in 28 Years Later.
6. To record 4K videos on your iPhone, follow these simple steps: open the Settings app, scroll to the Camera options, choose a 4K resolution — such as 4K at 24 fps for a cinematic look or 4K at 60 fps for smooth motion — and consider enabling HDR video if your iPhone supports it.
7. After learning to capture 4K videos on your iPhone, you'll be ready to create your own horror film masterpieces and build your tech gadgets legacy.

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