Moment has updated its Pro Camera App to version 5.2. This new version features an enhanced video engine, color space control, ProRes support, and other additional features.
The iPhone 15 Pro has certainly increased the level of interest in people wanting to use smartphones for more serious video work, although it is important to keep in mind that while they are certainly very capable devices, they are arguably not going to be a substitute for a proper camera for a lot of professional shooters. In saying that, it does depend on your individual requirements and what tools best work for you.
What’s new in version 5.2?
The biggest new addition is arguably the ability to now record in ProRes 422, HQ, LT, and Proxy. It is also nice that you can choose between Rec.709, Rec.2020 HDR, Display P3, and Apple Log (on compatible devices).
- Added support for ProRes video codecs (422, HQ, LT, and Proxy) on compatible models
- Added support for Dolby Vision video (10-bit HDR) on compatible models
- Added support for Apple Log on iPhone 15 Pro models. ProRes must be enabled in settings to access this log profile.
- Added support for 48 MP HEIF, JPG, TIFF, and ProRAW on compatible models
- Reduced latency when switching cameras
- Added Moment’s new T-Series 75mm macro lens
- When possible, switching cameras no longer resets the frame rate
- Improved video pipeline efficiency, reducing the risk of dropped frames
- Fixed orientation of HEIF timelapses using a slow shutter effect
- Fixed occasional app freeze when exporting a timelapse
- Fixed bug when switching capture modes using an Apple Watch
- Bitrate changes no longer require an app restart
If you are not familiar with the Moment Pro Camera App, it provides the following capabilities.
GENERAL FEATURES
- Full manual: control shutter speed, iso, exposure, focus, and white balance with easy-to-use sliders and double taps to reset
- Focus peaking: manually dial in your focus using highlighted in-focus regions
- Zebra stripes: quickly determine over- and under-exposed areas in the viewfinder
- Split focus and exposure: take control of tricky lighting scenarios
- Viewfinder grid: choose from thirds, square, and golden ratio
- Gyroscope: ensure your shot is level with an on-screen gyroscope and haptic feedback
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES
- RAW and TIFF: shoot photos in RAW/ProRAW format for better editing, or TIFF for high-quality printing
- RAW+JPG option: simultaneously get the best of both worlds
- Burst mode: capture burst shots in RAW format – capture action while maintaining the uncompressed quality pros want with RAW
- Bracketing: capture multiple exposures to stack later in your favorite editing apps
VIDEO FEATURES
- Color spaces: choose between Rec.709, Rec.2020 HDR, Display P3, and Apple Log (on compatible devices)
- Codecs: shoot in HEVC, H.264, or any of the 422 ProRes variants
- Video bitrates: get precise control over video quality with standard, medium, and high bitrate options
- RGB histogram: dial in your video color, balance, and exposure with a live RGB histogram
- Waveform monitor: evaluate video brightness and exposure across your shot in real time
- Audio meters: get just the right sound levels with real-time, precise, dual-channel (when available) audio levels
- Video stabilization: make your videos buttery smooth
- Video formats: change your resolution and frame rate on screen, without digging into a settings menu
- Anamorphic: use the Moment Anamorphic lens to shoot amazing, letterbox style photos and videos, with a de-squeeze option built in
PREMIUM FEATURES (In-App Purchases)
- Timelapse mode: capture stunning time-lapse videos
- Slow Shutter mode: long exposure shots with motion blur or light trails
WORKS WITH
- Lens control: manually control which of the triple/dual lenses you want to shoot with so you can use Moment lenses over either one
- Moment lenses: access options like anamorphic de-squeeze and distortion correction
- Moment battery case: works with the DSLR-like shutter button on our photography cases for half-press and full-press capture. Take better photos, faster.
- Apple Watch: use your watch as a remote to shoot photos or record videos
- Siri Shortcuts: quick access to capture a photo or start a video
Price & Availability
The Moment Pro Camera App costs $6.99 USD. It certainly faces very stiff competition from the free Blackmagic Camera app.
