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# Resources for filming with an iPhone
## Basic Guidelines
1. Make sure to film horizontally when shooting with your iPhone
2. Use a dedicated Filmmaking app (more information on that down below)
3. Get good audio - use an external micrphone either a lav or even another iphone placed close to subject 
4. Shoot in good lighting
    * This isnt always possible, but making sure you have the best light possible will make for a much higher quality recording
## General Overview In-Depth Guides
* [How to Make a Movie on iPhone — A Step-by-Step Guide](https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/how-to-make-a-movie-on-iphone/)
*  [THE ULTIMATE BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO SMARTPHONE FILMMAKING](https://momofilmfest.com/the-ultimate-beginners-guide-to-smartphone-filmmaking/)
* [HOW TO MAKE A SHORT FILM WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE](https://momofilmfest.com/how-to-make-a-short-film-with-your-smartphone/)
* [Three iPhone Cinematography Tips for Beginner Filmmakers](https://www.desktop-documentaries.com/iphone-cinematography-tips.html)

## Specific Filmmaking Apps (free and paid)
* **Disclaimer:** While I recommend using a dedicated app for filming, you can use the stock iOS camera app. Just make sure to shoot horizontally, and to lock in your Auto-Exposure and Auto-Focus
    * [Here is a link to Apple's support site explaining how to do this](https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/set-up-your-shot-iph3dc593597/ios#aria-iph76945a2c2)
* [Halide](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/halide/id885697368) - Free
* [Mavis Pro](https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id979227459) - $5.99
* [Filmic Pro](https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id436577167) - $14.99
