How to Shoot Apple Log on iPhone 15/16/17 Pro (Beginner-Friendly Guide)
Apple introduced Apple Log to give iPhone creators the same kind of flexibility normally found on professional cameras. If you want cinematic-looking video from your iPhone 15 Pro, 16 Pro or 17 Pro, learning how to shoot in Apple Log is one of the easiest ways to step up your quality.
In this guide, you’ll learn what Apple Log is, how to turn it on, and the best settings to use for clean, colour-grade-ready footage.
What is Apple Log?
Apple Log is a flat colour profile that captures more dynamic range than standard iPhone video.
This means:
- Better highlight retention
- Softer rolloff
- More detail in bright and dark areas
- More room to colour grade in post
Apple Log is available on:
- iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max
- iPhone 16 Pro / Pro Max
- iPhone 17 Pro / Pro Max
If your phone supports Apple Log, you’ll see it in your camera settings.
How to Turn On Apple Log on iPhone
- Go to Settings
- Tap Camera
- Select Formats
- Under Video Capture, tap ProRes
- Choose Colour Encoding: Log
That’s it. Your iPhone will now shoot in Apple Log whenever you record in ProRes or HEVC Log.
Best Settings for Shooting Apple Log
Here are simple, reliable settings most creators use:
Resolution
- 4K for the highest quality (you might need an external SSD for 60fps)
- 1080p if you need to save storage
Frame Rate
- 24fps for cinematic motion
- 30/60fps for travel, action, or smooth movement
File Format
- ProRes for maximum quality
- HEVC (H.265) for smaller file sizes (recommended for most users)
When to Use the Blackmagic Camera App
The Blackmagic Camera app gives you more manual control, including:
- Manual white balance
- Manual exposure
- Proper monitoring tools
- Apple Log / Apple Log 2 support
It’s free and highly recommended for creators who want consistent footage.
How to Colour Grade Apple Log
Apple Log looks flat and washed out straight out of camera — that’s normal.
To get a cinematic image, apply a conversion LUT or creative LUT during editing.
If you want a fast, clean result made specifically for iPhone footage, check out our iPhone Apple Log LUT pack that converts Log to cinematic colour with one click.
👉 Explore the full pack here: iPhone Apple Log LUTs
Final Thoughts
Shooting in Apple Log gives you more control, better dynamic range and a more “filmic” foundation to grade. With the right LUTs, it’s one of the easiest ways to make your iPhone videos look like they came from a professional camera.