Recorded 1 hour + video with tweaked settings, started running slow towards end. Then when I ended the recording it crashed. It said it was taking up storage somewhere, then it went away. Won't be using again, hoping for a refund since now it crashes and I can't rely on it to reliably record.
Pros:
The interface is very intuitive, clean, and simple.
The automotion and the instant grade features really differentiate this app from the competition and simplify the shooting process.
Cons:
More than half the grades are only available for log footage so if you don't have an iPhone 15 you won't have access to them. It's a shame they couldn't produce equivalent grades for standard rec709 as well but maybe they will in the future? I also tried to import multiple LUTs from my davinci resolve folder but could not get any to import successfully despite the LUTs working fine in Davinci. The .cube files were within the 33x33 size limit as well so not sure what the issue was there.
Also external microphones do not seem to be supported. I tested with the Hollyland Lark m2 Bluetooth microphones and was unable to get it to work. This is a shame given that this is supposed to be a pro app and audio quality from the onboatlrd iphone microphone leaves much to be desired. Hopefully this can be added in the near future.
Finally, there is no tap to focus or tap to adjust exposure like there is in the default iphone camera app. This may have been a deliberate design decision but it would be nice to have the option to enable/disable these features for those who want them.
Developer Response
We're sorry to hear you're running into trouble. If you reach out to support@lux.camera we'll dive right into what could be happening.This is what app design is all about
Taking something you thought was done
And showing that we have not even begun
Professionals (and amateurs) beware. This app is limited and overpriced. That might be fine (who am I to stop people being separated from their money) if it actually worked. What’s wrong with it? Let’s see:
LUT import is broken, effect selection is laggy beyond belief, focus peaking is useless, the video feed freezes constantly, and most importantly, the footage is not consistent or reliable. The app skips to the point that 120 fps video becomes 50 fps or lower. That’s on a BRAND NEW, top of the line iPhone with NO effect applied. It’s even worse on older phones even at lower frame rates.
There are plenty of good camera apps on the store so look elsewhere.
Developer Response
We're sorry to hear you're running into trouble. If you reach out to support@lux.camera we'll dive right into what could be happening.On my iPhone 15 Pro Max. Crashing constantly. Especially while trying to load some videos to apply Luts to. Very unreliable. Perhaps beta test before $$. Can’t use this for anything I rely on.
Developer Response
so sorry to hear that, Andrew - can you send some info on your version and issues to support@lux.camera? We're working overtime right now to address and fix any issues. So far I’m liking what I see. Nice layout and easy to use controls. A couple things I’d like to see improved in the next version: an option for a larger histogram window and manual white balance controls. Hoping this will eventually become my main video camera app but it still has some catching up to do. That said, it’s a great v1 release and I look forward to seeing where it goes.
Garbage
When I try to watch the video in the Kino app, there’s no audible sound. I made sure the volume is all the way up and I am speaking while recording.
Developer Response
Hi Gauravgary, an update comes out Monday that addresses this. It seems like the audio is actually just being played via the earpiece speaker. Sorry about that. Lots of updates coming. Only the opening marketing screens open. Freezes on preference for Regular/Custom despite restarting phone and reclosing app. No mention in FAQs and hard to contact Customer support. Beware until they fix this
Developer Response
We are easy to contact online - but having read this, could you send us your device and iOS version info to support@lux.camera? We want to troubleshoot this and make sure things are working for you. Thank you! It was a quick download and I was already shooting better looking videos thanks to the Grades. I don't consider myself a pro in video recording, yet it was so easy to get started. I will definitely explore what else could be done.
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