iPhone 13 and Sony A7 IV: Video Capabilities Comparison

Introduction

• Focus on the camera and video capabilities of iPhone 13 and 13 Pro.
• Comparison with Sony's A7IV.
• Aim: To show side-by-side comparisons, not to declare a winner.

Standard 4K Video

• Shot at 4K 24fps.
• iPhone uses a 26mm lens equivalent.
• iPhone stabilization applied post-shooting.
• Sony A7IV shot at 26mm, standard stabilization, no picture profile.

Ultra-Wide-Angle Lens

• iPhone equivalent focal length: 13mm.
• Notably less sharp, with noise in shadows.
• Better results with ample lighting.
• Sony A7IV much sharper, less noise.

Telephoto Lens

• iPhone equivalent focal length: 77mm.
• iPhone footage was soft; used mainly for distant shots.
• Impressive iPhone stabilization.
• Sony A7IV sharper, more depth.

Cinematic Mode

• Simulates portrait mode for videos.
• Auto-focus on subjects, driven by software.
• Limited to 1080p at 30fps.
• iPhone's focus relies on software; Sony requires manual focus.
• Situation-dependent performance; needs good lighting.

ProRes Video

• ProRes captures more detail than standard video.
• iPhone 128GB limited to 1080p; 256GB+ supports 4K.
• Better dynamic range and color grading with ProRes.
• Sony A7IV compared using 10-bit 422 codec.

Conclusion

• Presentation of differences in video capabilities between iPhone 13 Pro and Sony A7IV.
• Subjective preference based on individual needs.
• Encouragement to like, subscribe, and follow.
• Acknowledgment of sponsor and contributors.

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