Apple’s iPhones are known for their impressive video performance. The latest iPhone 15 Pro Max can record 4K videos in the Apple native ProRes format, making it easy to import and edit the footage using Final Cut or any other editing software. However, there’s a secret behind those stunning “shot on iPhone” videos – it’s not just the iPhone itself that contributes to their quality. The use of high-quality phone mounts, lenses, and filters enhances the iPhone’s capabilities and gives the videos a professional touch.
That’s where SmallRig comes in. SmallRig is a company that specializes in video accessories for smartphones, and they have partnered with filmmaker Brandon Li to create the SmallRig x Brandon Li Mobile Video Kit specifically for the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
At the core of the kit is a durable metal frame that offers both protection for the iPhone and a base to attach various accessories. The frame allows full access to the phone’s buttons, ports, and even the backside, making it possible to attach a MagSafe power bank.
The SmallRig x Brandon Li Mobile Video Kit includes the SmallRig Quick Release handles, which can be easily attached or detached based on your preference. With these handles, you can switch between one-handed and dual-handed operation, as well as switch between horizontal and vertical grips. The handles also feature a remote shutter button that can be detached for hands-free operation, with a range of up to 32.8 ft (10 m).
Additionally, the kit includes a magnetic vario ND filter that can be easily snapped on whenever you need to control the light entering the sensor and achieve a wider aperture shot. The filter offers 5 steps from ND2 to ND32, eliminating the need for multiple filters.
The SmallRig frame itself has two cold shoe mounts and ten 1/4″-20 threaded holes, allowing you to attach various accessories like tripods, off-camera flashes, and microphones. The included M-Mount backplate also enables you to add additional lenses (17 mm / 37 mm) to enhance the capabilities of the iPhone 15 Pro Max even further.
The complete SmallRig x Brandon Li Mobile Video Kit includes the signed iPhone 15 Pro Max cage, two signed Quick Release handles with a wireless remote controller, and the 52mm magnetic VND filter. However, if you already have some SmallRig accessories and only need the cage, you can purchase it separately and customize your setup as desired.
With the SmallRig x Brandon Li Mobile Video Kit, you can take your iPhone 15 Pro Max videography to the next level. Capture professional-quality videos with ease using the right accessories and unleash the full potential of your iPhone’s video capabilities.
