### Apple Launches Final Cut Camera 2.0 Alongside iPhone 17 Series
After the eagerly awaited “Awe Dropping” event, Apple revealed major enhancements in the camera functionalities of the iPhone 17 series, with special emphasis on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. A prominent highlight of this release is the new **Final Cut Camera 2.0**, which integrates flawlessly with the recently announced camera capabilities.
#### Key Attributes of Final Cut Camera 2.0
1. **ProRes RAW Compatibility**:
– The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are the initial smartphones to feature ProRes RAW, enabling videographers to capture high-resolution RAW data directly from the camera sensor. This capability increases creative options during post-production.
2. **Gunlock Functionality**:
– Gunlock features allow for advanced filming techniques such as time-splicing and “bullet time,” enhancing the narrative abilities of creators.
3. **Center Stage Lens**:
– The updated Center Stage lens permits users to take landscape and portrait photographs without needing to turn the device physically. This feature is accessible across the whole iPhone 17 series.
4. **Open Gate Filming**:
– This feature employs the complete camera sensor to achieve a broader field of view at resolutions surpassing DCI 4K, granting editors the capability to reframe shots and stabilize footage while maintaining image quality.
5. **Genlock Features**:
– Final Cut Camera 2.0 incorporates genlock functionalities, allowing for exact synchronization with additional recording devices. This guarantees that all frames are completely in sync, which is essential for professional video production.
6. **Apple Log 2 Compatibility**:
– Users can record in a broader color spectrum with Apple Log 2, facilitating improved color grading in Final Cut Pro on both iPad and Mac.
7. **Timecode Functionalities**:
– The update includes timecode capabilities, such as Time of Day and Record Run, which help in the accurate identification of footage during the editing process.
8. **Telephoto Lens Support**:
– The iPhone 17 Pro now allows video capture utilizing the new 200 mm Telephoto lens in ProRes up to 4K60 fps, providing additional framing options for videographers.
#### Release Date
Final Cut Camera 2.0 will be accessible later this month as a complimentary update via the App Store, enabling users to fully utilize the new features introduced with the iPhone 17 series.
For more comprehensive coverage of the “Awe Dropping” event and the latest information, visit Apple’s official news outlet.
