Art + Science

Our Apple Log to Rec.709 conversion LUTs are designed to be the perfect blend between being scientifically and technically accurate while also having a human, creative and natural look. Compared to using a CST in Resolve or using the automatic conversion in Final Cut Pro, not only will these LUTs will give you more flexibility in terms of looks and workflow, but they will give you a better starting point on which to build the rest of your grade.

Compatible with Any Recording App

Whether you want to film using the native camera app on the iPhone, the BlackMagic Camera app, Filmic Pro, or Moment Pro camera, the LUTs will still be compatible. You can even load them onto an external display like a SmallHD monitor connected via a USB-C to HDMI adapter to preview the LUTs while you shoot. This is because Apple Log is a standardized format, compared to previous log profiles where each app had its own version. This gives you the ultimate flexibility to use whatever feels most comfortable to you.

Focus on the fun parts

Forget worrying about how to properly grade or convert your Apple Log footage. Just apply one of the conversion LUTs and you’re good to go. Whether you plan to export right away or apply a creative look on top, you can be confident knowing that you’re getting the best quality from your camera possible. Plus, all of our other LUTs work perfectly combined with these conversion LUTs.

Apple Log to Rec. 709 Natural

This base LUT is your main starting point. Start with this one and then test the other variations to see what works best with the footage you shot. This will be an all-around workhorse LUT and is compatible with any type of scene whether it’s bright daylight with harsh lighting, moody interiors or dark nighttime.

Apple Log to Rec. 709 Faithful

This LUT is similar to the Natural LUT, but targets the proper colors on a vectorscope, giving you more color accuracy and a bit more vibrancy right away.

Apple Log to Rec. 709 MiddleGrey

This LUT looks very close to the Faithful LUT, but transforms middle grey perfectly from Apple Log to Gamma 2.4, ensuring high tonal accuracy and maintaining as much detail as possible in the highlights and shadows.

Apple Log to Rec. 709 Iphone Look

Based on the Faithful LUT, this LUT emulates what the iPhone normally does in normal video mode with HDR tone mapping turned on. It generally brightens the midtones and highlights, creating a more contrasty and punchy image.

Pre-LUT Exp -1, -2, +1, +2 Stops

These 4 LUTs mimic actual exposure adjustments in post as if you had performed them in-camera. Since the native camera app can sometimes miss exposure a bit, these allow you to bring it back to a better starting point. The beauty of shooting in a Log format is that you have the flexibility to make these types of exposure adjustments.

Pre-LUT Warmer, Cooler

These 2 LUTs mimic actual white balance adjustments in camera. Use these to slightly warm or cool your footage to give you a better starting point.

Pre-LUT FCPX Color Fix

This LUT fixes oversaturated colors as a result of using the LUTs in Final Cut Pro. This can also be fixed by tagging the LUT’s input as “Rec.2020” in the Custom LUT effect, but just in case, this LUT performs the same fix and can be placed above the conversion Custom LUT effect in the stack.