Steve's Guides

How to Slow Down iPhone Time Lapse for Smooth Results

Getting the perfect time lapse on your iPhone is possible! Learn how to slow down an iPhone time lapse for smooth results. Discover the best techniques and get professional-looking footage quickly.

Readers like you help support us. When you buy through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Published Sep 30, 2022

Difficulty: Easy

Duration: 5 minutes

What you'll need: iPhone

  • To slow down time lapse on your iPhone, use the Time-Lapse setting in the Camera app.
  • Learning how to slow down time lapse on iPhone can help a user capture the perfect moment in crystal clear detail.
  • In this article, you'll learn how to adjust your iPhone's frame rate and shutter speed settings to get smooth Time Lapse results.

Time lapse has become an incredibly popular feature on iPhones as it allows users to create stunning videos by condensing a large timescale down into a few seconds. Although time lapse can be used for fun, it can also be used for more serious purposes such as tracking progress over time or capturing the activities of busy cities and tourist attractions. However, sometimes the default speed of iPhone time lapses might not be exactly what you’re looking for, so learning how to slow down time lapse on your iPhone can improve your videos dramatically. This guide will provide a detailed introduction on how to slow down time lapse on an iPhone as well as how to optimize settings in order to get the most out of your footage.

how to slow down time lapse on iphone

To slow down the time lapse on an iPhone, users can go to their camera settings and adjust the time interval for each frame. This allows users to adjust how fast or slow the time lapse will be recorded. Additionally, users can also adjust other settings such as exposure, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity in order to create a more perfect time lapse video.

  1. Open the Camera app.
  2. Tap Time-Lapse at the top of the screen.
  3. Tap the Shutter button to begin recording.
  4. Change the speed by tapping 0.5x, 1/4x, or 1/8x.

Our takeaway

The iPhone is a great tool for creating time lapse videos but knowing how to get the best results can be tricky. After following these steps, you should have a smoother and more professional looking time lapse video. Although it may take some practice to get really good at using your iPhone for creating time-lapse videos, it's well worth the effort! By slowing down your iPhone time lapse you will be able to capture stunning visuals without breaking the bank. So don’t wait- start creating awesome time lapses with your iPhone today!

FAQs

1. What iPhone models allow you to slow down time lapse footage?

All iPhones have the capability to shoot time lapse footage, but some models have an added feature that allows users to adjust the speed of the time-lapse. This feature is available on the iPhone 6s and later.

How do I set the speed of the time lapse on my iPhone?

To set the speed of time lapse footage on an iPhone, you need to launch the Camera app and then select Time-Lapse from the available shooting modes. After that, tap the three dots in the top right corner of your screen, which will take you into Time-Lapse settings where you can adjust things like video resolution and playback speed.

Can I edit my footage after shooting a time lapse with my iPhone?

Yes, you can edit time-lapse footage shot on an iPhone. The Photos app that comes installed on the phone contains basic editing features where you can adjust exposure, contrast, brightness, and other aspects of the video to suit your needs. You can also use third-party apps for more advanced editing options.

Does slowing down a time-lapse increase or decrease the length of the video clip?

Slowing down a time-lapse video increases the length of the video clip as it will be played in real-time.

Is there specific software needed to slowing down time-lapse on an iPhone?

iPhone X and newer models come with a built-in Time-Lapse Slo-Mo feature, so no additional software is necessary. To slow down your time lapse video, open iMovie and select the video you want to edit. Select the yellow portion of the clip and apply slo-mo. You can also adjust or remove audio from the clip.

This article was originally published on 30 Sep 2022 but has been regularly updated to keep the information current.
Kyle Crisp
Kyle has been using Apple products for over 25 years. He loves helping people learn how to use their Apple devices.
Was this article helpful?
Yes
No
Thanks for letting us know.
Leave this field blank

Sign up for our newsletter for helpful guides and reviews on Apple devices delivered directly to your inbox.
Leave this field blank
By clicking ‘Sign up', you agree to receive marketing emails from us as well as other partner offers and accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.