OpenCam 2.0 adds ‘Open Gate’ 4:3 full‑sensor video to iPhone 17 and iPhone Air

OpenCam 2.0 expands support to Apple’s latest devices, including the iPhone 17 lineup and iPhone Air. Its headline feature remains Open Gate capture: recording the entire sensor in a 4:3 aspect ratio, which preserves more vertical detail than the default 16:9 video in Apple’s Camera app.

For mobile filmmakers, that extra canvas means more flexibility in post. You can reframe a single take into multiple deliverables (16:9, 9:16, 1:1, or cinematic crops) without reshooting, and pair with anamorphic lenses for added width.

• Device support: iPhone 17 family and iPhone Air (plus recent iPhones).
• Open Gate 4:3: Full‑sensor readout to capture a wider field than 16:9.
• Manual controls: Deeper control over exposure, focus, white balance and color (features may vary by device).
• Workflow gains: One master capture; export multiple aspect ratios for YouTube, TikTok/Reels, or widescreen edits.
• Availability: Rolling out now via the App Store; check release notes for model‑specific features.

Context: In cinema cameras, “Open Gate” refers to using the camera’s full sensor area to maximize resolution and reframing options—popularized by systems like ARRI ALEXA. OpenCam brings a similar approach to iPhone workflows.

Learn more: OpenCam on the App Store (search)

Notes: Performance and features depend on device hardware and iOS version. Always confirm supported modes and frame rates in the app’s latest release notes.

Discussion: Would you shoot Open Gate 4:3 and reframe later, or stick to in‑camera 16:9 framing?