Phantom LUTs: The Ultimate Guide to the Latest Updates For filmmakers aiming to achieve a high-end cinematic aesthetic without the price tag of an ARRI Alexa, by Joel Famularo have become an industry benchmark. These professional-grade conversion tools are meticulously calibrated using side-by-side comparisons with an in-house ARRI Alexa to ensure scientific accuracy in color and tonality.
: Always balance your Log footage before the LUT node. Use a color wheel to adjust exposure and saturation first to ensure the LUT behaves as intended. phantom luts upd
: For Mac users, it is recommended to set the Timeline Color Space to Rec. 709-A , while Windows users should use Rec. 709 Gamma 2.4 . Phantom LUTs: The Ultimate Guide to the Latest
The most recent updates, often referred to as "UPD" in community circles, have expanded support for newer camera sensors and refined existing color science for a more seamless post-production workflow. Key Features of the Latest Update Use a color wheel to adjust exposure and
: The update consolidates various versions into a single, high-resolution 65x LUT format for post-production editing, while offering 33x versions for in-camera monitoring.
: Recent updates have added specific support for the Canon C400 and C80 , as well as continued refinements for Apple Log 2 on the latest iPhones.