Mavis Camera Unveils Film Kit — LUT Workflows, Open Gate Capture, and Apple Log 2 Support
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Mavis has released version 7.4 of its professional iOS camera app, fronted by Film Kit, a new optional add-on that introduces custom LUT workflows and Open Gate capture for iPhone and iPad creators aiming for a more cinematic mobile filmmaking experience.
Based in Brighton, Mavis has been expanding the capabilities of its Mavis Camera app with each update. We first took an in-depth look at NAB 2025, where CEO Patrick Holroyd demonstrated its Frame.io Camera-to-Cloud integration, direct streaming features, and robust monitoring tools. Since then, Mavis added Atomos Ninja Phone support and NDI HX3 streaming, cementing the app as one of the most versatile professional camera tools on iOS. With Film Kit, the spotlight shifts toward color management and creative flexibility.
LUT workflows on the go
At the core of Film Kit lies a new color workflow that lets creators import custom .cube LUTs and choose how to apply them. You can preview a look in the viewfinder without recording any changes, preserving grading flexibility in post, or you can bake the LUT into the final deliverable when speed is essential.
This approach extends to HDMI inputs when using the Atomos Ninja Phone. Filmmakers can preview or capture LUT-enhanced footage from a DSLR or mirrorless camera connected via HDMI, not just from the iPhone’s internal camera. For productions that require fast transitions from capture to delivery—such as live streaming or NDI-based workflows—these looks can be recorded and carried downstream.
For those who want quick starting points instead of bringing their own LUTs, Film Kit includes built-in filter LUTs: Bleach Bypass, Bunny, Cinematic, IR, Monochrome, and Vintage. These presets are designed to impart filmic character with minimal setup.
MLUTs: a new format for organizing looks
Mavis Camera v7.4 introduces MLUTs, short for MavisLUTs, a new format that bundles multiple traditional LUTs and their metadata into a single file. The goal is to help teams organize looks more efficiently, especially when working across different color spaces. For productions juggling multiple cameras or delivery formats, MLUTs could simplify maintaining color consistency throughout the workflow.
Film Kit adds Open Gate capture, giving creators the freedom to reframe and deliver to different aspect ratios from a single take. Mavis Camera provides two Open Gate modes: one tailored for Apple Log workflows, and one for Rec.709 that can capture above 4K resolution on supported devices.
The update also adds support for Apple Log 2, aligning with Apple’s evolving professional capture workflows. This is welcome news for creators who want to stay current with Apple’s approach to log recording on iPhone.
ATOMOSphere Camera to Cloud integration
Beyond capture and color, version 7.4 strengthens cloud workflows with free ATOMOSphere Camera to Cloud integration. This enables progressive uploads into the Atomos ecosystem for review, sharing, and collaboration. When combined with the app’s existing Frame.io C2C support and the newly added NDI capabilities (as of September), Mavis Camera now offers multiple routes for off-device collaboration.
Quality-of-life refinements
The release brings a collection of smaller improvements. New white balance presets speed up setup, while improved shutter-angle selection now snaps to common values, making it easier to consistently hit standard 180-degree angles. Translations have been refreshed and now fully support French, Spanish, Chinese, German, and English. Bug fixes and general performance enhancements round out the update.
Pricing and availability
The Mavis Camera app remains a free download from the App Store, compatible with all iPhone and iPad models running iOS 18 or later. Film Kit features, including LUT workflows, MLUTs, and Open Gate capture, can be unlocked with a one-time in-app purchase of USD 9.99, with local currency conversions applying in other regions.
Film Kit positions Mavis Camera as a seriously capable option for mobile cinematographers who want creative control without leaving the iOS ecosystem. The LUT workflows and Open Gate capture address capabilities that have been notably missing from many mobile camera apps. Will you add Film Kit to your mobile filmmaking toolkit, or do you prefer to handle color work entirely in post? Share your thoughts in the comments below and tell us whether you think this shifts the balance toward on-device grading or post-production control.
