Best Phone for Vlogging: Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Camera Review

By admin | February 24, 2022 |

Best Phone for Vlogging: Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Camera Review

A review of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra focused on the camera’s video capabilities. This is the best smart phone that I have ever used when it comes to shooting video. The S21 Ultra solves many of the camera problems from the previous S20 Ultra and adds some interesting new modes including Portrait Video, Directors Mode, and 8K video. My favorite new addition is the selfie camera that finally shoots in 4K.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:
00:00 – Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Camera Overview
01:03 – 4K Selfie Camera
01:36 – Camera Selection & Switching
02:38 – Video Quality
03:43 – Directors View
05:16 – Portrait Video
05:52 – Super Slomo
06:17 – Hyperlapse
06:34 – Single Take
06:54 – Pro Video
07:33 – Audio Capabilities – Bluetooth and USB
09:32 – Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Cons
12:31 – Recommended Accessories
14:28 – Conclusion

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50 Comments

  1. Greg Renstrom on February 25, 2022 at 12:00 am

    Loved your review! I’m enjoying my S21 Ultra! Wish the phone offered a wide angle option for the front camera, while shooting video. My face is too close, lol. Thanks for putting this together! 🙂



  2. Yellow Productions on February 25, 2022 at 12:01 am

    🚀 Gear shown in this video:
    Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra: https://amzn.to/3eOd1uM
    Rode Video Mic NTG USB Microphone: https://amzn.to/38NROxg
    BlueParrott B450-XT Bluetooth Headset Microphone: https://amzn.to/3bV32ly
    Audio Technica BPHS2S XLR Headset: https://amzn.to/2Qh89UN
    Zoom H6 XLR Audio Recorder: https://amzn.to/3bU2fBl
    DJI OM 4 Gimbal: https://amzn.to/3cCCQLC
    Joby GripPro Mount 2 and Mobile Rig: https://amzn.to/2Nwb6zK
    Manfrotto Befree Travel Tripod: https://amzn.to/2OwOoIh

    🚀 This video was recorded on:
    Sony A7SIII Camera: https://amzn.to/3rYY5NS
    Sony ECM-B1M Microphone: https://amzn.to/3tx3cFl



  3. Viliam Beňa on February 25, 2022 at 12:01 am

    is it exynos or snapdragon version ? why did you not bought the iPhone 12 pro max ? as far I saw video quality is superior + there’s front and back video with better quality



  4. Angelo Quiceno on February 25, 2022 at 12:03 am

    way too close to the camera.



  5. Hero Calibo on February 25, 2022 at 12:04 am

    You called s21 ultra ‘cell’phone. 😄



  6. Vivek Saha on February 25, 2022 at 12:04 am

    What s the audio source in the director’s view?



  7. Asim Pandey on February 25, 2022 at 12:05 am

    It would be amazing if it could make wide angle video from selfie camera. It would definitely replace vlogging cams..



  8. RV America on February 25, 2022 at 12:05 am

    It’s very hard to know what whether. To get it or to wait. Live our Samsung phones.. Lynn and Danny



  9. Billdozer Experience on February 25, 2022 at 12:06 am

    In my experience, when you’re using Director’s View, the audio heavily favors the rear facing camera and the front facing camera audio is VERY low or just not usable. Is this your experience as well or do I have to change something in the settings?



  10. Hyeju Vlog on February 25, 2022 at 12:08 am

    I have too… It’s quitely good…



  11. Techie Anant Chaudhry on February 25, 2022 at 12:08 am

    The best video for vlogging.
    But why no night time review?



  12. Scottman895 Travel on February 25, 2022 at 12:09 am

    That’s a really nice camera system for a smartphone especially with it having 4K capabilities for selfie mode. My phone is a Galaxy S10+, and although it is almost 2 years old, it also captures great video. However, I agree with you that I usually don’t use my phone to record my videos. As my current phone works well, I don’t see me getting this phone. Maybe by the time I need a new phone that Samsung will release an improved version which takes care of the cons which you have mentioned!



  13. ROB'S MOVIE COLLECTION on February 25, 2022 at 12:12 am

    Sounds like a great phone Chris. Then again as someone who’s still rocking a Samsung Galaxy 4 just about anything would be an upgrade for me!



  14. Terry Postcardsfromterry on February 25, 2022 at 12:13 am

    Oh, I also want your headphones. Send me amazon links and I will buy the Mike and headphones from you, and a joby grip. Can you hook me up. I have the Ultra 21 justice you



  15. not the one on February 25, 2022 at 12:14 am

    Wish iphone has a vlogger mode



  16. A. B. on February 25, 2022 at 12:14 am

    What gear is used for the very first part of the video? I liked it 🙂



  17. Terry Postcardsfromterry on February 25, 2022 at 12:15 am

    Chris. I just bought the Ultra 21. Love it. Want a set up like yours. Confused. In the video you say the Road Video Microphone is great, but then you have a link under video gear for ECMW1M wireless Mike. What should I buy. I want to do videos exactly as you do. Will use your Amazon link, but I don’t know which one to buy



  18. Tri Pham on February 25, 2022 at 12:16 am

    LG is still better 🤣



  19. Hen Papirman on February 25, 2022 at 12:17 am

    Not only 30.01.. also with 60fps it shots 59 instead and with the director’s view it goes with 25 and sometimes with 26fps…



  20. Shorty Shines on February 25, 2022 at 12:17 am

    This is exactly the only thing besides the camera that is persuading me to trade in my beloved Note 10+.



  21. Tren Genius on February 25, 2022 at 12:17 am

    Wonder how fast YouTube can process 8k video when uploading a video



  22. Pahanin on February 25, 2022 at 12:18 am

    I still make videos with a vhs camcorder. It’s the only way google can’t track my videos



  23. My intentional life on February 25, 2022 at 12:22 am

    Cheers great video . i got a gopro 7 and not crazy about it .I am thinking about selling the gopro 7 and buying a s21 instead as i use a s7 now . what is your opinion??



  24. Rory Rockalot on February 25, 2022 at 12:22 am

    mostly interested in Vlog mode, was wondering if it has a limit on how long it records and how much memory that recording uses. I want to record events non-stop for like 2 hours in vlog mode.



  25. The TexPat in Saigon on February 25, 2022 at 12:22 am

    The downside is that their is no small screen on the backside with the good cameras so you can frame yourself when shooting vlogs. The selfie cameras always suck.
    I’ve seen this one and it sucks. Also the cost is absurd.



  26. Travel Adventures with Eric B on February 25, 2022 at 12:25 am

    Sold!!



  27. MY KARUVI on February 25, 2022 at 12:26 am

    Good review I having the s21 ultra for passed 10 days battery drain annoys me more



  28. Max E.C arts on February 25, 2022 at 12:27 am

    nice phone.
    .gonna gave then for my ART VLOG..Thanks for the assestment..it complete vlogging..
    ***Max E.C. arts…..is in the house..



  29. JAMES HIGA on February 25, 2022 at 12:28 am

    Hi Chris. Great looking phone. I’m sure you will make great use of the phone.



  30. Jacky Ou on February 25, 2022 at 12:29 am

    Does this phone record 5.1 surround audio when recording videos?



  31. M F on February 25, 2022 at 12:29 am

    very shaky



  32. brokehalo101 on February 25, 2022 at 12:32 am

    Little explorer is so cutteeee. I can tell she’s gonna have a good childhood. I can’t wait to be a mom 😂😂



  33. Colleen H on February 25, 2022 at 12:32 am

    Excellent video! I enjoyed learning all of the features and different modes. Great pictures and videos of the Little Explorer and you. I will look forward to seeing more of your walking tours using it. Thanks Chris.



  34. Postcards from Terry on February 25, 2022 at 12:33 am

    Please help me. Which microphone to buy. I have the 21 pro. But the video says use this microphone and the link is different.



  35. Muhammad Ilham Kurniawan on February 25, 2022 at 12:34 am

    Diz dude is tall



  36. Jon Keener on February 25, 2022 at 12:38 am

    Love mine!!



  37. Rudmila Shehrin on February 25, 2022 at 12:38 am

    A lot of people have been facing heating issues. Is it true? Are updates improving it?



  38. ph am on February 25, 2022 at 12:45 am

    usually vloggers will also use gimbal



  39. Yoshi's Productions on February 25, 2022 at 12:45 am

    Cool. Still not convinced, I will only get an iPhone since i know their ecosystem better



  40. Rides, Roads, and Eats! on February 25, 2022 at 12:45 am

    You did this video specifically for me, didn’t you? I am a noobie motorcycle vlog maker and own this camera. You pointed out some different modes I can use to make my Go Pro Hero 9 Black videos better and more interesting. Question? I am planning on doing gear reviews….much of my shooting will be with my Sony A7lll. Can you suggest a shotgun mic that will not cost me a fortune? Thanks so much!



  41. Kia-Belle on February 25, 2022 at 12:45 am

    Thanks for the review I got my phone Tuesday just to start blogging myself



  42. Hrithik Rai on February 25, 2022 at 12:47 am

    in simple words Samsung is way better than iPhone



  43. Steven Díaz Zalduondo on February 25, 2022 at 12:51 am

    Just got this phone yesterday and I’m watching the video on it 😆. Thanks for the video.



  44. Favour's Nook on February 25, 2022 at 12:53 am

    Thanks for sharing.

    I was so excited to get the s21 ultra because of the director’s view. Now I learnt its not stabilized. Oh dear

    But with the gimbal is the director’s view stabilized?
    Please can I attach a rode mic to the s21 with a gimbal?



  45. Khadim Hussain on February 25, 2022 at 12:54 am

    Samsung is best 🥰



  46. DeepteshLovesTECH on February 25, 2022 at 12:54 am

    For 8k you need a minimum of 33MP and so only the main sensor can do 8K.



  47. Terry Postcardsfromterry on February 25, 2022 at 12:54 am

    Ordered a few things off your link Chris. Thanks for the help OK



  48. qwerty pad on February 25, 2022 at 12:55 am

    Is this a Snapdragon or Exynos?



  49. Bad Aunt BB on February 25, 2022 at 12:56 am

    THOROUGH!!!!!!!!! i love it Thanks so much



  50. StevieSparkZ on February 25, 2022 at 12:57 am

    Watching this on my Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G! Best phone I’ve had!