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Clear explanations of RAW, MLV, CinemaDNG, Open Gate and practical format choices. Start with the question you are trying to answer, then follow the links to a CinemaKit workflow.
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What is RAW video?
Learn how Bayer RAW video differs from processed video, what you can change in post, and the storage trade-offs when recording on a phone.
What is MLV (Magic Lantern Video)?
Understand the MLV RAW video container, how CinemaKit uses it, and how to open, transfer and export MLV footage.
What is CinemaDNG?
Learn what a CinemaDNG RAW image sequence contains, how it differs from MLV and how to manage CinemaDNG footage from CinemaKit.
What is Open Gate recording?
Open Gate recording explained: sensor area, aspect ratios, reframing, storage costs and the difference between Open Gate and 4K.
RAW vs Log: what is the difference?
Compare RAW sensor data and Log tonal encoding. Understand white balance, demosaicing, codecs and when to choose each workflow.
MLV vs CinemaDNG: which RAW format should you use?
Compare MLV and CinemaDNG for mobile RAW video: file structure, transfer, playback, compatibility and practical workflow choices.