To truly capture great experiences, you need great technology. In January of this year, Samsung Electronics delivered that technology with its release of the Galaxy S21 and its pro-grade camera. With features like improved 8K Snap, 60fps Super Steady video and the ability to capture using the front and rear cameras simultaneously, the Galaxy S21’s enhanced camera is enabling users to express and connect in a host of new ways.
And now, several months after the smartphone’s release, the reviews are in and experts and influencers are loving the experience of creating with the Galaxy S21. In this second installment of our ‘Express Your Epic’ series, Samsung Newsroom presents reviews from users who have been creating with the Galaxy S21 this year, as well as some tips for how to get the best out of the smartphone’s enhanced camera.
Moviemaking on the Galaxy S21
[Thailand, 4/12] In mid-April, three famous filmmakers delivered tips for how to create your own content using the Galaxy S21. The filmmakers delivered advice on how to best use lighting and the Galaxy S21’s Super Steady feature to create outstanding videos, as well as how to take stunning portrait videos using Super Slow mode. Check out their pro tips here.
▲ (Clockwise from left to right) Actor and director Chantavit Dhanasevi from Thailand captures salad ingredients; filming surf skating using the Galaxy S21’s Super Steady Mode; filming a model harnessing backlight
[Taiwan, 4/7] In early April, cutting-edge filmmakers Hsu Chih-Yen, Yin Chen-Hao, Birdy Nio, Kay Jan, and Alex III detailed how they used Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G and Galaxy Z series devices to shoot “daily blockbuster movies”. This piece also introduced the ‘#Wonderful Build – Galaxy Shooter Trial’ Instagram campaign, which involved using Galaxy smartphones to capture videos longer than 15 seconds in length. Check it out here.
The Galaxy S21 for Fashion and Beauty Content
[Russia, 4/23] In late April, as red carpet season began, the Russian newsroom covered how star stylist Jason Boden utilized the Galaxy S21 to complement his work. In a piece entitled ‘The Star Stylist’s Secret Weapon – How the Galaxy S21 Helps Prepare for the Red Carpet’, the high-profile stylist explained how he uses the Galaxy S21 when working for celebrities and described the smartphone’s camera as “just unreal.” Take a look here.
[UK, 3/10] Also in March, London innovation hub Samsung KX partnered with world-renowned makeup artist Hannah Martin to open a virtual masterclass on beauty trends for the spring and summer seasons. The masterclass was filmed using the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G and was shared through the Samsung KX content hub on March 18th. Read more about the masterclass here.
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Creating Pictorial Content With the Galaxy S21
[USA, 4/18] In celebration of Mother’s Day, the article “Make Mom Epic #WithGalaxy This Mother’s Day” was released in April. It highlighted the spirt of celebrating moms around the world and debuted video from #TeamGalaxy creators as they used the Galaxy S21 multi-lens camera to capture studio quality photos of their moms in Portrait Mode, crystal-clear 8K video, 8K Video snap, and Single Take. The article concluded with details on a number of Galaxy S21 promotional offers.
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The Galaxy S21 and Food Content
[UK, 2/15] To celebrate the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G Series, Samsung UK teamed up with British influencer The Bake King on Pancake Day, revealing tips on how to make the most ‘flip-able’ pancakes. Inspired by the colors of the device, and shot entirely on the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, The Bake King delivered some stunning images and videos – and some tasty pancakes. See more here.
From movie-making, to getting stars ready for the catwalk, making mothers feel appreciated to upping your pancake game, the Galaxy S21 is here to enhance your creations, whatever they may be. With the proof very much in the pudding, influencers and experts from a range of countries and industries are coming together to attest to the way the Galaxy S21’s enhanced camera is underpinning their creativity and empowering them to express better.
