Best Video Editing Apps
6 Video Editing Apps Worthy of an Oscar
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No longer do you have to be a film major or even own fancy editing software to turn your memories into movies — all you need is a smartphone. Now, more than ever, video editing apps are changing the way we see the world through simple, user-friendly editing software. From focus to filters, the ways you capture and share special moments are endless. Whether you're looking to channel your love for Instagram into film or become part of an expanding video social network, we've rounded up six apps that make it all possible.
1 Cinamatic
From the makers of Hipstamatic comes Cinamatic ($2). Like Instagram video and Vine, record short clips with a press-and-hold button to create a video up to 15 seconds long. The app comes with five vintage-film-inspired filters: Darwin, Marc, Bennett, Andrei, and Robert. There's also an option to purchase additional filters for $1 each or a pack for $4. Some of the filters even apply transitions between each of your clips.
2 8mm Vintage Camera
The 8mm Vintage Camera ($2) app captures videos — vintage style! Easily create old-school movies by mixing and matching films or lenses. The postprocessing is simple too, letting you adjust effects while they are playing, so it's like you are filming them for the first time.
3 Camera Plus Pro
Camera Plus Pro ($2) uses professional features and fun filters in an easy-to-use app. It has everything from stabilization and custom effects to copyright watermarks to make high-quality videos worthy of sharing.
4 Viddy
Consider Viddy (free) the Instagram of video. The app aims to turn small memories into minimovies, which is why the app limits videos to no more than 15 seconds. Capture moments with the advanced videocamera settings and an extensive library of visual effects. Even our very own PopSugar has a Viddy account.
5 iMovie
If you're familiar with iMovie on your Apple computer, then consider the app ($5). With the app's features specifically designed for a touch screen, it's easy to make HD movies on the go and share them immediately with family and friends. Our favorite feature is the ability to shoot directly into your timeline — perfect for those vacation moments!
6 Vintagio
Create a video worthy of your favorite decade using Vintagio ($2). In Vintagio, you can make iPhone videos iconic with vintage filters like "disco blast" and authentic soundtracks from the '20s to the '80s.
