Mastering Resolution, Frame Rates & LUT: Make Your HOVERAir Footage Picture-Perfect – HOVERAir

Choosing the right resolution, frame rate, color mode, and stabilization setting can significantly improve your shooting experience. Different shooting scenarios require different settings — whether you are capturing fast-moving sports, cinematic travel footage, or everyday moments.

This guide provides a complete overview of the supported video and photo specifications across HOVERAir X1 PRO, X1 PROMAX, and AQUA, helping you understand the differences and choose the best settings for your needs.

LUT Tool Guide

What is a LUT?

A LUT (Look-Up Table) is a color conversion tool that uses predefined numerical mappings to transform colors. Think of it as a professional-grade "filter preset" that converts flat, desaturated Log footage into vibrant, cinematic colors with a single click.

Official LUT Files

HOVERAir provides official LUT files for the X1 PRO/PROMAX and AQUA, designed specifically for footage shot in HoverCine mode and H-Log mode.

Download:

Official download page for X1 PRO/PROMAX: https://hoverair.com/pages/x1-pro-and-promax-support
For AQUA: LUT Files
Navigate to the LUT download section on the page and download the LUT file package

Resolution & Frame Rates

Resolution and frame rate are two of the most important factors affecting video quality.

Resolution determines the level of detail in your footage. Higher resolution provides sharper images and more flexibility for cropping or post-production.
Frame rate (fps) determines motion smoothness. Higher frame rates are ideal for fast action or creating slow-motion effects, while lower frame rates provide a more cinematic look.

For the best results, choose settings based on your shooting scenario:

Travel, landscapes, and cinematic videos: Higher resolution with 24/25/30fps
Sports and fast movements: Higher frame rates such as 50/60/100/120fps
Slow-motion effects: Use dedicated Slow Motion modes

Horizontal Mode

Landscape mode is recommended when you want a traditional widescreen format for platforms such as YouTube, TV displays, or cinematic editing workflows.

Parameter	X1 PRO	X1 PROMAX	AQUA
Max Resolution	4K (3840×2160)	8K (7680×4320)	4K (3840×2160)
4K Frame Rates	60/50/30/25/24 fps	120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps	100/60/50/30/25/24 fps
1080P Frame Rates	120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps	120/100/60/50/30/25/24 fps	100/60/50/30/25/24 fps
8K Frame Rates	Not supported	30/25/24 fps	Not supported

Vertical Mode

Vertical mode is optimized for mobile-first content creation, such as TikTok, Instagram Reels, and short-form videos.

Parameter	X1 PRO	X1 PROMAX	AQUA
4K	Not supported	30/25/24 fps (no HDR)	30/25/24 fps
2.7K	60/50/30/25/24 fps	60/50/30/25/24 fps (10-bit HLG available)	60/50/30/25/24 fps
1080P	60/50/30/25/24 fps	60/50/30/25/24 fps (10-bit HLG available)	60/50/30/25/24 fps

Slow Motion

Slow motion allows you to capture moments that happen too quickly to see with the naked eye, such as sports movements, splashing water, jumping, or fast camera movements.

Parameter	X1 PRO	X1 PROMAX	AQUA
Max Slow Motion	1080P@120/100fps	4K@120/100fps	4K@100fps
1080P Slow Motion	120/100fps	120/100fps	100fps
Playback	Slow-motion playback	Slow-motion playback	Slow-motion playback

Video Encoding & Color

Parameter	X1 PRO	X1 PROMAX	AQUA
Video Codec	H.264 / H.265	H.264 / H.265	H.264 / H.265
Max Bitrate	100 Mbps	160 Mbps (at 8K/30fps)	160 Mbps
Color Space	BT.709	Rec.2020 / BT.709	BT.709
Bit Depth	8-bit	8-bit / 10-bit	8-bit / 10-bit

Note: 10-bit HLG is only available in HEVC (H.265) encoding on X1 PROMAX.

What does this mean?

H.264: Provides wider compatibility and easier playback.
H.265 (HEVC): Offers better compression efficiency and is recommended for higher-resolution or higher-quality recording.
10-bit color: Captures more color information, providing smoother gradients and greater flexibility during professional color grading.

Shooting Modes (Color Modes)

Mode	X1 PRO	X1 PROMAX	AQUA
Normal	✅ 8-bit	✅ 8-bit	✅ (auto HDR merged)
HDR	❌	✅ 8-bit	✅ (merged into Standard)
HLG	❌	✅ 10-bit	❌
H-Log	❌	✅ 10-bit	✅ 10-bit
Slow-mo	✅	✅	✅

Choosing the Right Color Mode

Standard Mode: Best for everyday shooting. Ready to share without additional editing.
HDR Mode: Enhances highlight and shadow details for scenes with strong contrast.
HLG (10-bit HDR): Designed for HDR workflows, offering improved color depth and dynamic range.
H-Log: Provides a flatter image profile with more post-production flexibility.

Photo Specifications

Parameter	X1 PRO	X1 PROMAX	AQUA
Max Resolution	12MP	48MP	12MP
Photo Format	JPEG	JPEG / DNG (RAW 10-bit)	JPEG
HDR Photo	Supported✅	Supported✅	Supported✅

Note: DNG format is available via OTA update on X1 PROMAX (12MP and 48MP RAW 10-bit).

Stabilization System

Parameter	X1 PRO	X1 PROMAX	AQUA
Gimbal	2-axis mechanical (tilt + roll)	2-axis mechanical (tilt + roll)	1-axis mechanical (tilt)
EIS	SmoothCapture 2.0	SmoothCapture 2.0	SmoothCapture 3.0
Horizon Leveling	Supported	Supported	Supported (HL Horizon Lock)
Offline EIS	❌	❌	Supported (Gyroflow post-processing)

There is no single “best” setting for every situation — the ideal configuration depends on your shooting environment, content type, and editing workflow.

🎥️Explore different settings and find the combination that works best for your creative style.

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