Slow motion on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones captures moments that are almost impossible to see with the naked eye: a drop of water, a bird flapping wings or the trajectory of a flying ball. However, not everyone knows how to activate this mode correctly, choose the optimal settings and avoid common mistakes that make video twitchy or low-resolution.
In this article, we’ll take a look at all the nuances of time-lapse shooting on Redmi, from basic instructions for beginners to professional tricks for power users. You’ll learn which models support 120 FPS, 240 FPS, and even 960 FPS, how to export video without loss of quality and which applications will help improve the result. And also unique data on hidden MIUI settings, which Xiaomi does not advertise in the official documentation.
What Xiaomi Redmi models support slow motion photography
Not all Redmi smartphones are capable of taking slow motion video, but the capabilities depend on the processor, camera and firmware version of MIUI.
- 📱 Budget models (Redmi) 9A/10A/12C): support 120 FPS permittingly 720p. Quality often suffers due to weak chipset.
- 📱 Mid-size segment (Redmi Note) 11/12 Pro, Redmi K50i): shoot 240 FPS into 720p and 120 FPS into 1080p. Optimal balance of price and opportunity.
- 📱 Flagships (Redmi) K60 Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro+): Supports 960 FPS into 720p 480 FPS into 1080p, but with a limit on the duration of the roller (usually 0.2-0.5 seconds of real time).
To know exactly what your model is capable of, check the specifications on Xiaomi’s official website or on the camera menu. If the settings don’t include Slow Motion, then the hardware doesn’t support the feature.
⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) 8/9) regime 960 FPS It can be hidden. It requires root access or custom firmware to activate it, and it voids the warranty!
How to enable slow motion in a standard camera app
The slow motion activation algorithm is the same for most Redmi models with MIUI 12 and later.
- Open the Camera app.
- Scroll through the shooting modes left or right (depending on the firmware version) to the item "Slow Motion"** (or "Slowly" on Russian firmware).
- Click on the icon «⚙️» (settings) in the upper corner to select the frame rate (120) FPS, 240 FPS etc.) and authorization.
- Point the camera at the object and press the recording button, and a timer will appear on the screen showing the duration of the available shooting (it depends on the selected FPS).
Once the video is finished, it will automatically be saved to the gallery in the DCIM → Camera → SlowMotion folder. Note: files in this mode take up 3-5 times more space than regular videos.
Make sure your phone has enough memory (minimum 2-3 GB free)|
Charge the battery to 50% or higher (mode heavily loads the processor)|
Turn off battery savings in MIUI | settings
Choose good lighting (in low light, the video will be noisy)-->
Optimal settings for high-quality slow motion
Even if your Redmi supports high frame rates, the result may be disappointing due to jitters, noise, or low resolution.
| Parameter | Recommended value | Why is it important? |
|---|---|---|
| Frame rate (FPS) | 240 FPS (for most scenes) | The balance between smoothness and resolution. 960 FPS gives a strong slowdown, but the video is blurry. |
| Permission | 720p for 240+ FPS, 1080p for 120 FPS | High FPS requires lower resolution due to processor limitations. |
| Stabilization | Included (if available) | Reduces hand tremor, but can cut the edges of the frame. |
| Lighting | Bright daylight or ring lamp | In low light, the sensor raises the ISO, which leads to noise. |
If you're shooting dynamic scenes (such as sports), use manual focus. Autofocus in slow motion often doesn't have time to adjust to fast-moving objects.
- Touch the screen at the point where the object will be.
- Hold your finger for 1-2 seconds until the icon appears «🔒» (focus-fixing).
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Before shooting, clear the Camera app cache in your phone settings, which will help avoid lags when recording high-frequency video.
Problems with slow motion shooting and their solutions
Even on the flagship Redmi models, users face typical problems, and let's analyze the most common ways to solve them:
- 🔄 Video twitches or slows down: it could be overheating of the processor. Close all background apps and let the phone cool down 5-10 minutes before shooting. FPS 120.
- 📉 Low quality at 960 FPS: This is a hardware limitation. To improve your score, shoot at 480. FPS slow down the video in the editor to the desired speed.
- ⏱️ Recording time is too short: 960 mode FPS Redmi is usually limited to 0.2-0.5 seconds in real time. To shoot longer, use 240 seconds. FPS.
- 🔊 No sound in the final video: slow motion on Xiaomi is always recorded without sound.Add audio track later in the editor.
If the MIUI update has left the slow motion mode gone, try resetting the camera settings: go to Settings → Apps → Camera → Storage → Clear the data. Attention: this will delete all user settings, including saved filters.
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 14 for Redmi Note 10 Pro when shooting at 960 FPS It can spontaneously reboot your phone. It's a known bug!
How to edit slow-motion video on Xiaomi Redmi
Slow motion video often requires reworking, cropping, speed adjustment, or adding sound. MIUI has built-in tools, but for professional editing, it is better to use third-party applications.
Built-in gallery editor
The basic functions are available directly in the Gallery app:
- Open the video and click "Edit".
- Select “Speed” → “Slow down” (if you need to further reduce the speed).
- Cut the extra fragments with a slider.
- Save the result in the new file (the source will remain unchanged).
Third-party annexes
For advanced installation, we recommend:
- 🎬 CapCut: Free editor with stabilization, color correction and music overlay features. Supports export to the world 4K.
- 🎬 KineMaster: allows you to adjust the speed of individual video fragments (for example, slow down only part of the video).
- 🎬 InShot: A Simple Interface for Quick Trimming and Adding Effects.
If you shot at 960 FPS, but the video was too short, you can stretch it in the editor by time. For example, in CapCut, select the clip → Speed → Curve and manually adjust the deceleration for each segment.
How to keep your slow motion without losing quality?
Hidden features and life hacks for slow motion on Redmi
Xiaomi doesn’t reveal all the features of its smartphones in the official documentation, but here are some non-obvious tricks that will help improve slow motion photography:
- 🔍 Professional mode in the camera: even if the basic settings do not have 960 FPS, Try switching to Pro mode and manually setting high FPS through → Frequency of personnel.
- 📲 Use of gestures: on some models (Redmi) K40) You can double-press the power button to quickly start slow motion. → Gestures → Quick camera launch.
- 🔄 Shooting in RAW + Slow motion: If your Redmi supports your RAW (For example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+), Shoot simultaneously in both formats. RAW Provide more data for post-processing.
- 🎯 Focus on the face in dynamics: turn on the option “Tracking object”** in the camera settings. This will help to keep the focus on the moving person or animal.
For models with MIUI 13+, Dynamic Slow Motion is available.[citation needed] It automatically detects key moments (like hitting a ball) and slows them down, accelerating the rest of the pieces. Activates through camera settings → Additional → Intelligent Modes.
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On the Redmi Note 11 Pro and later, 960 FPS only works at a processor temperature below 40°C. If the phone overheats, shooting will automatically drop to 240 FPS.
Alternative ways to shoot slow motion on Xiaomi Redmi
If the standard camera app doesn’t work, try third-party solutions that offer more control over settings and are often better optimized.
Photography applications
- 📹 Slow Motion Camera (from Vimage): Allows you to shoot at 1,000+ FPS on supported devices, but requires root rights for full functionality.
Filming on another camera
If the main camera doesn’t support high FPS, check the front or wide angle. For example, on the Redmi K50, the wide-angle module shoots 120 FPS in 1080p, whereas the main camera only shoots 720p.
You can also use external cameras connected via USB-C (if your Redmi supports OTG), for example, the DJI Osmo Pocket or Insta360 are compatible with MIUI and give a more stable slowdown.
⚠️ Note: When shooting through third-party applications, the video can be saved in non-standard formats (for example,.mkv.mp4 through HandBrake or VLC.