How to shoot slow-motion video on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: a complete guide with settings and life hacks

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is still one of the most popular smartphones for shooting slow-motion video due to its 64-megapixel main camera and support for high frame rates. However, many users face problems: video is obtained in jerks, the wrong resolution is chosen or the camera does not save videos in slow-motion. In this article, we will examine all the ways to shoot slow-motion video on the Redmi Note 8 Pro – from basic settings to professional life hacks for editing.

It's important to understand that slow motion on this device works differently depending on the mode you choose. For example, at 120 FPS, the video quality will be lower than at 60 FPS, but the motion will be smoother. We tested all the combinations of settings and found the optimal parameters for different scenes, from sports moments to creative videos.

Redmi Note 8 Pro Camera Features for Slow Motion

The smartphone is equipped with the main camera Samsung GW1 with a resolution of 64 MP, but for slow motion is not the main module, and is used wide-angle or macro lens (depending on the firmware), this limitation is due to the hardware features of the Mediatek Helio G90T processor, which does not support the processing of 64-MP video in real time.

Available time-lapse modes:

• 🎞️ 120 FPS is the maximum frame rate, but the resolution is limited 720p (HD) Suitable for dynamic scenes (sports, falling objects).
• 🎬 60 FPS — balance between quality and smoothness. Resolution 1080p (Full HD), perfect for everyday rollers.
• 🔍 240 FPS — Available only in certain firmware (e.g., MIUI 12.5+), but with a strong crop and resolution 480p.

A critical feature of the Redmi Note 8 Pro: when shooting at 120 FPS, the smartphone automatically uses a wide-angle module (8 MP), rather than the main one, which leads to reduced detail and possible distortions at the edges of the frame.

Before shooting, check the firmware version: in MIUI 11 and below, 240 FPS may not be available. Update your smartphone through Settings → About Phone → System Update.

Step-by-step: how to turn on slow motion

The slow-motion activation algorithm is the same for all versions of MIUI, but there are nuances depending on the firmware.

1. Open the Camera app (the icon on the home screen or menu).
2. Swipe your finger across the screen to the left (or tap the ➡️ arrow in the upper right corner) to open the list of modes.
3. Select Slow Down Video (sometimes referred to as SLO-MO).
4. In the top panel, a frame rate switch will appear – select 120 FPS or 60 FPS.
5. Press the red Record button and hold it while shooting (or tap once for a fixed record).

If SLO-MO is not on the list, it means:

• 🔧 Your firmware is outdated (update via Settings → Software Update).
• 📱 You have custom firmware installed (e.g., Pixel Experience) where the function can be disabled.
• 🎯 You are in Photo or Portrait mode - change it to Video first.

Free up 1-2 GB of memory (slow-motion videos take up a lot of space)

Close the background applications (especially messengers)

Turn off battery savings in settings

Check the lighting (at 120 FPS bright light is required)-->

Important! After recording, the video is automatically saved to the gallery in the Camera/SlowMotion folder. To view the slowdown effect, open the video in a standard MIUI player - it will play at the correct speed. Other players (for example, VLC) may need to manually adjust the speed.

Optimal settings for different scenes

The choice of frame rate and resolution depends on what you are shooting. We tested the Redmi Note 8 Pro in different conditions and made recommendations:

1.Sports and fast movements (football, basketball, jumping)

Use 120 FPS + 720p. Despite the low resolution, the high frame rate will allow you to capture every moment.

• 🏀 Shoot from a distance of 2-3 meters — the wide-angle module distorts the edges of the frame.
• ☀️ Shooting outside in sunny weather will give the best result (in low light, the video will be noisy).

2. Creative rollers (drops of water, bursting balls)

240 FPS + 480p is fine, but only if you're prepared for a major loss of quality. The alternative is 120 FPS, followed by a slowdown in the editor to 25%.

• 💧 Use macro mode (if available) and an external light source to capture the droplet.
• ⏱️ Record 5-second stretches, so it's easier to mount.

3. Daily moments (children, pets)

Optimal: 60 FPS + 1080p. Image quality will be acceptable, and movements will be smooth.

• 🐶 Watch your focus — in 60 FPS mode, autofocus works better than 120 FPS.
• 🔋 Charge your phone to 50%+ – shooting in high resolution quickly drains the battery.

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If the video is dark, manually increase the ISO by going to Camera Settings → Professional Mode → ISO and set the 400-800 value (but not higher, otherwise there will be noise).

Common Problems and Their Solutions

Redmi Note 8 Pro users often encounter typical slow-motion errors.

1.The video twitches or brakes

Causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Resource shortage: Close all background apps (especially games and instant messengers). Use Performance mode in battery settings.
• 📱 Overheating: If the phone body is hot, the camera automatically lowers FPS. Let the device cool 5-10 minutes.
• 🗑️ Memory disadvantage: Free at least 1 GB on the internal drive. Slow-motion videos take up 3-5 times more space than regular ones.

2.The video is saved without slowing down

This happens if:

• 🎥 You used a third-party application to shoot (e.g. Open Camera). Slow-motion only works on a standard camera MIUI.
• 🔄 You have transferred the video to your PC — some players (like Windows Media Player) don't support slowdown metadata. Use VLC or PotPlayer.
• 📎 The video was cropped in the gallery -- after editing, the slowing effect may reset. Save the original!

3.The camera does not focus in 120 FPS mode

This is the hardware limitation of the Redmi Note 8 Pro: at high frame rates, autofocus is turned off.

• 👆 Before shooting, focus manually by tapping the screen.
• 🔍 Use 60 FPS – in this mode, autofocus is more stable.
• 📏 Reduce the distance to the object (but not closer than 20 cm).

⚠️ Warning: If the video is played with jerks after shooting in 120 FPS, try converting it through HandBrake with settings: FPS: 30 Constant Quality: RF 18-22 Encoder: H.264 (x264) This will eliminate the artifacts without losing detail.

Installation of slow-motion video: programs and life hacks

Even if you've shot a video in slow-motion mode, you can further process it for better results.

1. Standard MIUI facilities

The Xiaomi Gallery has a built-in editor:

1. Open the video → click Edit.
2. Select the Speed tool (watch icon ⏱️).
3. Move the slider to the left for additional deceleration (e.g., up to 0.5x).
4. Keep a copy (the original will remain unchanged).

Professional programmes

For advanced installation, use:

• 🎬 CapCut (free, there are templates for slow-motion).
• 💻 Adobe Premiere Rush (paid, but with a trial period).
• 📱 KineMaster (smartphone friendly, supports key personnel)

Lifehack for smoothness: If the video is shot at 60 FPS, but you need to slow it down more without jerking, convert to 24 FPS with interpolation of frames (optical Flow function in Premiere Pro or Final Cut).

3. Elimination of noise and improvement of color

Slow-motion videos often suffer from graininess and faded colors.

• 🔊 Noise: In CapCut, use the Denoise filter.
• 🎨 Color: Increase saturation by 10-15% and contrast by 5% in the Correction section.
• ⚡ Sharp: Apply the Sharpen effect (but no more than 20%, otherwise artifacts will appear).

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For slow-motion editing, always work with the original file (not compressed!).

Comparison with other Xiaomi smartphones

If you’re considering an upgrade, it’s helpful to know how the Redmi Note 8 Pro competes with other models of the brand in terms of time-lapse:

As you can see, the Redmi Note 8 Pro loses to flagships in resolution at high FPS, but wins over budget models due to the presence of 240 FPS mode. If you need high-quality slow motion, consider the Poco X3 Pro or Mi 11 Lite.

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