Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago
Struggling to edit your Magic Lantern RAW files? In this video, I’m showing you the ultimate 14-bit RAW workflow using the MLV App—the best free, system-agnostic tool for Canon 5D Mark II and EOS M creators.
We break down how to transform difficult MLV files into professional, edit-ready footage for DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, and Final Cut Pro. Whether you need a fast turnaround for social media or maximum dynamic range for commercial work using Arri Log C and Cinema DNG, this guide covers the entire roundtrip process.
In this video, you will learn:
Why the MLV App is the best free tool for Magic Lantern users.
Three workflow levels: Commercial (Log C), Social (Fast HD), and Ultimate (Cinema DNG).
How to prep files for professional color grading in DaVinci Resolve.
How to breathe second life into classic Canon bodies like the 5D Mark II.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Problem with Magic Lantern RAW
00:43 Why Use the MLV App?
01:12 Commercial Workflow (Arri Log C & ProRes)
01:48 Social Media Workflow (Fast Turnaround)
02:23 Ultimate Quality Workflow (Cinema DNG)
02:50 Grading in DaVinci Resolve
03:14 Which workflow is your favorite?
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Everything we review or feature is something we’ve bought with our money, or is gear we genuinely use ourselves. Brands that send us equipment for review acknowledge, we reserve all exclusive rights to our content in perpetuity unless you license it from the CINE Channel. If we choose not to review your product, for any reason - you agree that it does not need to be returned.
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This production was made with Made with:
DaVinci Resolve 20 Studio
BMD Cameras and Canon Cameras and Cine Primes
Sound mixed in Fairlight
VFX DaVinci Resolve Fusion
Foley Sound Effects Created on location
Music Copyright Supplied by Audiio Sound or Written, Produced and Owned by us.
Struggling to edit your Magic Lantern RAW files? In this video, I’m showing you the ultimate 14-bit RAW workflow using the MLV App—the best free, system-agnostic tool for Canon 5D Mark II and EOS M creators.
We break down how to transform difficult MLV files into professional, edit-ready footage for DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, and Final Cut Pro. Whether you need a fast turnaround for social media or maximum dynamic range for commercial work using Arri Log C and Cinema DNG, this guide covers the entire roundtrip process.
In this video, you will learn:
Why the MLV App is the best free tool for Magic Lantern users.
Three workflow levels: Commercial (Log C), Social (Fast HD), and Ultimate (Cinema DNG).
How to prep files for professional color grading in DaVinci Resolve.
How to breathe second life into classic Canon bodies like the 5D Mark II.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Problem with Magic Lantern RAW
00:43 Why Use the MLV App?
01:12 Commercial Workflow (Arri Log C & ProRes)
01:48 Social Media Workflow (Fast Turnaround)
02:23 Ultimate Quality Workflow (Cinema DNG)
02:50 Grading in DaVinci Resolve
03:14 Which workflow is your favorite?
Our Filters: freewellgear.com/?sca_ref=10804985.tdIIo7enmNO9vLlO
Our media cards: angelbird.com/cne
R50V cage: smallrig.com/r/FO4RI0
SMALLRIG products: smallrig.com/r/8RDRIX
SMALLRIG POWER PLATE: smallrig.com/r/STAUC8
Monitor mount: smallrig.com/r/QI6U66
Pocket 4/6k Cage: smallrig.com/r/3UQEW0
Pocket 6K FF cage: smallrig.com/r/HCFAPW
Record Trigger Side Handle: smallrig.com/r/DMZHDS
Mattebox: smallrig.com/r/5NWZXJ
HDMI adapter lock: smallrig.com/r/WARTCP
Top handle: smallrig.com/r/BO4VRK
Rod clamp: smallrig.com/r/T8636D
15mm Rods: smallrig.com/r/UQKVUD
15mm Nato rod clamp: smallrig.com/r/FBDYKM
Panasonic batteries: smallrig.com/r/VEQ7VI
Canon LPE6 Battery: smallrig.com/r/WNC0XP
Monopod: smallrig.com/r/SYPY9H
To save even more money join this channel to get access to bigger discounts and perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCXsER7CJsWAIH2JXp9w98og/join
At Cine, we’re all about budget-friendly cameras, lenses, and techniques. We focus on providing honest, unbiased technical reviews, with a sprinkling of Resolve training to up your post game.
Everything we review or feature is something we’ve bought with our money, or is gear we genuinely use ourselves. Brands that send us equipment for review acknowledge, we reserve all exclusive rights to our content in perpetuity unless you license it from the CINE Channel. If we choose not to review your product, for any reason - you agree that it does not need to be returned.
Wish to supports us remaining independent, consider supporting us with a SUPER THANKS or using our only affiliate link: angelbird.com/cne
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You do not have permission to use our content under any circumstance.
You do not have our permission to train AI models with our content, or use our voices or likeness for any purpose, non commercial or otherwise.
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This production was made with Made with:
DaVinci Resolve 20 Studio
BMD Cameras and Canon Cameras and Cine Primes
Sound mixed in Fairlight
VFX DaVinci Resolve Fusion
Foley Sound Effects Created on location
Music Copyright Supplied by Audiio Sound or Written, Produced and Owned by us.
