How to Create Drone-Like Zoom Video Effects Without a Drone
Have you ever admired cinematic zoom-out videos and thought you’d need a professional drone to capture them? Good news—you don’t! With just your smartphone, a VPN, and some simple apps, you can create drone-like zoom effects easily at home.
Step 1: Set Up Your Phone
First, connect your phone to a VPN service. This step is important because without a VPN connection, the effect won’t work properly.
Step 2: Open the CPCT App
Once your VPN is active, open the CPCT app on your phone. Import the video clip you want to edit. Move to the padding section of your video and take a screenshot. Crop the black borders at the top and bottom, then save it.
Step 3: Use the Online Tool
Open any browser and search for the keyword displayed on your screen (in the tutorial). Click on the first website shown. Sign up with your email, and you’ll get 5 free credits, which are more than enough for this effect.
After signing up, go to the Visual Effects section and select Earth Zoom Out. Click on Generate. When prompted, upload the screenshot you took earlier. Wait for the system to process—it usually takes 5–10 minutes depending on your internet speed.
Step 4: Download the Generated Video
Once your video is generated, play it to see the effect. Click the Download button to save the zoom effect video to your phone.
Step 5: Edit in CapCut
Now, open CapCut and import the original video you were editing. At the start of the video, insert the zoom effect video you just downloaded. Select that layer and reverse it to create a smooth transition.
If the video doesn’t align perfectly, apply the Super Impose transition. This will seamlessly blend the drone-like zoom effect with your original video.
Step 6: Final Touches
Add music, trim, and adjust your clips to match your style. Once satisfied, export the final video. You now have a professional-looking zoom effect without ever needing a drone!
Why This Works
This editing technique combines visual effect generation with CapCut’s smart transitions. It’s perfect for content creators who don’t want to invest in expensive gear but still want cinematic results.
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