Does anyone know how to create smooth slow-motion edits like this? Also, what effect is being used, and where can I find it in CapCut?
I don't have CapCut Pro, so I'm looking for a method or effect that's available in the free version if possible. Thanks!
Hi,
I saw your clip. It looks like the "smooth slow motion" isn't coming from a special transition effect it's mainly created by frame interpolation (optical flow/AI slow motion) combined with speed ramping and some motion blur.
Here's how you can get a similar look in CapCut Free:
Method 1: Smooth Slow Motion (Best Free Method)
- Import your clip.
- Tap the clip → Speed → Normal.
- Reduce the speed to 0.3x–0.5x.
- If you see Smooth Slow-Mo (AI interpolation), turn it on and choose the highest quality available. This creates extra frames and makes the motion much smoother.
- Note: On some devices, Smooth Slow-Mo is free, while on others it's a Pro feature.
Method 2: Speed Ramping
If the slow motion only happens during action:
- Select the clip.
- Go to Speed → Curve.
- Choose Montage or Hero, or create a custom curve.
- Slow the clip during the action (0.2x–0.5x) and return to normal speed afterward.
This is what many cinematic edits use.
Add Motion Blur
If your version has it:
- Effects → Lens → Motion Blur (or Video Effects → Blur depending on your version).
- Keep it subtle (around 20–40%) so the slow motion looks more natural.
If You Don't Have Pro
If AI Smooth Slow-Mo is locked:
- Shoot at 60 FPS or 120 FPS if your phone supports it.
- Edit that footage at 30 FPS. Real high-frame-rate footage always looks smoother than slowing down 30 FPS video.
- Use Speed Curve + a little motion blur to hide choppiness.
Is there a specific effect in your video?
From what I can see, I don't think it's a single CapCut effect. The look is mostly achieved with:
- Slow Motion (AI interpolation if available)
- Speed Curve / Speed Ramp
- Motion Blur
- Cinematic color grading (optional)
If you tell me which part of the video you're referring to (for example, the Superman punch, the close-up, or another timestamp), I can tell you the exact editing technique used at that moment and show you how to recreate it step by step in the free version of CapCut.