Learn how to create smooth zoom effects with keyframes in DaVinci Resolve for professional-looking videos.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Enable Keyframing
Select your clip in the timeline
Open the Inspector (top-right corner)
Go to the Video tab
2. Set Zoom Keyframes
Move the playhead to where you want the zoom to start
Under Transform, adjust the Zoom slider (or enter a value)
Click the Diamond icon (keyframe button) next to "Zoom"
Move the playhead to where you want the zoom to end
Adjust the Zoom level again → A new keyframe is auto-added
3. Refine the Zoom (Optional)
Right-click a keyframe → Choose "Ease In" or "Ease Out" for smoother motion
Adjust the Curve Editor (in the Inspector) for custom speed control
Pro Tips
✔ Keyboard Shortcut: Press "Alt+Z" to quickly toggle zoom view in the preview
✔ Use Dynamic Zoom (right-click clip → "Dynamic Zoom") for automatic start/end framing
✔ Combine with Position keyframes for pan-and-zoom effects
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