Instagram users have recently embraced a new Reels format in an ultra-wide 5120×1080 resolution, giving videos a cinematic and panoramic appearance. This trend, often referred to as the “thinnest video,” is becoming increasingly popular across multiple accounts and feeds. Over the years, Instagram has introduced formats such as GRWM, A Day in My Life, and quote aesthetics, and this ultra-wide style is the latest addition.
The visual appeal of the trend comes from its polished and dramatic look. Many creators are reusing old footage with this format, while others are experimenting with travel, landscape, and drone shots that naturally suit the wide frame. Some describe the effect as the “squint-your-eyes” look, which encourages viewers to focus closely on a narrow slice of the video.
Tips for Shooting Ultra-Wide Reels:
- Shoot in landscape mode to maximise the width.
- Prioritise high resolution, ideally 4K or higher, to maintain clarity when cropping.
- Centre the action, as the top and bottom are trimmed. Use gridlines for precise framing.
How to Create 5120×1080 Ultra-Wide Reels:
- Record videos in landscape mode.
- Use Instagram’s native editor: select the free-size crop, trim the frame to the narrow width, and save as a new clip.
- Use third-party editing tools such as InShot, Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, VN, or Canva.
- Set project dimensions to 5120×1080 pixels.
- Apply crop or mask tools to remove the top and bottom, creating the slim panoramic strip.
- Export the video and upload it to Instagram Reels.
- Check the preview to ensure Instagram has not cropped or zoomed the video.
Instagram ultra-wide Reels trend offers creators a fresh way to present content, adding depth and style while encouraging viewers to focus on key elements within the frame.
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