South African Man Captures Stunning Blood Moon Eclipse With Samsung S25 Ultra in Video

South African Man Captures Stunning Blood Moon Eclipse With Samsung S25 Ultra in Video

  • A South African man has captured a stunning zoomed-in view of the Blood Moon lunar eclipse using the new Samsung S25 Ultra smartphone
  • The footage showcased the moon's deep reddish glow and surface details in remarkable clarity, highlighting the phone's advanced camera capabilities
  • The video has gone viral, sparking discussions about the accessibility of astrophotography and the evolving technology in smartphones that allows everyday people to capture celestial events

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A South African man has left social media buzzing after capturing a breathtaking zoomed-in view of the recent Blood Moon lunar eclipse, all using the new Samsung S25 Ultra smartphone.

A man in South Africa showcased how he captured the beautiful Blood Moon eclipse with his Samsung S25 Ultra.
A man in South Africa demonstrated the power of his Samsung S25 Ultra by capturing the mesmerising Blood Moon eclipse. Image: @larnelle
Source: TikTok

In the now-viral video, which the gentleman shared on his social media under the handle @larnelle, the guy can be seen adjusting his phone’s advanced camera to zoom directly onto the moon. The footage revealed the deep reddish glow of the lunar eclipse in remarkable clarity, highlighting craters and surface details that left many viewers stunned.

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The Blood Moon occurs during a total lunar eclipse, when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow that gives the Moon its distinctive red hue. While the spectacle fascinated stargazers worldwide, this man’s use of the S25 Ultra impressed Mzansi with the remarkable power of smartphone cameras.

Social media users were quick to react, with many applauding both the celestial event and the phone’s technology.

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The clip that was released on 7 September 2025 on TikTok also sparked discussions about how accessible astrophotography has become. With smartphones like the S25 Ultra offering advanced zoom and stabilisation features, everyday people can now capture the wonders of the night sky without expensive equipment.

For many, the social media user @larnelle's footage wasn’t just about showcasing the eclipse but also about highlighting how technology is evolving. His simple yet striking video inspired others to try capturing stars and planets themselves, proving that all it takes is timing, curiosity, and the right phone.

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The Blood Moon sighting may have been rare, but thanks to the Samsung S25 Ultra, Mzansi got to witness it in spectacular detail.

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The online community took to the comments to share their thoughts, saying:

Wayde Cyster said:

"Did you try it on your iPhone too? Please show us."

Melanin Quinn shared:

"It was orange at six, now it’s white. I am sitting outside waiting for it to change…..I think the ruling party ate the money for the Lunar eclipse."

Boitumelo Diale stated:

"I'm so sad and disappointed we have clouds here, and the eclipse or the moon is nowhere to be seen."

Cape Town Luxury Traveller expressed:

"Forever a Samsung Ultra girly."

Grace Mandivei commented:

"My Samsung has made me proud today."

Watch the video below:

A South African man showcased how he captured the stunning Blood Moon eclipse with his Samsung S25 Ultra.
A man in South Africa captured the stunning Blood Moon eclipse using his Samsung S25 Ultra. Image: @larnelle
Source: TikTok

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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za