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Post by rfan8312 on Jul 27, 2018 15:57:04 GMT
Apologies if this sort of thing was already in a thread. I did look around but could not find it. If there is one please delete this thread.
I was wondering if anyone would care to offer opinions on the different cameras they've experienced on smartphones.
I ask because a few months ago I started using the LG V30+ smartphone, after years of using Samsung devices, be ause of it's audio capabilities, it has a quad DAC that is really a nice feature on a phone.
After switching to LG from Samsung I discovered that the battery life was incredible on the LG making the Samsungs I'd used look really bad in terms of battery life.
I also discovered that Samsung has really good cameras on their phones that allow you to just point shoot in auto-mode and get stunning photos almost every time.
The v30+, which I love, has imo a terrible camera. It's something I've had to learn to just live with because I'd prefer to stay with v30+ for it's battery life and quad DAC.
I am able to get some good shots on the v30+ in manual mode, but to me that is a hassle. Usually I'm trying to get a picture of a fleeting moment and prefer to just point and shoot.
Will upload a few samples this afternoon to show how bad the wonderful v30+ phones camera is imo, and how good Samsungs camera is.
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Post by zippy on Jul 27, 2018 16:11:04 GMT
Too many phones and compact cameras process the image badly - to me that means over-sharpened, over-coloured, and over-contrasted so I'll not be using my phone except in emergency.
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Post by DaveC on Jul 27, 2018 17:13:56 GMT
I know I have said this before, but I have got several "local paper" front page stories using an iPhone and no one knew. But many more using a professional full frame DSLR with professional constant f/2.8 zoom.
Many professional photographers say and I agree, the best camera in the world is the one you have with you. YMMV
Dave
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Post by rfan8312 on Jul 27, 2018 19:29:16 GMT
Yes, my gf had the iPhone 6s and nowhas the 7plus.
Iphone 7 Plus, easily takes the best pictures of any phone I've seen. I've heard that the Google Pixel XL 2 takes the best photos but I've not seen it.
But I do know that it would have to go a long way to beat the last few iterations of the iPhone.
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Post by MartinT on Jul 28, 2018 10:53:00 GMT
That's interesting. Despite having had a series of Nokias, the camera on my LG Q6 is the best I've ever had. I cannot fault it.
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Post by stanleyb on Aug 1, 2018 7:04:39 GMT
I still haven't found a camera on a phone that can beat the Nokia 1020. The more modern phones rely heavily on their apps to create a nice looking image.
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Post by MartinT on Aug 1, 2018 8:22:02 GMT
This one (reduced in size) was taken on my Samsung ATIV S. Not bad...  |
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Post by julesd68 on Aug 1, 2018 11:16:41 GMT
Not bad at all Martin. Bit soft at the edges but nice natural colour. Is it St Petersburg? I am desperate to visit.
I have never had a good cameraphone. My Xperia Z was nothing special and neither is my Lenovo P2.
My wife uses a newer Xperia and her pictures can be very good indeed.
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Post by julesd68 on Aug 1, 2018 11:23:37 GMT
I still haven't found a camera on a phone that can beat the Nokia 1020. The more modern phones rely heavily on their apps to create a nice looking image. Absolutely. I took these two on the weekend - whenever I have a reasonable pic on my phone I always spend a few minutes processing it ... 
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Post by MartinT on Aug 1, 2018 11:24:28 GMT
Yes, it's Catherine's Palace in St Petersburg. Well worth a visit if you go to St Petersburg, which is a must-see city.
The ATIV S was not a bad camera, the Lumia 950 was even better and my current LG Q6 better still. I still like my proper camera but the phone is very handy for 'quickie shots' and more than good enough for such purposes.
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Post by julesd68 on Aug 1, 2018 11:27:06 GMT
How long would you recommend to spend there Martin?
Thing is for me I will want to spend a long time in the Hermitage ...
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Post by MartinT on Aug 1, 2018 11:37:15 GMT
How long would you recommend to spend there Martin? Thing is for me I will want to spend a long time in the Hermitage ... A week. You will need one or two days to absorb enough of the Hermitage (way more to do it all) but there is so much more to St Petersburg. It's a fantastic city. |
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Post by julesd68 on Aug 1, 2018 15:24:46 GMT
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Post by ChrisB on Aug 1, 2018 16:19:13 GMT
He does, doesn't he.
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Post by MartinT on Aug 1, 2018 16:45:50 GMT
I can't disagree with that. It's one reason why I take far fewer photos these days, despite the convenience. I also delete as I go, only keeping good shots.
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Post by markgrant on Aug 1, 2018 20:54:38 GMT
. I've heard that the Google Pixel XL 2 takes the best photos but I've not seen it. I bought my wife a Pixel 2 a while ago, costs a lot for an Android phone but they are excellent.
The default google HDR+ picture mode is really good.
A recent photo my wife took when we arrived back from holiday at 03:00 AM, very late....
One of those annoying times when an aircraft stops away from the terminal and you have to get on a bus.
In real life there was hardly any light at all. The foreground was dark with dim lighting and the concrete was only lit with lights from the bus we where stood on.
picture taken from the open bus door as we waited for the last few stragglers.
Look at the picture in large size on Flickr and look at the detail inside the aircraft front door and windows and the black sky.
This is straight from the phone, no sharpening or noise reduction or anything.
Looking forward to seeing what Google do next with the Pixel 3 
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Post by mikeyb on Aug 1, 2018 22:32:08 GMT
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Post by ChrisB on Aug 1, 2018 22:57:33 GMT
. I've heard that the Google Pixel XL 2 takes the best photos but I've not seen it. ... I bought my wife a Pixel 2 a while ago....
Look at the picture in large size on Flickr and look at the detail inside the aircraft front door and windows and the black sky.
That's a remarkable picture, given the circumstances markgrant . And how the hell are you, by the way? It's so nice to see you round these parts again! |
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Post by MartinT on Aug 2, 2018 5:26:25 GMT
That's a remarkable picture, given the circumstances markgrant . And how the hell are you, by the way? Yup, that's a stonkingly detailed shot. Ditto Mark, long time no speak! |
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Post by stanleyb on Aug 2, 2018 12:32:37 GMT
The modern day camera phones have powerful algorithms to reduce noise from image, and also enhance the picture. But you are limited in focal length, and some camera phones produce a lousy image if flash is used. As an example: I took a picture of Canterbury cathedral two years ago with the camera on my phone in order to get a better image of the cathedral that late at night, because my main camera was unable to produce the same kind of image at a hand held shutter speed with low noise at a a low enough ISO.
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