Showing posts with label Photography. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Photography. Show all posts

Thursday, October 16, 2014

Google Nexus 9 - Photo Samples

Google Nexus 9 by HTC

We have already seen photo samples from the Nexus 6 smartphone and now we are getting an opportunity to see some early photos captured by the 8 megapixel rear camera of the Google Nexus 9 tablet. The camera features a backside illuminated sensor, f/2.4 lens, and support for 1080p video recording.

Google Nexus 6 - Photo Samples

Google Nexus 6 camera

Yesterday we saw Google unveil its Nexus 6 smartphone, which comes with a 5.9 inch Quad HD display, Snapdragon 805 processor and a 13 megapixel camera which includes optical image stabilization (OIS). Fortunately an early tester of the Google Nexus 6 is sharing first camera samples and they look pretty good.

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

LG demonstrates 20MP camera module with advanced OIS

The annual Korean Electronics Show is currently taking place and we have already seen Samsung demonstrate its flexible batteries. Not to be outdone, LG's research arm, LG Innotek has demonstrated a new 20 MP camera module (likely a Sony sensor) with advanced optical image stabilization (OIS).

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

HTC RE officially announced, a camera with a 16MP sensor, WiFi and Bluetooth

HTC RE officially announced

Besides the HTC Desire EYE, the company also unveiled the HTC RE during their Double Exposure event in New York. The HTC RE is a wireless "sports camera," along the same lines as products from GoPro, Sony, and any number would-be competitors.

HTC "Double Exposure" event - Livestream

HTC

HTC has an event titled "Double Exposure" scheduled for today, October 8, in New York. You can watch the livestream of the event and see what HTC unveils below.

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Apple iPhone 6 - Camera Samples

8MP 5-lens camera on the Apple iPhone 6 and Apple iPhone 6 Plus

Apple has released the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus. Both feature improved 8 megapixel cameras with a fairly large 1.5µ pixel size, a ƒ/2.2 aperture, 5 lens design, improved phase-detection and the Focus Pixel technology which offers better and faster autofocus.

Saturday, September 6, 2014

Motorola Moto X (2014) - Camera Review

Motorola Moto X (2014)

Yesterday we saw Motorola unveil its new Moto X, and it is an impressive overall update to the original both in design and performance. The new Motorola Moto X comes with a larger 5.2 inch 1080p display, a metal frame and a more powerful Snapdragon 801 processor. However one of the more interesting enhancements is its camera.

Friday, September 5, 2014

Microsoft announces Lumia Camera for Windows Phone


Microsoft has announced that they will be updating to Nokia Camera for Windows Phone to Lumia Camera with the upcoming Lumia Denim update. Besides the name change the app will bring several new features and improvements to the camera functionality on your Lumia device.

Thursday, September 4, 2014

Lumia 830 camera detailed - 10MP camera features PureView Phase V and thinnest OIS module

Lumia 830 camera

Today Microsoft unveiled the Nokia Lumia 830 during their IFA 2014 event, offering a PureView camera at an affordable price for the first time. The newest PureView device has a 10MP camera and is apparently a Phase V stage device.

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Sony QX1 will offer interchangeable lenses to your smartphone camera

Sony
During last year's IFA conference, Sony introduced the QX10 and QX100 lens style cameras, which could be paired with your smartphones. At this year's event, Sony is expected to unveil their next generation of QX lens style cameras called the ILCE-QX1 E-mount (QX1) camera.

Monday, September 1, 2014

Lenovo Vibe Z2 - Photo Samples

Lenovo Vibe Z2 - 16MP cameraThe will feature a 16MP ISOCELL camera from Samsung with optical image stabilization (OIS) which is allegedly the same camera which will be offered on the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. The Vibe Z2 camera has recently been put to the test and a number of photo samples have been shared demonstrating night, indoor and macro photos among others.

Friday, August 29, 2014

OnePlus One - Camera Review

OnePlus One

The features a 13 megapixel camera with a highly-customizable camera app. Despite its affordable price, the handset is capable of capturing detailed images and 4K video. So how will this affordable flagship fair when its camera is put to the test.

Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Nokia Lumia 1020 takes on competitors in a concert test

Nokia Lumia 1020

The Nokia Lumia 1020 and the Nokia Lumia 930 go up against competing flagships like the Apple iPhone 5s, Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One M8, LG G3 and the Sony Xperia Z2 to prove which one was the best at capturing audio and visual elements at a noisy concert.

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

HTC One M8 for Windows vs. HTC One M8 - Camera Comparison

HTC One M8 for Windows

The recently announced features the same internal hardware as the for Android. They both feature a 4MP UltraPixel Duo camera setup with innovative photography features. So how will the two flagship smartphones fair against each other when their cameras go head to head.

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Nokia Lumia 630 - Photography


The Nokia Lumia 630 features a 5 megapixel rear camera with autofocus which is capable of 720p video capture. There is no secondary front facing camera for video calls and there is no LED flash to help light up those poorly lit. So lets see how the camera on the Lumia 630 compares to other devices of its class

Friday, August 15, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Alpha - Photo Samples

Samsung has unveiled their Galaxy Alpha which is clearly meant to rival the upcoming 4.7 inch iPhone 6. Samsung has even gone out of their way to outfit their newest device with a 12 megapixel camera which will likely rival the camera on the next iPhone. 

Now with the Samsung Galaxy Alpha set to launch on September 12, we are getting a look at some of its camera samples and learning more about the sensor Samsung has used.

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

[Android app] Google Camera updated (2.3) with remote shutter through Android Wear

Google Camera for AndroidGoogle Camera for Android has been updated to version 2.3 which brings back several features and improvements.The main new feature is connected to Google's Android Wear, and we assume that this is the first of many Google's apps which will eventually support its wearable device platform.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Google Play Store or by using the following link:

Tuesday, June 17, 2014

[Windows Phone app] Photosynth 360-degree panorama app updated (1.7)

Photosynth for Windows Phone is a 360 degree panorama photo capturing app. Today Microsoft released version 1.7 of Photosynth, which brings a few bugfixes and performance improvements. Photosynth for Windows Phone allows you to capture 360 degrees horizontally and vertically, making a perfect “sphere."

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or by using the following link

Friday, June 13, 2014

Sony develops camera sensor shaped like a human eye

Sony has developed an interesting new camera sensor that improves light sensitivity and allows for the use of simpler lenses. While all current camera technology relies on a flat sensor to capture light, Sony’s newest development is a CMOS sensor that is curved, mimicking the curvature of the human retina.

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Samsung Galaxy K Zoom vs. Nokia Lumia 1020 - Camera Comparison

Samsung Galaxy K Zoom vs. Nokia Lumia 1020

Nokia claimed to reinvent zoom when they released their , but companies like Samsung continue the traditional way with the . So how will these two heavy hitters compare against each other as their cameras go head to head.