Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Vivo X200 Pro: 200MP Telephoto Camera BATTLE!

Vivo vs Xiaomi! Let’s GO! SORT OF!
AKA How I kinda FAILED at making a proper showdown video!

Expanding on the article I posted a while back, I completely locked up on how to do a SIMPLE comparison between these two phones. They both use the same sensor in a telephoto camera setup, but there are enough differences between the two, I dont think a simple comparison really works here…

I have a LOT of thoughts. Let me explain… Continue reading “Xiaomi 15 Ultra vs Vivo X200 Pro: 200MP Telephoto Camera BATTLE!”

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit: Why won’t more phone brands make better accessories?

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit is here! I feel we can REALLY begin on the Ultra now.

Xiaomi made a splash with the 13 Ultra, introducing a first party camera case and accessory system. It was super functional, but not as durable as I hoped it would be.

Now, two generations later, has Xiaomi addressed the issues we had with the first kit? Can our phones be handled like “legit” cameras now?

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit: Why won’t more phone brands make better accessories?”

Pixel Update! Did Performance REALLY Improve?

A new update for the Pixel is delivering bigger benchmark scores, but is performance REALLY getting better? The results are… Interesting…

Let’s take a look!

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Vivo X200 Review: The (Non-Pro) Lil Brother Ain’t so Little…

There are a couple different ways we can do a series of premium phones. Vivo has a spectrum of devices offered under the X200 label. I’ve spent a lot of time already using the X200 Pro to get work done for my videos and reviews.

The X200 arrives with the same powerhouse chip, but a few other “cost sensitive” component choices. Using it has been really interesting…

Curious how the X200 Pro performs BEFORE checking out the X200? Here’s my review of the X200 Pro!

Continue reading “Vivo X200 Review: The (Non-Pro) Lil Brother Ain’t so Little…”

Vivo V50 Review: The Mid-Ranger Portrait Champion!

Vivo V50 review!

It’s a simpler lineup for Vivo this year! There are fewer “version” of the V Series, but there’s a focus on camera tech and battery longevity.

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “Vivo V50 Review: The Mid-Ranger Portrait Champion!”

No OnePlus Open 2 For YOU (in 2025) CONFIRMED!

The folks at OnePlus have confirmed that there will be no Open 2 this year. What are YOUR thoughts on OnePlus skipping another year for foldables?

OnePlus Community Post https://community.oneplus.com/thread/1652471315484901379  Continue reading “No OnePlus Open 2 For YOU (in 2025) CONFIRMED!”

BlackMagic Camera App 2.0 for Android! Multi-Cam for FREE!

The Blackmagic Camera 2.0 app update is now on ANDROID! I fired it up, and tested it out with a handful of different devices! Now, the best smartphone video app can link up and control MULTIPLE phone cameras!

Here’s a first look at multi-cam in action!

Blackmagic Camera on Google Play https://play.google.com/store/search?q=blackmagic+camera&c=apps Continue reading “BlackMagic Camera App 2.0 for Android! Multi-Cam for FREE!”

Oppo Find X8 Pro Camera Conclusion: Properly Pro?

Oppo Find X8 Pro Camera Review!

It seems MOST phone manufacturers are having to make choices about what corners to cut in an effort to reduce costs. Unfortunately, a LOT of compromises are landing on camera hardware. Which makes the Oppo an interesting beast. It’s a “pro” and not an “ultra”, but arrives with a QUAD camera layout. Does it earn its “pro” title?

Let’s chat!

See the full analysis and review in 4K on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/posts/oppo-find-x8-pro-121049685 Continue reading “Oppo Find X8 Pro Camera Conclusion: Properly Pro?”