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Galaxy S24 Ultra: How PetaPixel (and Other Photographers) Keep Getting Android Cameras Wrong…

So help me I’m doing a reaction video. The end is nigh.

Following Samsung’s Unpacked event, the guys at PetaPixel had a lot of thoughts to share about the S24 Ultra. During a recent podcast, they asked:

“Is AI camera tech enough to warrant a new phone model, since there wasn’t any change in the hardware?”

Which is a pretty complicated topic to dig into. While the gents had a lot to say about Samsung (and Samsung’s competition), I felt they also missed some key points.

So here we are. I’m responding to a podcast.

I AM SO SORRY. Continue reading “Galaxy S24 Ultra: How PetaPixel (and Other Photographers) Keep Getting Android Cameras Wrong…”

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Ulanzi F38 Quick Release Video Travel Tripod Review! It’s SO GOOD!

Ulanzi Video Travel Tripod!

This is an AMAZING tripod! Packing light, and producing in the field, this is maybe the best solution I’ve ever used. When you need to set up fast, this tripod delivers an INCREDIBLE bang for buck!

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Ulanzi Quick Release Plate on Amazon https://amzn.to/43oP0jV

Continue reading “Ulanzi F38 Quick Release Video Travel Tripod Review! It’s SO GOOD!”

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Sony XPERIA 1 V vs XPERIA 1 IV: A Worthy One-Year Upgrade?

XPERIA 1IV vs XPERIA 1V!

It’s time for a SONY SHOWDOWN! The new XPERIA has some fancy new tech inside, but is it enough to recommend someone replace their phone from last year?

Let’s FIGHT!

Order XPERIA 1 V on B&H https://bhpho.to/44OuomF Continue reading “Sony XPERIA 1 V vs XPERIA 1 IV: A Worthy One-Year Upgrade?”

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Why You DON’T Want a 1″ Type Sensor in Your Phone Camera! (PART 2)

Why you might NOT want a BIGGER camera sensor in your phone!

Smartphone cameras are evolving rapidly. Better software processing, better lenses, and of course BIGGER sensors. However, when we change a piece of camera hardware, it can produce some unexpected results!

Here’s why you might want to stick with a more “mainstream” photo option!

Part 1 – The GOOD things about 1″ Sensors https://somegadgetguy.com/2023/03/21/why-you-want-a-1-type-sensor-in-your-phone-camera-part-1/
Continue reading “Why You DON’T Want a 1″ Type Sensor in Your Phone Camera! (PART 2)”

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Galaxy S23 Ultra: Can 200MP Beat the Vivo X90 Pro 1″ Sensor? NOPE!

Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Vivo X90 Pro Photo Showdown!

What’s REALLY better for image quality, more resolution or a bigger sensor?

I feel the WOW-WORTHY-RESOLUTION claims from Samsung a little troubling. The best way to test this MEGAPICKLE claim? We gotta compare the Note 23 against a PHOTO CHAMP!

The Vivo X90 Pro is ready for a fight. Will FOUR TIMES MORE PICKLES take down the 1″ sensor on the Vivo?

LET’S PEEP SOME PIXELS! Continue reading “Galaxy S23 Ultra: Can 200MP Beat the Vivo X90 Pro 1″ Sensor? NOPE!”

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Smartphone Camera Pro Modes are a LOT easier to use than you think… (#SGGQA Podcast Highlight)

I got a comment on the podcast that I felt was important to comment on.

A LOT of techies act like the pro and manual modes on our phone cameras are SOOOO complicated to use. Those settings can look a little intimidating, but they’re really not that difficult to use. We can learn a lot from professional photographers in setting up a good shot, and preparing for a specific kind of action.

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Better Smartphone Cameras? What you REALLY get when a new phone gets a camera “upgrade”!

Let’s be clear. I consider myself a phone camera “specialist”.

I don’t believe I’m an especially talented photographer, but I use phone cameras in specific ways to accomplish professional tasks. I enjoy photography, and I think I’ve cultivated a personal style for macro and candid shots. I don’t believe my experiences are unique, and generally anyone with a basic level of curiosity would likely arrive at a similar level of proficiency.

I’ve shot since high school, starting with old 35mm film cameras, and bring those experiences to mobile and digital photography.

When you ask a specialist about their hobby, you’re likely to get a very different response than someone who’s more passively “into technology”.

With that preamble out of the way, what’s the deal with new phone cameras?

Are you really getting all these upgrades that the manufacturers keep promising? Why don’t your photos look any better? WHAT ABOUT THE AVURAJ CUNZOOMERS??? Continue reading “Better Smartphone Cameras? What you REALLY get when a new phone gets a camera “upgrade”!”

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You’re (Probably) Thinking about Smartphone Camera Night Modes ALL Wrong…

No really. Chances are pretty good you’re missing the point of a good night mode on your phone camera.

We know the complaints. We’ve heard the “hot takes”.

“If I’m taking a photo at night, shouldn’t it be DARK? I HATE how PROCESSED phone photos are!”

Our competitors: Vivo X80 Pro vs Panasonic Lumix G9 with 12mm at f/2.8

It’s worth taking a second to break this sentiment down, because it’s likely being shared by someone who really doesn’t understand photography. At least, not as well as they think they do…

How do we make images brighter? Continue reading “You’re (Probably) Thinking about Smartphone Camera Night Modes ALL Wrong…”

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