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How to take pictures on iPhone: camera features you need to know

02/02/2022 by

Life has long proved that sometimes it’s not so important what you shoot as how you shoot. Yes, and modern smartphones have already raised the level of their cameras, allowing them to create real photo masterpieces with their help. Everyone knows that some of the best mobile cameras are installed in the iPhone. It is no coincidence that so many high-quality and interesting pictures were taken with this smartphone. It helps to improve the quality with the help of camera settings, and understanding both the capabilities of the device and the peculiarity of photography allows you to create truly unique photos.

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How to take pictures on the iPhone: 20 features everyone should know

True, most of us take pictures or shoot videos, just seizing the moment, without thinking about fine adjustments at that moment. The iPhone takes great pictures, but they could be even better! And to help you learn how to take great photos and videos, here are some tips for users who are new to the iPhone camera and don’t have time to experiment with settings. But it’s enough to learn a few simple tricks, and your photos and videos will become clearer, better lit, and the result will improve with each new shot you take.

“Camera” in the iPhone has a simple and unloaded interface and high speed. However, some useful features have been somewhat tucked away by the developers. We will tell about them.

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Quick launch of the camera from the lock screen

What many people like about the stock Camera app on iOS is the ability to quickly launch it from the device’s lock screen. It is enough to make a swipe (gesture) from right to left, as the application for shooting will immediately open.

It only takes one second. Not a single frame will be missed!

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Forget the shutter button, use the volume button and headset

It doesn’t matter if you’re taking a selfie or photographing something in front of you. Accessing the on-screen shutter button in the Camera app isn’t always easy—sometimes you have to bend your finger. Luckily, you have another option to work with – the volume button. When you see a suitable scene and are ready to take a picture, you can simply press any iPhone volume button. It will duplicate the on-screen shutter button.

This option is very convenient when taking selfies, because one of the fingers is already next to these buttons due to the girth of the phone. A simple trick – and no more blurry selfies! And if you’re taking a landscape photo, pressing the volume button lets you use your iPhone like a regular camera. The phone screen becomes a huge viewfinder. Such work with a smartphone looks more natural.

Yes, this feature is not new. The ability to use the iPhone’s volume buttons to take photos has been around since iOS 7. It’s just that many people didn’t know about this feature, but now you have useful information.

In addition, an Apple headset with a remote control connected to an iPhone or iPad can also act as a shutter button. Just press any volume key and you will get a new picture or start recording a video.

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Take burst photos so you don’t miss the moment

When you’re trying (and the keyword “trying” is important here) to photograph a moving baby, an actively moving child, or a pet, it can be a daunting task. You think you’ve caught the perfect moment, but your subject suddenly starts to move. To always take the best photos in this situation, use the burst mode on your camera.

In burst mode, the camera quickly takes many shots, as if you were quickly pressing the shoot button. When the process is over, you will have some photos for you to view. You just have to keep the best ones. It is almost certain that there will be at least one photo in this series that turned out really perfect.

And to take a series of photos on iPhone, just pull the shutter button to the left. You will see the number of photos taken while the shutter button is moved briefly. Release when you feel you have captured enough frames.

If you want to follow our previous tip about using the volume button instead of the shutter button, this method works with burst photos too! Here’s what to do:

1. Open “Settings” and choose “Camera”.

2. Activate the switch “Zoom in button. loud for series”.

3. Now, if you need burst mode, press and hold the volume up button on your iPhone. You will see the number of photos taken on the screen, just release your finger when you are done.

We talked in detail about continuous shooting on the iPhone in this material.

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Use a grid to build a Rule of Thirds composition

Along the way app Settings → Camera You can activate the grid mode, in which the image received through the viewfinder is divided by lines into three parts horizontally and vertically. Thanks to this, you can use the principle of building compositions “Rule of Thirds”.

Due to this, it will be easier for the photographer to compose the frame using a simplified golden ratio rule. Important parts of the composition should be located along these lines or at their intersection – points of power. This technique will allow you to get energy-rich images.

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Use a timer

The self-timer helps you take the best shot by releasing the shutter at the right time. In iPhone, the timer works for both the main and front cameras.

Using a timer is a great way to make sure everything around you is ready to shoot. Want to prop your camera up and take a step back to capture the background? Do you need to place something else in the frame that needs to be lifted and held? The timer will help you with this! Thus, you can quickly and easily set the timer for any scene you need, including selfies. To enable and use the timer, do the following:

1. Open the Camera app on iPhone and access the timer. You can do this by lightly swiping up on the screen or by pressing the arrow in the top menu.

2. Touch the timer icon and select a time from 3 to 10 seconds.

3. You will see a timer icon in the top right corner of the screen. If you want to use it, just touch it. In the lower right corner you will see a countdown timer.

You can also rotate the camera using the button with two circular arrows in the lower right corner, press the timer to start it and get ready for a selfie.

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Use HDR

The HDR feature in the iPhone camera will automatically take three photos with different exposures and combine the best parts in one shot. An illustrative example is below:

– in the first image (on the left), the algorithms are focused on rendering the color of the sky – it is distinguishable, but the photo as a whole turned out to be dark;

– in the second frame, the focus is on the foreground, while the sky is already overexposed.

– third frame – HDR – combining the best parts in one shot.

Starting with the iPhone XS, it became possible to automatically use HDR without having to constantly turn this feature on. To do this, it is enough to activate the mode “Smart HDR” along the way Settings → Camera.

This will make the HDR icon on the camera screen disappear. We talked about the HDR function for all iPhone models in more detail in this material.

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Switch between iPhone cameras (Wide, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto)

You may not know, but the iPhone does not shoot with three cameras at once. Each lens is used for specific purposes: wide angle – for normal shooting, ultra wide angle – for shooting with a wide angle of view and telephoto – for increase.

To shoot with a wide-angle camera, set the value 1x on the zoom scale.

To shoot with an ultra wide-angle camera, set to ,5.

And finally, for shooting with a telephoto lens, set the value to 2.

We talked about the operation of each iPhone camera in more detail in this material.

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Use filters in real time

The iPhone camera allows you to apply filters when taking photos in real time. To use filters:

1. Open apps Camera.

2. Swipe up on the screen or tap the arrow on the top menu.

3. Click on the icon with three intersecting circles.

4. If you don’t see the filters icon, slide the toolbar from right to left.

5. Select the desired filter.

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Control exposure (change brightness)

In order to quickly change the brightness settings of the picture, touch the screen and after the yellow square appears, swipe (gestures) up or down the screen.

For a more thorough exposure adjustment, you can use the appropriate tool, for this:

1. Open apps Camera.

2. Swipe up on the screen or tap the arrow on the top menu.

3. On the toolbar that appears, select the icon ± in a circle.

4. Move the exposure bar to the desired value.

5. Return to the exposure bar, if it is collapsed, by clicking on the mini-bar image in the upper left corner of the screen (detailed).

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Lock focus and exposure

To ensure that the edited focus and exposure settings do not change when you move the camera, lock the focus. To do this, anywhere, press and hold your finger on the display for a couple of seconds. The exposure will lock and the display will show “Exposure/Focus Lock”.

By clicking on it once, the focus will return to automatic mode (detailed).

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Read QR codes on iPhone without installing third party apps

By default, the iPhone camera allows you to read at least 10 types of QR codes (detailed), including: website links, calendar data, adding contacts, navigation maps, connecting to a Wi-Fi network, etc.

If QR code recognition does not work, check if the option is enabled Scanning QR codes along the way Settings → Camera.

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Apply the power of lighting effects in Portrait Mode

It often happens that at the moment of portrait shooting, an outsider, animal, object, etc. suddenly appears in the frame. If you think that such a picture was unsuccessful, do not rush to delete it. The iPhone lets you combat this phenomenon with the Portrait Mode lighting tools. This function itself is not new for a smartphone, it’s just that it is usually forgotten.

This feature can also be very useful for shooting in a crowded place, against an unattractive background, etc.

Follow these steps to enable and use Portrait Mode effects on iPhone.

1. Open the camera and swipe through the list above the shutter button to “Portrait”.

2. You can take a photo right away or use the lighting option instead. Apply lighting tools in portrait mode it is also possible for ready-made portrait photos located in the application Photo.

Swipe across the bottom of the viewfinder to select natural, studio, or contour light. Or you can get creative by using stage lighting or high key to shoot in black and white.

3. If you chose the option with some kind of lighting, just leave everything as it is and take the picture in the usual way.

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Get a photo with a plume effect (long exposure) with Live Photos

Probably not everyone knows that in order to get a long exposure photo on the iPhone, you can do without buying a third-party expensive application, such as Specter Camera. In order to shoot waterfalls, a ferris wheel, a stream of cars and other objects with a plume effect, you can use the standard features of the Live Photos function for free. For this.

1. Open the Camera app, go to the Photos tab, and turn on Live Photos mode.

2. Take a photo of a moving subject such as a waterfall.

3. Open the Photos app and go to the tab Albums.

4. Find the Live Photos album and open the desired photo in it.

5. If you have an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, click the LIVE button in the top left corner. In the list that appears, select Long exposure.

If you have an iPhone running iOS 14 or older, swipe up (gesture) from the bottom to open Live Photos advanced options. Choose an effect Long exposure.

The resulting example:

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Use “Vertical Panoramas” to Capture Tall Objects

When photographing large (tall) objects, it is often very difficult to fit them into the frame. But thanks to the ability to shoot panoramic photos, it is much easier to do this. For this:

Just open the camera, turn on panorama shooting, and shoot with your iPhone 90 degrees beforehand.

An example of a vertical panorama:

We talked in detail about panoramic shooting on the iPhone in this article.

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Control your iPhone camera with your Apple Watch

This feature can turn the Apple Watch into a remote control for the iPhone’s camera. This will be very useful, for example, when taking photos with a tripod, or as a hidden shooting (an iPhone can be installed in one room, and start recording video on a smartphone using an Apple Watch from another).

To use your Apple Watch to control your iPhone camera:

1. Open the Camera app on your Apple Watch.

2. Разместите iPhone нужным способом в радиусе до 10 метров от Apple Watch (чем дальше, тем может быть больше задержка).

3. Откройте приложение Камера на iPhone и включите необходимый режим съемки: Фото, Видео, Таймлапс и т.д.

4. При необходимости коснитесь главного места на будущем фото (на экране Apple Watch), чтобы настроить экспозицию.

5. Нажмите кнопку спуска затвора для создания фото или запуска съемки видео.

При помощи Apple Watch можно включать вспышку, HDR, таймер и т.д. Более подробно обо всех возможностях мы рассказывали в этой статье.

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Изменяйте при необходимости форматы съемки – JPEG, HEIC или ProRAW

Для съемки фото в iPhone по умолчанию используется сжатый формат HEIC, который считается более эффективным (занимает меньше места), чем JPEG. А с выходом iPhone 12 Pro была добавлена поддержка и третьего формата – ProRAW (подробно).

Для того чтобы изменить формат получаемых снимков, перейдите по пути: Настройки → Камера → Форматы и установите необходимое значение:

Высокоэффективный – позволяет получать фото в сжатом формате HEIC (может оказаться несовместимым в некоторых приложениях-редкаторах для Windows и Linux).

Наиболее совместимый – позволяет получать фото в сжатом формате JPEG.

Apple ProRAW – позволяет получать не сжатые фото размером около 25 МБ. Опция доступна только на iPhone 12 Pro и новее.

Примечание: для использование формата ProRAW необходимо также включить соответствующую опцию в самой камере iPhone.

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Используйте Ночной режим

Если вы используете iPhone 11 и новее, то попробуйте Ночной режим для съемок в условиях слабого освещения. Ночной режим включается автоматически при съемке, когда вы находитесь в условиях недостатка света. И хотя вы, безусловно, можете отрегулировать настройку экспозиции, другие люди, не являющиеся профессиональными фотографами, тоже могут без проблем делать отличные фотографии с помощью Ночного режима.

Когда вы запустите приложение «Камера», чтобы сделать снимок, и оно обнаружит слабое освещение, то в верхнем левом углу экрана загорится желтым значок ночного режима. В зависимости от темноты освещения вы можете увидеть число, которое указывает, сколько времени потребуется для совершения снимка. Вы также можете при желании управлять этим временем и самостоятельно, нажав на значок и используя показанный внизу над кнопкой спуска ползунок.

Ночной режим работает с обычными фотографиями, селфи, портретным режимом и замедленным видео. Но в Ночном режиме Live Photos и вспышка не работают. Если они вам потребуются, то активируйте их вручную. Это приведет к отключению Ночного режима.

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Используйте сетку для правильной съемки сверху вниз

Для получения фотографий без искажений при съемке сверху вниз обязательно воспользуйтесь встроенным уровнем. Чтобы включить его, откройте приложение Settings, перейдите в раздел Камера и установите переключатель Сетка в положение Включено.

Теперь при удерживании iPhone в горизонтальном положении, на экран будет выводиться специальный разметочный уровень в виде двух перекрестий. Совместите перекрестия — и получите идеально ровный кадр.

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Воспользуйтесь встроенным сканером для получения качественных копий документов

С появлением приложения Файлы, iPhone и iPad научились качественно сканировать и сохранять цифровые копии электронных документов (сканы) в память устройства или в iCloud Drive.

Для того чтобы воспользоваться сканером, откройте программу «Файлы» на iPhone или iPad и выполните следующие действия:

1. Перейдите на вкладку «Обзор» в нижней части приложения «Файлы».

2. Нажмите кнопку «Еще» (значок в виде трех точек) в верхней части меню.

3. Выберите пункт меню «Отсканировать документы».

Более подробно процесс сканирования документов на iPhone и iPad описан в этом материале.

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Быстро переходите к съемке видео из режима фото при помощи QuickTake

Функция QuickTake в камере iPhone позволяет одним касанием перейти к съемке видео в режиме «Фото». Просто нажмите на кнопку затвора в режиме «Фото» и продолжайте удерживать ее, чтобы мгновенно начать снимать видео.

Как только вы отпустите палец, камера снова перейдет к фото-режиму.

В случае, если удерживать кнопку затвора приходится долго, переместите палец в правую сторону до появившегося кружка. Это действие будет удерживать кнопку затвора в режиме «Видео» и палец можно освободить.

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Используйте фонарик от другого iPhone вместо вспышки

Далеко не всегда при срабатывании автоматической вспышки получаются удачные снимки. В некоторых ситуациях куда лучше будет использовать вспышку в качестве фонарика на другом устройстве. Можно даже использовать для этого сразу несколько устройств. Освещенность объекта будет намного мягче. Ниже приведем пример для наглядности. Фото сделано ночью с выключенной вспышкой на iPhone, однако лицо было подсвечено фонариком (вспышкой) от другого iPhone.

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How to enable filters in iPhone Camera

08/01/2022 by

With filters, iPhones’ cameras can quickly improve the look of a photo, and Apple’s latest smartphones – the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max – are arguably the best cameras in a smartphone right now.

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The Cupertino tech giant’s powerful video recording capabilities and advanced features like Deep Fusion’s software-based photography enhancement are hard to beat. Nevertheless, no matter what kind of photos we create, sometimes we want to use additional filters, and in real time.

If you are one of those users who have upgraded to new iPhones, such as the iPhone 8, you may notice that the Filters option in the Camera app is now missing in its original location. Previously, they were located in the upper right corner of the camera application, but Apple has changed the interface to include more features such as Night Mode, QuickTake video and others. Don’t worry, Apple hasn’t given up on filters like it did with 3D Touch. Instead, the company simply moved them to a different location in the Camera app.

In this article, we’ll explain exactly where you can find the Filters section in the Camera app on the latest iPhones, and how to use them when needed.

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How to open camera filters on iPhone

All iPhones with Face ID have the same redesigned Camera app, so no matter which model you have, the following steps remain the same.

1. Open the Camera app, slide the screen up, or tap the chevron up arrow icon at the top of the screen. This action will bring up additional options at the bottom, just above the shutter icon.

2. You will see a number of different camera functions, including a filter icon at the far right, next to the timer mode option. Just click on the three circles icon to continue.

If there is no icon with three circles (for example, an additional icon will appear in Night mode), slide the toolbar from right to left.

3. You will now have access to the same set of filters as on older iPhones. Just pick the one you want and take the picture you want.

In fact, that’s all there is to it. The filters you have always known and loved are in this place. It just now takes a few extra steps to access them.

Adding filters to your photos is a quick and easy way to improve them, but there are several other tricks you can use to upgrade your iPhone photography skills.

Changing access to filters can be confusing or even a little annoying, especially if you’ve used any of your older iPhones or iPads before. However, this is not the only feature that has been moved to a different section in the Camera app. Lots of features such as Live Photo, Timer mode, aspect ratio switching, and more. have also been moved. They’re all now hidden behind that little arrow icon on the Camera app screen.

Depending on the features you regularly use in the iPhone camera app, the redesigned interface may be pleasant or annoying. But it should be noted that Apple has done a pretty good job of introducing many new camera “tricks” into the application without cluttering the user interface. It now has more options than ever. At the same time, the “Camera” application seems simple and straightforward.

Given the fact that Apple still makes changes to the interface of its Camera app quite regularly, it won’t surprise anyone if something new appears in the future and some settings move to another place or even return to the previous one. Perhaps, the wishes of a particular user for the application interface will be taken into account through its customization.

Let us know in the comments if you think this interface change is warranted and what is your favorite filter.

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IPhone camera repair: what happens if you install a non-original camera

06/01/2022 by

Every Apple smartphone undergoes rigorous testing. Nevertheless, the manufacturer guarantees high quality standards. This is what allows the iPhone to work quickly and smoothly. The smartphone camera is an important part of the system. This module provides sensitive autofocus, shoots portraits with bokeh and depth control, and helps to apply portrait lighting effects.

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But what if the camera suddenly stops functioning properly? Is it possible to exchange it for an inexpensive non-original analogue in a good workshop? Will such a solution provide the required module quality?

Apple strongly recommends that you outsource this work to certified professionals. These craftsmen have been trained to work with Apple products, and they will definitely use original components. Such services are provided both by the manufacturer himself and by authorized service centers or independent centers working with original modules. Already in the case of warranty service, there is definitely no point in refusing the official service.

Genuine spare parts are precisely sized to fit the housing. An inexperienced technician may fail to tighten the screws or covers, resulting in damage to the battery, overheating of the device, or even injury to the owner. The very same iPhone camera is designed taking into account the operating system of the smartphone. A non-original module may simply be incompatible software or work incorrectly, losing performance. Such a problem can manifest itself, for example, after updating iOS and the appearance of new drivers for the camera in the system. When using a non-original module, the following problems may occur:

the camera will not focus well or the picture will be blurry;
in Portrait mode, subject may be out of focus or only partially in focus;
a third-party application working with the camera may freeze or even quit unexpectedly;
in third party applications, live preview will be blank or freeze.

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How to check the original camera installation after repairing iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max, 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max

Follow the path Settings → Basic → About this device… Parts replacement history will be available on iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, and iPhone 13 mini with iOS 15.2 or later installed. Here you can also find out if the camera has been replaced on a smartphone.

If original spare parts were installed during the repair, next to the camera in the section Parts and Service History will be indicated Original spare part or Apple part authenticity…

If a non-original module is present, the entry “Unknown detail“.

This may mean that:

a non-original camera was installed in the device;
this camera was previously used or installed on another iPhone;
the camera is not working properly.

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What is HDR, Auto HDR and Smart HDR in an iPhone camera, should it be turned on, and how does it affect photo quality

02/01/2022 by

Smart HDR is, as the name suggests, similar to normal HDR, but smarter. This feature first appeared on the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR in 2018. It takes full advantage of all camera sensors, the power of the A12 Bionic neural chip, the capabilities of machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer vision and the latest advances in mobile photography. Thanks to Smart HDR, all iPhone users can easily capture pictures with sufficient light and high dynamic range.

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The user is not required to delve into fine-tuning – just press the shutter button, and the iPhone will do the rest. But behind such a simple feature lies sophisticated technology that takes full advantage of Apple-designed processors and graphics chips. This hardware is optimized to interact with the camera software, allowing you to take beautiful pictures effortlessly.

Previous iPhones already had regular HDR and Auto HDR features, but Smart HDR debuted on the iPhone XS / XR series.

Smart HDR delivers better color quality and more highlights and shadows in your photos

On older models, the function will not work due to the lack of the required fast sensors, shutter lag and other new improvements. Auto HDR is mainly used by users to capture a moment in time with more detail and take sharper, more realistic shots.

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What is HDR

This abbreviation itself literally stands for High Dynamic Range. This is the name given to a digital photography technique that allows you to take great pictures in scenes with high contrast levels. HDR allows you to compose the tones of several similar images to expand the dynamic range beyond the built-in capabilities of the capture device. This feature works best when photographing a shaded subject against a bright background.

Only HDR makes such shots possible: excellent detail in low light, no overly bright sky on the right side of the shot

On traditional DSLR cameras, you have to choose between too bright a background or a shaded subject. HDR, on the other hand, allows you to accurately display both. With this feature enabled, iOS quickly takes three consecutive shots, each with a different exposure level. One is at normal level, one is for the brightest part of the scene, and one is for the darkest part of the scene. The best parts of each exposure are combined into one HDR frame. HDR is especially useful in challenging lighting conditions such as harsh, bright backlights.

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The images below clearly show how the HDR function works.

In the first (left) image, the exposure has been balanced to best represent the sky. Because of this, the object turned out to be too dark. In the second photo, the shutter speed was balanced for the best shot of the subject in the foreground. This made the sky overexposed or just too bright. HDR blended all three frames to enhance detail and present them in bright and midtones.

As you can see, HDR took the best parts of the overexposed and underexposed shots and combined them with the third shot taken at normal exposure. This made it possible to obtain a detailed photograph (located on the right) with high contrast.

The sophisticated displays of Apple gadgets are capable of displaying a wide color gamut. The cameras of these devices also know how to create it. They allow you to increase the dynamic range of HDR images by 60%.

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Auto HDR on iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus

On iPhone X, iPhone 8, and 8 Plus and newer, this feature is enabled by default in iOS. The latest models of smartphones from Apple actively use HDR not only in the main camera unit, but also on the front one, when the device considers it possible to improve the photo. But this behavior of the iPhone can be turned off. The Auto HDR switch can be set to inactive in the camera settings (app Settings → Camera) in the HDR section.

It has already been mentioned that devices such as iPhone XR, iPhone XS / XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone SE 2, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini The iPhone 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max has improved camera sensors and chips to deliver improved HDR. Based on these benefits, Apple has created an even more advanced version of Auto HDR. It is not for nothing that it got the name Smart HDR.

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Smart HDR on iPhone XR, iPhone XS / XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone SE 2, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max

Smart HDR is activated by default whenever needed to improve image quality based on shooting conditions. Unlike previous HDR modes, this smart one works with a wider range of scene types. Some of them could not use traditional HDR: Portrait and Portrait Lighting modes, panoramic and burst shots, live photos and other similar real-life scenarios.

All HDR images taken with iPhone X (iPhone 8/8 Plus) or later are marked with a distinctive HDR icon in the very corner. On the iPhone XS, and newer models, Smart HDR is involved in almost all photographs, but the icon at the bottom of the photos appears only if it is significantly processed.

Below is an example with two different Apple devices to showcase Smart HDR image enhancement with faster sensors, better chips, and improved processing algorithms for newer devices.

Left: Auto HDR on iPhone X; Right: Smart HDR on the iPhone XS. Notice the overexposed clown in the Auto HDR photo.

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The difference is obvious. The image on the iPhone X is clearly disrupted in tricky lighting, but the image on the iPhone XS looks much better. This happened precisely due to Smart HDR. Notice the ability to read the Shelton Theater on the back of the clown’s mouth. However, you can also turn off Smart HDR in the camera settings, so as not to use this function every time you press the shutter button in the Camera application. To manually control HDR, do the following:

On iPhone iPhone XR, XS / XS Max, 11, 11 Pro, SE 2, 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max, turn off Smart HDR along the way: Camera → Settings…

On iPhone X / 8/8 Plus, turn off Auto HDR along the way: Camera → Settings…

On previous models, turn off HDR along the way: Camera → Settings…

On all iPhone models that support HDR, this feature can be controlled directly in the Camera app without going to Settings. To do this, in the top panel, you just need to click on the HDR icon and select the mode On or Off…

Note: On iPhone XS and later, when Smart HDR is enabled, the HDR switch will not be on the camera itself.

All iPhones prior to the iPhone 8 always save a normal exposure image in the Photos app along with its HDR counterpart. This is because the technology has not yet been fully developed, and the photographs were not always perfect. Of course, storing two versions of a photo at once, normal and HDR, doubles the amount of storage required for each shot.

If the issue with the availability of free space is relevant, then you can save only the version with HDR, abandoning the source. To do this, you need to go to Camera → Settings and enable the parameter “Leave original”… And the latest iPhones with advanced chips and sensors, such as the iPhone XS and above, by default do not save the image at normal exposure along with the HDR version of the image.

In fact, this is the main thing to know about HDR on the iPhone.

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What QR codes the iPhone camera recognizes: 10 use cases

02/01/2022 by

Starting with iOS 11, iPhones and iPads received QR code scanner support in the Camera app. Perhaps the functionality will not seem so important to some, nevertheless, you can find many useful ways of using it.

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Note: If scanning QR codes does not work in iPhone camera, check if the switch is activated Scan QR codes in the application Settings In chapter Camera…

HomeKit

Typically, when connecting HomeKit accessories, you will need to read small coded stickers on compatible devices. In some cases, these codes become unavailable after connecting. To address the issue, Apple has implemented QR and NFC support for customizing HomeKit. Interestingly, the size of the code may not exceed 10 × 10 mm, but the camera still reads it.

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The calendar

QR codes can be used to add events to the calendar, for example, save information by scanning the code from the brochure.

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Contacts, Mail

By analogy with the Calendar, QR codes can be used to save contact information (when scanning a barcode, the OS will offer to save the contact information encrypted there on the device) or to send e-mail messages to specific addresses.

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Cards

Owners of entertainment venues, cafes, restaurants or eateries will appreciate the QR reader support in Maps. Now clients do not need to waste time entering the address, they just need to read the code.

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SMS and (iMessage)

The iOS functionality provides for the ability to send messages after scanning the QR code, which can be useful if the user wants to subscribe to an SMS or send an iMessage.

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Wi-Fi connection

One of the most common ways to use QR codes is to connect to a Wi-Fi network. In catering establishments, the QR code can be positioned on the counter so that visitors can connect to the Internet without interference. Note that starting with iOS 11, iPhones and iPads received a new feature that allows you to send Wi-Fi passwords to neighboring devices.

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Telephone

Owners of smartphones and tablets based on iOS no longer need to dial the number manually, thanks to the support for reading QR codes, the operating system can do it itself.

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Site addresses

When scanning a code containing a website URL, iOS will prompt you to open it in Safari.

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Callback URLs

A significant number of iOS apps support the Callback URLs feature, allowing users and third-party programs to create custom URLs for specific application areas. Using this function, you can scan the QR code and go to a specific action in the application, for example, open a specific user’s Twitter page.

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How to create your own QR code

There are a huge number of services for generating QR codes, but not all of them are compatible with iOS 11 and newer. Of those that work with this version of the OS, QRStuff.com is a good choice.

iOS is capable of recognizing QR codes not only through the camera. When you save the code to the iPhone, the system will recognize the content and suggest appropriate actions.

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Which Smartphone Has the Best Camera in 2021 – Top 10

14/12/2021 by

Engineering thought has reached a ceiling – further improvement of cameras is objectively impossible without a radical change in the design of the smartphone itself. All flagship models are equipped with almost perfect, from a technical point of view, modules and to determine the winner, you will have to go an alternative way.

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While smartphone users race to fill their file storages and social media accounts with photos of cats, landscapes and their loved ones, engineers are racking their brains over how to improve their already excellent cameras. Moreover, the competition among the latter is even tougher, because the fight is not for likes, but for millions of dollars of potential profit for the company.

Several years ago, looking at the camera results of the flagship devices of Apple, Samsung and other A-brands, it seemed that the evolution of these modules was about to stop. High-quality, “silent” photos even in low light conditions, ultra-fast autofocus, optical stabilization when shooting video – what more? However, there is no limit to perfection, the emergence of new features and improvements depends solely on user demand.

By the new year, all the leading vendors have already pleased the audience with announcements and releases of fresh flagship models of smartphones, which means that we can summarize intermediate results. In this post, we will take a look at the 10 best cameras in mobile devices as of 2021.

All of the smartphones below take great photos and videos. For most users, the difference in the quality of the cameras presented below the top will be almost imperceptible. However, narrowly focused specialists can still prioritize, highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of a particular model. This rating is compiled according to the data of DxOMark experts and other reputable resources.

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Which Smartphone Has the Best Camera – Top 10 in 2021

10th place iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini

Despite the fact that these devices themselves are positioned as basic in the lineup, their cameras are also worthy of respect. And this despite the fact that the module contains only two cameras, it lacks a telephoto lens, unlike most of its rated neighbors

Main lens: 12 MP, f / 1.6 aperture, 26mm equivalent focal length, OIS, 1.7um pixel size, Dual Pixel autofocus.
Ultra wide angle lens: 12 MP, aperture f / 2.4 equivalent to 13 mm, PDAF, shooting angle 120 degrees.

Overall, camera performance is very close to the larger and more expensive iPhone 13 Pro, except of course the telephoto lens. Considering the compact size of these two models, they look almost the best options for photographers who prefer the most compact cameras. The iPhone 13 mini and iPhone 13 are highly praised for their high-quality exposure, pleasing colors, and a consistently good autofocus system. Detailing has clearly improved over last year’s model. The camera gives great shots in bright light conditions and indoors.

And while the lack of a telephoto lens makes it hard to compete with the top-rated devices in this category, the ultra-wide-angle camera delivers excellent quality. And in terms of video shooting, the iPhone 13 / iPhone 13 mini are among the best in the premium segment. Credit for this is accurate exposure, wide dynamic range, and smooth autofocus.

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9th place Oppo Find X3 Pro

In our market, models of this brand are not particularly widely represented, nevertheless, the manufacturer is one of the largest in the world. This is proved by the company’s top flagship, which belongs to the ultra-premium segment. The Oppo Find X3 Pro contains all the best, the engineers of the manufacturer and the camera did not ignore it. On the back panel there were 4 of them at once:

Main lens: 50 MP, sensor 1 / 1.56 Sony IMX 766, aperture f / 1.8, focal length 26 mm, PDAF, OIS
Ultra wide angle lens: 50 MP, 1 / 1.56 Sony IMX 766 sensor, f / 2.2 aperture with 110.3 degrees, PDAF
Telephoto lens: 13 MP, f / 2.4 aperture, 52 mm focal length.
Microscope: 3 MP, f / 3.0 aperture, 30x magnification (60x program zoom).

Noteworthy is the microscope camera, which will not be left without the attention of an inquisitive user. Indeed, with its help, you can look differently at familiar things and see what is usually hidden from view. A 5x hybrid zoom can be achieved with a telephoto lens, but this is not just a digital zoom, but the result of complex algorithms.

Most of the photos have bright and pleasant colors, good detail. Ultra-wide provides a good compromise between texture and noise. High dynamic range is used when shooting at night.

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8th place: Huawei P40 Pro and Huawei P40 Pro Plus

The characteristics of the cameras Huawei P40 Pro are as follows:

Main Ultra Vision camera: 50 MP matrix resolution, 23 mm focal length, f / 1.9 aperture with Octa Phase Detection autofocus system, optical image stabilization;
Ultra-wide-angle lens: 40 MP, 18 mm focal length, f / 1.8 aperture;
Telephoto lens: 12 MP, 5x optical zoom, 125 mm focal length, f / 3.4 aperture;
ToF camera for taking portrait photos;
Front camera: 32 MP with an IR sensor to determine the depth of the scene and the ability to shoot video in 4K.

The main difference between the Huawei P40 Pro + version is a telephoto lens, or rather two at once. One of them is borrowed from the basic version of Huawei P40 (8 MP, 3x optical zoom, focal length 80 mm, aperture f / 2.4), and the second one involves shooting objects at a very long distance – this is an 8-megapixel module with periscopic optics , allowing you to realize 10x optical zoom. The focal length of the “telescope” is 240 mm, the aperture is f / 4.4.

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7th place Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra

Another camera phone with two telephoto lenses, which is able to fully satisfy the needs of an ordinary lover of mobile photography and video filming. In the Ultra model, it was decided to abandon the 108-megapixel main lens (as in the Pro version), but at the same time increase the focal length of the main telemodule with a periscopic lens arrangement from 94 to 120 mm. As for the ultrawide camera, it has the widest viewing angle among all modern smartphones.

Main lens: Quad-Bayer sensor, 48 MP resolution, 25 mm focal length, f / 1.85 aperture, optical image stabilization, PD autofocus;
Telephoto lens: 12 MP, 50 mm focal length, f / 2 aperture, Duel-Pixel autofocus, 2x optical zoom;
Telephoto lens: Quad-Bayer sensor, 48 MP, 120 mm focal length, f / 4.1 aperture, optical image stabilization, PD autofocus, 5x optical zoom;
Ultra wide angle lens: 20 MP, 12 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.2, PD autofocus;
Front-camera: matrix resolution 20 MP;
Multispectral color temperature sensor;

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6th place Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

The main feature of the new flagship Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (apart from the flagships of the Galaxy Z line) is the emergence of a second telephoto lens with 10x optical zoom. The optics work excellently, allows you to look at and shoot the Moon without artificial-intelligent focuses with gluing third-party images in the style of Huawei.

Otherwise, the camera capabilities of the smartphone have practically not changed in comparison with last year’s Galaxy S20 Ultra, and in the DxOMark rating, the new product even lost 3 points to its older brother and did not make it into the top ten camera phones.

The main characteristics of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra cameras:

● Wide-angle: 108 MP, pixel size 0.8 micron and 2.4 micron in Nonacell dot merging mode, F / 1.8 aperture, OIS, 24 mm focal length, phase detection autofocus;
● Telephoto lens: 10 MP, dot size 1.22 microns, aperture F / 2.4, optical image stabilization, 72 mm focal length, 3x optical zoom;
● Telephoto lens: 10 MP, dot size 1.22 microns, aperture F / 4.9, optical image stabilization, 240 mm focal length, 10x optical zoom;
● Ultra-wide-angle camera: resolution 12 MP, pixel size 1.4 microns, aperture F / 2.2, focal length 13 mm .;
● Front camera: 40 MP, aperture F / 2.2.

5th place Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

In 2020, the Chinese corporation invested a lot in preparing the best mobile camera for its smartphones, expanding the staff of the relevant division to 1,000 people, and a year later the number of employees has doubled. The first result of their work was the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra camera phone, which immediately after the release became the undisputed leader in the DxOMArk rating with a score of 143 points.

The emphasis of the creators of Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra on the camera module is visible even before the smartphone is unlocked, just look at the rear panel, almost the entire upper part of which is occupied by a block with lenses and flash. Hidden under this hood are high-end sensors based on advanced sensors from Sony and Samsung, delivering unprecedented image quality.

However, the unequivocal leadership of Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra in the ranking of DxOMArk camera phones is debatable, and most of the shortcomings are on the conscience of the company’s programmers. In particular, the night mode of shooting raises complaints, which works much less impressively than in the iPhone or Huawei.

The main characteristics of the cameras Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra:

Main lens: matrix from Samsung 50 MP, pixel size 1.4 µm (2.8 µm in
12MP mode), 24mm focal length, f / 1.95 aperture, OIS, laser autofocus;
Telephoto lens: Sony 48 MP sensor, 0.8 µm pixel size (1.6 µm in 12-megapixel mode), 120 mm focal length, f / 4.1 aperture, optical image stabilization, 5x optical zoom, phase detection autofocus.
Ultra wide angle lens: matrix from Sony 48 MP, pixel size 0.8 / 1.6 µm, 12 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.2, phase detection autofocus, viewing angle 128 degrees;
Front-camera: resolution 20 MP, pixel size 0.8 µm, 27 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.2.

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4th place Apple iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max

If we talk about hardware improvements in comparison with the previous series, then the main innovation of the iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max was the appearance of the LIDAR scanner, which is responsible for faster autofocus and building the scene structure in low light conditions. In addition, the ultra-wide-angle camera has a stronger f / 1.6 aperture.

The main changes were made to the algorithms for processing images and videos. Thanks to the new Apple A14 Bionic chip and the next generation Neural Engine, the iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max has acquired a number of functions and capabilities, including: Deep Fusion for analyzing a series of photos with different exposures to select the best pixels, Smart HDR 3 for automatic adjustments shadow and overexposure areas of the image with edge enhancement, ProRAW format for facilitating and partial automation of post-processing of images, shooting HDR video in the Dolby Vision standard with a frequency of up to 30 FPS, etc.

IPhone 12 Pro Max specifications are as follows:

Main lens: 12MP, 26mm focal length, f / 1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilization (iPhone 12 Pro uses less effective dual OIS), PDAF autofocus;
Telephoto lens: 12 MP, 65 mm focal length (iPhone 12 Pro – 52 mm), f / 2.0 aperture (iPhone 12 Pro – f / 2.2);
Ultra wide angle lens: resolution 12 MP, 13 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.4;
LIDAR sensor;
Front-camera: 12 MP, 23 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.2 + 3D sensor for assessing the depth of the frame.

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3rd place Huawei Mate 40 Pro and Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus

Contrary to the expectations of optimistic mobile photography enthusiasts, Huawei’s 2020 flagship device hasn’t received a significant camera upgrade in terms of hardware. The main update noted by the experts was the improved night shooting mode, which now does not “sharpen” photos taken even in pitch darkness, and is inferior only to special cameras for shooting in low light conditions.

In addition, several new features have appeared, for example, subject tracking in Full-HD mode, which will be useful when filming sports events, animals, action scenes.

Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus camera specifications:

Main camera Ultra Vision: matrix resolution 50 MP, focal length 23 mm, f / 1.9 aperture with Octa-PD autofocus system, optical image stabilization;
Superzoom camera: 8 MP, 10x optical zoom, OIS (stabilization).
Ultra wide angle lens: 20 MP, 18 mm focal length, f / 2.4 aperture, PD autofocus;
Telephoto lens: 12 MP, 3x optical zoom, 125mm focal length, f / 3.4 aperture, OIS;
ToF camera for taking portrait photos (3D camera with depth sensor);
Front-camera: 32 MP with IR sensor to determine the depth of the scene and the ability to shoot video in 4K.

Huawei Mate 40 Pro camera specifications:

Main camera Ultra Vision: matrix resolution 50 MP, focal length 23 mm, f / 1.9 aperture with Octa-PD autofocus system, optical image stabilization;
Ultra wide angle lens: 20 MP, 18 mm focal length, f / 2.4 aperture, PD autofocus;
Telephoto lens: 12 MP, 5x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom, 50x digital zoom, 125mm focal length, f / 3.4 aperture, OIS;
Laser autofocus for fast focusing…
Front-camera: 32 MP with IR sensor to determine the depth of the scene and the ability to shoot video in 4K.

Buy Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus

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2nd place iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro

Apple’s flagships invariably stand out for their photo capabilities, because where optics fail, software algorithms help. Both older models of the Apple line in 2021 received the same camera module. Compared to its predecessors, the main camera received a larger sensor and a faster aperture. The super-width retained the same matrix size, but the aperture changed for the better and PDAF autofocus appeared. The telephoto lens now has 3x magnification, compared to 2x in the iPhone 12 Pro.

Main lens: 12 MP, f / 1.5 aperture, 26mm equivalent focal length, OIS, 1.9μm pixel size, Dual Pixel autofocus.
Ultra wide angle lens: 12 MP, f / 1.8 13mm equivalent, PDAF, 2cm macro.
Telephoto lens: 12 MP, aperture f / 2.8 equivalent to 77 mm, optical image stabilization.

Cameras in iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max provide accurate and repeatable exposure. Correct white balance and natural colors and tones, even in difficult conditions. But this is the corporate identity of all iPhones. The camera’s autofocus works accurately and quickly, the pictures are well detailed. Despite the apparent lag from competitors in the parameters of equipment, Apple was able to most effectively approach the image processing in its new flagship. There have been improvements in key areas of photography from last year’s model. It is worth noting the high mark for video shooting – Dx0Mark gave 119 points. There was simply no equal iPhone 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max for this criterion.

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1st place Huawei P50 Pro

Huawei successfully proves that its flagships are almost in no way inferior to the top models of Apple and Samsung. This also applies to the capabilities of the cameras. The flagship of the manufacturer, Huawei P50 Pro, in the Dx0Mark ranking takes not just a high, but generally the first place. The camera module contains several cool modules at once. The main module received the highest score in the camera rating on Dx0Mark (144 points), the selfie camera also has no equal (106 points).

Main lens: 50 MP (12.5 MP still image resolution), f / 1.8 aperture, 23 mm focal length equivalent, OIS
Monochrome sensor: 40 MP (down to 10 MP by pixel binning), f / 1.6 aperture, 26 mm equivalent focal length.
Telephoto lens: 64 МП (16 МП на выходе), диафрагма f/3.5 в эквиваленте 90 мм, оптическая стабилизация изображения
Сверхширокоугольный объектив: разрешение 13 МП, диафрагма f/2.2 в эквиваленте 13 мм.
Фронтальная камера: 40 МП, размер пикселя 0,7 мкм (1,4 мк в режиме Nonacell), светосила F/2.2.

В этом смартфоне Huawei вернулась к использованию монохромного датчика совместно с основным, что в последний раз было реализовано еще в 2018 году на P20 Pro. Монохромный датчик улучшает отображение мелких деталей и снижает шумы, особенно при слабом освещении. Также с его помощью можно лучше оценивать глубину сцены при формировании эффекта боке.

Основная и широкоугольная камера демонстрируют низкий уровень шума и широкий динамический диапазон в любых условиях. Баланс белого точен и естественен. На средней и дальней дистанции в помещении и при дневном свете присутствует хорошая детализация. При съемке неподвижных объектов у Huawei P50 Pro нет конкурентов. Этот смартфон лучше соседей по рейтингу работает с зумом. А при ночной съемке даже без вспышки на изображениях подбирается хорошая экспозиция, как для лица, так и для фона.

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How to change the aspect ratio of the camera when shooting on iPhone

06/11/2021 by

With the release of the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro, the Camera app has been redesigned to make room for a variety of advanced shooting options in the new flagship models. In addition to the main exclusive functions, the cameras of the flagship smartphones also received shooting modes with different aspect ratios.

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On earlier iPhones, the Camera app only offers one 1: 1 aspect ratio, called Square. It allows you to take pictures in Instagram format. This means that users can choose other aspect ratios after the fact, in the editing mode of the “Photos” application,

On the latest iPhones, users can choose between three aspect ratios when shooting in the Camera app: Square (1: 1), 4: 3, and 16: 9.

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How to choose the aspect ratio of the camera on iPhone

In order to switch to different shooting modes, follow these steps:

1. Launch the Camera app by tapping the chevron (arrow button) at the top of the viewfinder or to the side of the viewfinder when shooting in landscape orientation. This will reveal hidden settings.

2. Directly under the viewfinder or to the side of it, a 4: 3 button will appear, which must be pressed.

3. In the extended menu of buttons that appears after clicking, select your preferred aspect ratio.

4. Continue shooting with the desired aspect ratio.

Please note that 1: 1 and 16: 9 ratios are non-destructive. In other words, you can re-crop them in the edit window if you later want to revert to the standard 4: 3 aspect ratio.

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Continuity Camera, or How to Take Photos on Mac with iPhone Camera

15/09/2021 by

Starting with macOS Mojave, Apple’s desktop operating system has a useful new feature called Continuity Camera (Camera Continuity), designed for taking photos or scanning documents using the iPhone or iPad camera. In this case, the photos automatically appear in the document on the Mac. This happens without the need to additionally sync devices or manually transfer photos.

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Peculiarities:

Continuity Camera is a new feature that works in macOS Mojave (or later) and iOS 12 (or later).
With it, you can directly insert images taken with an iOS device into applications on a Mac;
Both iOS and Mac devices must be nearby;
The user does not need to sync images to your Mac for the feature to work.

In a nutshell, starting with macOS Mojave, your iOS device’s camera turns into another Mac feature.

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IPhone camera as a Mac feature

People are using more and more different devices these days. To bridge the gap between mobile and desktop, Apple began creating features Continuity (Continuity) on iOS and macOS a few years ago. With Continuity Camera, the user can take a photo or scan a document using the camera on their iOS device, and then it instantly appears on the Mac. It’s much easier than trying to use the Mac’s built-in camera to do the job.

It is noteworthy that the Continuity Camera features are completely free and do not require any updates. All document apps in Mojave automatically use the Continuity Camera feature, from built-in apps like Pages, Keynote, Numbers, TextEdit, Notes, and Mail to third-party apps like Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Pixelmator.

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System Requirements For Continuity Camera

Make sure all your devices meet the minimum system requirements for Continuity Camera.

Mac computers running macOS Mojave or later;
iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running iOS 12 or later.
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth must be turned on on devices near each other.
Functions Continuity require both devices to be connected to the same iCloud account and have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled. Keep in mind that devices do not need to be connected to a Wi-Fi network in order for them to work. Continuity Camera…

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How to Take Photos on Mac with iPhone Camera

To add an image or scanned document from iPhone to Mac, do the following:

1. On a Mac with macOS Mojave 10.14 or later, open an existing document or create a new one.

2. Place the cursor where you want to insert the image.

3. On the toolbar, click on the icon “Insert image” and select one of the options:

Take a photo – take a photo with the camera of your iOS device and insert it into a document on your Mac.
Scan documents – scan a document with the camera of your iOS device and add it to your document on Mac.

NOTE. If you have an iPad or iPod touch, the wording on the menu will match the name of your device.

4. Your iOS device’s camera will work immediately, ready to shoot.

Take a photo by pressing the shutter button on your iOS device, then select “Use photo”to automatically insert it into your document on your Mac, or click “Re-shoot”if the photo is unsuccessful.

The interface provides basic shooting functions, including turning on the flash, switching between the front and rear cameras, and using optical or digital zoom.

When using an iOS device as a document scanner, place the document in the viewfinder and press the shutter button, then adjust the frames. Click on “Leave”to return to the previous screen and scan additional pages, or “Re-shoot” to rescan.

When finished, tap “Save”to automatically insert the scanned document into an app on your Mac.

Scanned files are saved in the application “Photo”…

The document scanning interface includes buttons for manual and automatic shutter release, flash, and a selection of image filters such as “Colour”, “Shades of gray”, “Black and white” and “Photo”…

In some applications, you can position the pointer where you want, and then right-click to select an option “Take a photo” or Scan Documents from the context menu.

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Motorcycle breaks iPhone camera – Apple

14/09/2021 by

In September 2021, an article appeared in the device support section of the Apple website that will certainly attract the attention of motorcyclists. The document states that powerful vibrations generated by motorcycle engines can negatively affect the performance of iPhone cameras.

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It is worth noting the behavior of the manufacturer, who did not deny the problem, but explained it as much as possible. It is difficult to fight the laws of physics that manifest themselves in scenarios atypical for a smartphone. We know that, under normal conditions, the iPhone camera can produce really great photos. Camera systems include advanced technologies such as optical image stabilization and closed-loop autofocus. They help you take high-quality pictures even in difficult conditions. It is these systems that resist subtle movements and vibrations. So, the optical image stabilization OIS using a gyroscope determines the movement of the camera during shooting. To avoid blur, the lens moves in accordance with the angle of the gyroscope. Another useful feature is closed-loop autofocus. During its operation, built-in magnetic sensors measure gravitational and vibration effects and reveal the position of the lens, allowing you to calculate the compensation movement.

These systems are initially designed for long-term operation. However, prolonged direct exposure to high-amplitude vibrations of certain frequency ranges on an electronic device can degrade the performance of systems. But this situation applies not only to the iPhone, but also to many other household devices, including smartphones. It’s just that Apple is honest about the problem, warning motorcyclists of the possible consequences.

This problem can manifest itself due to the work of powerful motorcycle engines, which create the very vibrations. They are transmitted through the chassis to the steering wheel with the iPhone attached to it. A powerful external influence can degrade the performance of the camera and make the quality of the captured photos and videos trivially lower.

I must say that this problem has long been noticed by motorcycle owners, complaining about it. A year ago, one of the bikers posted on Reddit about the strange work of his iPhone 11 Pro. The phone was attached to the steering wheel of a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, but after just a month, the camera was noticeably worse off. It turned out to be very difficult to get clear photos.

And this problem affects almost all iPhones released in recent years. The fact is that the optical stabilization system appeared in the iPhone 6 Plus in 2014, and closed-loop autofocus – in 2018 in the iPhone XS.

I must say that it was not possible to completely resolve the situation. Apple suggests using a special shock-absorbing mount, which will significantly reduce the risk of damaging your smartphone cameras. But the manufacturer also does not recommend regularly and for a long time to use a smartphone in this position on the handlebars of a motorcycle. Even on small two-wheeled vehicles or electric mopeds / scooters, vibrations can be present. And although there is no direct solution to the problem, information about it and the simplest recommendations will already help to minimize risks. And motorcyclists will at least know what can happen with the constant presence of a smartphone on the steering wheel.

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Should I close the camera on a Macbook: Apple’s answer

10/08/2021 by ALOK DAS

Confidentiality issues are of concern to many. And how can you not pay attention to the problem when various news sources constantly trumpet about the leakage of our data to IT giants. Not only do they already have complete information about what we do on the Internet, what we buy and what we are interested in, but it also seems that we are being invisibly spied on with the help of our own smartphones and laptops. At least many people believe it.

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As proof of this, we can cite the example of the famous photograph with the taped camera of Mark Zuckerberg’s laptop. And there are manufacturers who decided to use these fears and even released special laptop models with a shutter on the camera.

I must say that such a step reassures many – it seems that this will help to avoid secret surveillance. A similar fate has not passed and the owners of MacBook, especially Apple, no less than other IT giants, is famous for collecting information (officially – only to make life easier for users). But not so long ago, Apple itself officially spoke out on the topic of whether it is necessary to glue the MacBook webcam. The manufacturer strongly discourages doing this, and here’s why.

Simple protection seems to be reliable, only it can damage your laptop. In any case, Apple issues such a warning to all MacBook users who decide to protect themselves in this way. When you try to install some kind of overlay on the camera, you can easily press down the upper part of the display, damaging it – the gap between the keyboard and the screen is too small. And there have already been such precedents. And for users to be sure of their safety, a special indicator is installed on the Mac, which is just activated when the camera is turned on. The overlay can also disrupt the light sensor and cause useful features such as automatic screen brightness and True Tone technology to malfunction. To be on the safe side, it is better to pay attention to the indicator associated with the operation of the FaceTime HD camera or in the “System Preferences” explicitly specify the applications that are allowed to use the camera.

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How does the MacBook camera display (green indicator) work?

When creating Apple products, a lot of attention is paid just to the issues of protecting users’ personal information. There is no need to resort to such primitive measures as gluing the camera – security technologies come to the rescue. They will help to restrict access to your data. In particular, the FaceTime HD camera in the MacBook has a special indicator. As soon as the module starts working, the diode turns green.

This will allow the user to always know exactly when his camera is active. It is designed in such a way that it cannot physically turn on without activating the indicator. So it clearly signals the activation of the camera. This approach makes gluing the camera senseless – the user always knows exactly when it starts working.

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Selecting apps to use the camera

The second, additional step can further ensure your level of security. You can choose which applications use the built-in camera in your MacBook. On macOS Mojave or later, the user is required to have permission to use this module. You can find out which programs already have access and adjust it by recalling or giving it to other applications in the menu System settings → Protection and safety → Confidentiality → Camera…

Find in the list the application that you want to give access to the camera and mark it with a checkbox. If you uncheck the box, then this program will no longer be able to use the camera. Moreover, when you try to access it, you will receive a notification prompting you to reactivate this feature.

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How do I use the camera overlay?

It may well be that the camera overlay needs to be installed according to your employer’s work guidelines. How logical they are is another question. In such a situation, the following actions can be recommended.

The thickness of the lining should be no more than 0.1 mm, which can be compared with the thickness of a sheet of paper;
Do not use an overlay that can leave glue marks on the camera;
If your cover is thicker than 0.1 mm, then it is recommended that you remove it every time you close the lid of your MacBook.

These measures will finally convince the user or his employer of safety, and at the same time ensure the safety of the equipment.

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Camera mileage Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony: how to find out?

29/07/2021 by ALOK DAS

Cameras are far from the most popular commodity today. Nevertheless, this type of technology is gradually being replaced by more universal, albeit not so high-quality in terms of capabilities, smartphones. And while the primary camera market is stagnating, there are many interesting offers on the secondary market. But the purchase of such a complex product from hands is a kind of lottery. True, there is one important parameter that you should definitely pay attention to when buying a camera on the secondary market. In our article, we will just tell you how you can check the real mileage of the camera so as not to get your hands on a completely dead copy.

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If a person is professionally involved in photography, then over time he will come to understand the limitations of his capabilities due to technology. So there is a need to move to a more modern or advanced model. Of course, purchasing a new camera is the perfect solution to take away the hassle and potential worries you might have regarding device life and potential defects. But many people prefer to save money by going to the secondary market. There you can easily find a completely working solution, albeit with external problems, but quite suitable for long-term operation. The advantages of this approach are obvious – with luck, you can find an almost new camera at a good discount. But here it is already important to know what to look for when choosing in order not to get a device with a state close to emergency. And one of the most important parameters when choosing a camera from hand is its “mileage”. This is the name for the number of shutter releases.

It is also important to understand that it will not be possible to approach this issue “head-on”. The mileage of the camera itself can affect its condition in different ways. Here we must also look at the operating conditions. So, if you take two cameras with the same number of shutter actuations, then from a technical point of view, the one whose shutter is most often used indoors will be better. It’s no secret that shooting outdoors and constantly changing lenses in dusty and humid environments will wear out the shutter faster. Both moisture and dust get into the chamber shaft, gradually they accumulate on the shutter lamellas and lead to its accelerated wear.

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What is the shutter life of the camera?

Interchangeable-lens cameras, DSLRs and mirrorless cameras are always equipped with a shutter – mechanical shutters that regulate the flow of incident light onto the camera’s sensor, thereby measuring the exact exposure time. The shutter, like any other mechanism, wears out over time. Each camera model has a certain guaranteed shutter life.

Canon EOS 5D Mark III shutter

For example, for budget cameras’ shutters it is only 15,000 – 30,000 frames, and for semi-professional and professional cameras it is already 150 – 300 thousand. Fortunately, this indicator does not mean at all that, having reached these values, the shutter will immediately stop – it can work for much longer. There are cases when amateur DSLRs worked out both 150 and 200 thousand frames. If the device will be used under normal conditions, the shutter can work further beyond its specified minimum resource.

To a greater extent, the value of the guaranteed shutter resource shows how much safety margin is included in the camera by the manufacturer.

Camera model	Average camera mileage
Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi / 400D	50,000 – 70,000
Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT / 350D	50,000 – 70,000
Canon EOS 20D	60,000 – 80,000
Canon EOS 30D	80,000 – 100,000
Canon EOS 40D	80,000 – 100,000
Canon EOS 50D	80,000 – 100,000
Canon EOS 60D	100,000 – 120,000
Canon EOS 70D	100,000 – 120,000
Canon EOS 80D	100,000 – 120,000
Canon EOS 7D	120,000 – 150,000
Canon EOS 7D Mark II	180,000 – 200,000
Canon EOS 5D	100,000 – 130,000
Canon EOS 5D Mark II	170,000 – 180,000
Canon EOS 5DMarkIII	170,000 – 190,000
Canon EOS 5DMarkVI	180,000 – 200,000
Canon EOS 6D	130,000 – 150,000
Canon EOS 1D Mark II	190,000 – 220,000
Canon EOS 1DMarkIII	280,000 – 300,000
Canon EOS 1DX	390,000 – 400,000

Nikon D40 D60	55,000 – 70,000
Nikon D5100	80,000 – 90,000
Nikon D5200	80,000 – 90,000
Nikon D5300	80,000 – 90,000
Nikon D5600	90,000 – 100,000
Nikon D7000	100,000 – 120,000
Nikon D7100	135,000 – 150,000
Nikon D7200	140,000 – 150,000
Nikon D600	150,000 – 160,000
Nikon D610	150,000 – 160,000
Nikon D800	185,000 – 200,000
Nikon D810	240,000 – 250,000
Nikon D4	390,000 – 400,000
Nikon D5	390,000 – 400,000

Pentax K-5	90,000 – 100,000
Pentax K-7	100,000 – 120,000
Pentax K-3	190,000 – 200,000
Pentax K-1	280,000 – 300,000

Sony DSLR-A100	90,000 – 100,000
Sony DSLR-A200	90,000 – 100,000
Sony DSLR-A300	130,000 – 150,000
Sony DSLR-A500	200,000 – 250,000
Sony DSLR-A900	330,000 – 350,000
Sony SLT A-33	90,000 – 100,000
Sony SLT A-55	90,000 – 100,000
Sony SLT A-77	140,000 – 150,000
Sony SLT A-99	185,000 – 200,000
Sony NEX-3	90,000 – 100,000
Sony NEX-5	90,000 – 100,000
Sony NEX-6	100,000 – 120,000
Sony NEX-7	100,000 – 120,000
Sony A3000	100,000 – 115,000
Sony A5000	100,000 – 115,000
Sony A6000	130,000 – 140,000
Sony alpha 7	140,000 – 150,000
Sony Alpha 7 II	180,000 – 200,000

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Factors affecting a significant reduction in the resource of the shutter mechanism

A sharp change in the temperature regimes of the camera.
Untimely cleaning of the matrix.
Frequent use of burst mode.
Frequent use of Timelapse mode.
When the camera enters live view, the shutter is not counted by the frame counter.

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How do you know if the shutter is “dying”?

Often, you can find out about the end of the life of the shutter long before the complete failure of this element. The first symptoms are very indicative – the shutter stops working at short exposures from 1/1000. The thing is that the curtains do not have time to complete the task in time, jamming. And the pictures as a result are overexposed, there may appear in the upper or lower part of the picture and a dark stripe, as well as a dark spot on the side. If the shutter is completely defective, then this will be indicated by a single pops of the mirror and an error message (Error) on the camera display.

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How to visually inspect the shutter?

It is also possible to visually assess the state of the shutter mileage. To do this, detach the lens mount and then gently lift the edge of the mirror with your finger. If the shutter has an impressive mileage, then the lamellas will be worn, and indeed, look shabby.

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How to check the shutter in operation?

After you have visually checked the shutter, you can begin to check its actual operation.

In the settings, set the shutter speed to 1/4000 or 1/8000 and take some photos. There should be no vertical stripes in the picture. In operation, the shutter button should work softly, while not emitting any extraneous noise. And if the seller hands over the device clearly without desire, then this should make you wary.

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Is it being renovated? What if there are signs of wear on the shutter?

When the first signs of valve wear appear, it is necessary to make immediate repairs, because otherwise, the sensor filter may be damaged or a complete shutter jam may occur.

Upon reaching the guaranteed number of shutter operations, it is necessary to replace the lamellas (if the shutter has not been previously repaired) or replace the entire shutter assembly.

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Universal programs for obtaining data on camera mileage

On the Internet there are special web services Camera Shutter Count and Jeffrey’s Image Metadata Viewer, which will help you to find out the shutter mileage. Even before meeting with the seller, you can ask him to send the last picture from the camera in JPEG or RAW format. The photo must be uploaded to the site using a simple form. The services will automatically process the picture, after which it will give information about the camera model and the number of photos taken on it in EXIF (data on shooting parameters written directly to the file with the photo) of the frame. This information will allow you to form a first opinion about the state of the shutter.

The only drawback of this method of checking shutter wear is the small number of cameras supported.

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How do I know the mileage of a Canon camera?

Canon has released a special utility Canon EOS Digital just to check the status of the shutter. This is how it works:

1. Connect the camera to your computer using a miniUSB cable.

2. If this is your first time connecting this camera to your computer, drivers will be found and installed for it.

3. Wait for the end of this process.

4. Extract from the downloaded archive and then run the Canon EOS Digital program.

5. In the upper left part of the application window, click on the “Connect” icon.

6. The line labeled Shutter Counter will display the number of shutter releases for this unit.

There is another similar and also popular service for estimating the number of shutter releases for Canon cameras – EOSCount. This application can also output shutter speed data with a cable connected to a Canon camera computer.

How can I find out the mileage of Sony, Nikon and Pentax cameras?

The universal option is the EOSMSG, EOSMSG and Shutter Count Viewer programs. They let you know the mileage of cameras from major leading brands. And if for Canon models you need to connect the camera using a miniUSB cable, then for the rest you can use a recent picture copied from a memory card.

Nikon records its camera mileage in the Exif of each shot. You just need to use an application that reads such information, for example, ShowExif.

For Sony cameras, you can use this service.

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Conclusion

Checking the status of the shutter is the most famous criterion when choosing a camera in the aftermarket, but far from the only one worthy of attention. It should be understood that the owner of the camera could simply change the shutter at one time, and the counter at this moment can be easily reset by software. That is why other points also require attention:

Inspect the appearance of the camera, paying particular attention to the condition of all rubber seals.
Check the condition of the fastening screws for signs of loosening. If it turns out that the camera was previously disassembled for some purpose, then it is better to refuse to purchase it.
Take a close look at the contacts of the mount and battery compartment. If you notice signs of oxidation, it could indicate that the camera is exposed to moisture or has entered the water. The symptoms are very disturbing!
Inspect the hot shoe runners and the tripod pad mounts. If you find significant abrasions there, then this is a clear sign of intensive use of the device for professional purposes.
Check that all buttons and control wheels are working. These elements should not have any backlash, they cannot be depressed.

With the help of our advice, you will be able to better assess the condition of the camera offered to you on the secondary market. Perhaps you will notice some new nuance that will save you from purchasing a dubious device.

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Where do the green or yellow dots come from in the iPhone camera photo and how to remove them?

09/07/2021 by ALOK DAS

You may have come across the fact that a photo of a beautiful sunset captured on your iPhone suddenly turns out to be spoiled by a noticeable green or yellow dot. It spoils the whole impression of the landscape.

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This is a fairly common problem that many iPhone users face from time to time. Believe it or not, the appearance of a green or yellow dot in your photos is not at all indicative of hardware problems with your smartphone.

In this article, we will try to explain what this artifact is, how to prevent its appearance and how to remove it from the photographs already taken.

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What is the green or yellow dot in iPhone photos?

As we mentioned, you may sometimes see a green dot in your iPhone photos. But in the pictures there are other similar troubles in the form of light or clouding. In fact, they all refer to the same problem.

In most cases, a green or yellow spot, haze, or glare occurs when taking a photograph with a strong light source in the background. For example, if you are photographing a sunrise, sunset or something else with the sun or bright light somewhere in your field of view, or even out of your field of view, you will most likely end up with this nasty green or yellow spot, glare. in the frame or haze.

The problem is that the rays of light travel at a specific angle and are reflected off the surface inside the camera or lens cover. Regardless of the iPhone model that the user has (iPhone 6, iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, etc.), sooner or later he will still face this problem.

And this is not at all a defect in your smartphone. It’s just physics that makes fun of a person with its effects. In all fairness, just about any camera, big or small, can be affected by the same problem. But on full-fledged DSLRs with a UV filter or a rotating polarizer, it is at least easier to eliminate.

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How to prevent a green or yellow dot from appearing in your photos

Once you understand the natural reasons for the appearance of the green point in photographs, it becomes much easier to get rid of it even at the stage of the formation of the image itself. There are several things you can do to lessen or prevent the blemish from occurring.

This seems to be the preferred method. You need to move the iPhone a little so that the green dot hits directly into the light source. Then she will disappear. For example, when shooting a sunset, you need to position your phone so that the green dot is right in the middle of the sun. This will cause the artifact to disappear without changing the tilt angle of the photo too much.

Another workaround requires that you cover the iPhone lens with an external lens or your sunglasses. This method can be used from time to time, it does not always help, but it is quite a working option.

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How to remove green stain from your iPhone photos?

If you have multiple Camera Roll shots affected by this issue, you can remove the green dot from those photos quite easily.

There are many apps in the App Store that allow you to do this, but there is one that we think is the best, and it’s also free. It’s about Google’s Snapseed. This program offers many photo editing tools, but it has one feature called Healing. This is exactly what will allow you to remove the green dot in a non-destructive way.

1. Download Snapseed for free from the App Store.

2. Launch the application and load the photo to be retouched into it. Click the tab Instruments…

3. Select a tool Point correction…

4. Use your fingers to enlarge the green or yellow spot on the screen as much as possible.

5. When the green (yellow) spot is close enough, shade it with your finger. When you take your finger off the screen, you will find that the application has magically removed the artifact. It seems that he has never been in this place.

6. Click on the checkbox in the lower right corner of the screen to save the changes, and then save your photo to the “Camera Roll”.

Unfortunately, we will most likely have to deal with a green or yellow spot in iPhone photos for many years, since this problem concerns the physics and nature of light. But once you know about it, all you need to do to fix the problem is to make simple changes to the way you take photos. However, you can always use apps to tweak your pictures to remove the green dot.

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A cloudy camera on an iPhone (front or main) or why the optics stopped focusing

02/06/2021 by ALOK DAS

The camera is one of the most demanded modules of any modern smartphone, so the problems with it are especially upsetting for users. At the same time, complex electronics and optics are practically not amenable to serious repair, but, fortunately, in most cases, the deterioration in the quality of images occurs for easily eliminated reasons.

If we talk about problems with iPhone cameras, then most often users complain about a blurry image or incorrect autofocus. There may be several prerequisites for blurring the picture, and, naturally, the complexity and cost of restoration work directly depends on the diagnosis.

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Blurry photos due to dirt and scratches on the camera

Let’s start to analyze the reasons for the appearance of a cloudy iPhone camera with the most common cases.

Even a little dirt on the lens can affect autofocus performance, and for older models (especially the 4-inch iPhone 5 / 5s / 5c / SE), debris in the camera is almost inevitable over time. It is quite easy to remedy the situation if there is external contamination, which can be removed with a special cloth or an ordinary napkin and alcohol. If dirt gets inside the case, the device will have to be disassembled, and in the most difficult situations, when the module matrix is dirty, you will need to completely replace the camera.

In addition, the lens of a smartphone over time becomes covered with small scratches, which may well cause deterioration in focus and blurring of the image.

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Cloudy camera on iPhone: check the condition of the case, protective glass or film

Another common scenario is when a user complains about a cloudy iPhone camera, and the problem is low-quality accessories. For example, during shooting, the edge of a case that is not quite suitable in size may fall into the camera lens and interfere with autofocus, or the protective glass of the front panel that loses transparency may negatively affect the operation of the front camera. In rare cases, autofocus may also not work correctly due to the influence of the magnetic elements of some cases.

In this case, it will not be difficult to solve the problem – just remove the cover, protective glass or other accessory from your iPhone and wipe the camera with a soft cloth.

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Software glitch

A rare but likely reason for iPhone camera degradation. To eliminate the factor of software failure, you should get rid of third-party applications that replace the standard camera viewfinder, and also reset iOS settings.

Mechanical breakdown

The worst situation that occurs when there is damage as a result of falling or getting liquid inside the case. In this case, most likely, you cannot do without a visit to a service center and a complete replacement of the camera.

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Manufacturing defects

In 2015, Apple determined that the iPhone 6 Plus series of smartphones had been improperly manufactured, resulting in blurry photos from the cameras of the defective devices. In such cases, the company launches advanced programs for the return of gadgets with their replacement free of charge. You can get acquainted with the current replacement programs at this link.

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EZVIZ TY2 Review: Rotatable Wi-Fi Camera

20/05/2021 by ALOK DAS

At one time, webcams were a breakthrough technology. Today, not a single smart home can do without them. These devices provide reliable protection day and night. But life makes cameras evolve. These are no longer just “eyes” with low resolution and fixed focus. EZVIZ has created a simple, inexpensive, but at the same time advanced smart device – a TY2 PTZ camera with the ability to work in Wi-Fi networks. It has a 360-degree field of view and advanced tracking features cover the entire room.

EZVIZ TY2 camera set

The camera comes in a white thin cardboard box with a picture of the device on its front and a resolution of 1080p. The back side lists the main functions of the camera. Inside is an already completely white cardboard box, in which all the details lie.

In addition to the camera itself, the kit includes a base for mounting to a horizontal surface, including the ceiling. Holes can be drilled using a special template, and a screw fixing kit is also available. The camera comes with a microUSB power cable and separate adapter, as well as a couple of quick start and regulatory brochures. The attached QR code allows you to quickly connect to the device.

EZVIZ TY2 camera appearance

The camera got a somewhat futuristic look and looks like a robot from a cartoon. The device consists of two balls placed on top of each other and fused together. Moreover, the lower one will be flattened at the bases. There is a recessed oval cut in the middle of the upper part. In it, behind the plastic, the lens itself is hidden. On its left side there is an LED indicator, and on the right – a microphone.

Under the peephole, there was a place for a slot for a microSD card and a reset button, in order to access them, you need to raise the lens as high as possible.

On the back side, most often hidden from outside sight, all the elements are located on the lower half of the device. Above you can see the speaker grid, and just below there are a couple of ports: Ethernet and a power jack.

On the lower half, under the camera eye, there is a light gray manufacturer’s logo. It looks stylish and quite appropriate there.

Camera dimensions:

Width: 88mm
Height: 118.7 mm

EZVIZ TY2 Camera Features

The main feature of this camera, which makes you pay attention to it, is the absence of blind spots. The bottom half can be rotated horizontally up to 340 degrees, and the camera peephole in the recess rotates 55 degrees vertically. This feature of the device allows you to cover the entire room with a gaze – the camera is not tied to a fixed observation of one point.

Another important camera function is smart tracking. As soon as the camera captures a moving object, it starts tracking its movement with parallel broadcasting of video in real time to the remote phone.

At night, the camera does not stop and the functionality is not lost – powerful IR LEDs allow you to photograph objects at a distance of up to 10 meters from the device even in poor lighting conditions.

A speaker for a webcam is a rarity, but in this case its presence is understandable and justified. TY2 makes it possible to implement two-way voice communication, which allows you to both communicate with loved ones and banally scare away intruders who invaded the house. Voice transmission to the camera speaker is carried out through the proprietary EZVIZ application.

The manufacturer pays special attention to data security issues. As part of their protection, end-to-end encryption of the video stream transmitted from the camera to the cloud is performed (the volume is provided free of charge for a time), and only the user himself has the decryption keys. It has the ability to switch the camera to sleep mode using a proprietary application. Connecting to the network is possible both through the Ethernet port and via Wi-Fi, which allows the camera not to be tied to cable networks.

You are offered to choose one of several options for storing data. The user himself can decide where the captured video will be stored. This can be a microSD card (supports media up to 256GB), encrypted cloud storage, or an NVR. At the same time, the camera is able to save the video stream simultaneously to all three different sources, which implements the backup function in case of damage to the device.

And the camera control center is the proprietary EZVIZ application, which makes it possible to take videos or pictures, publish them. Directly from a mobile device, you can select the picture display mode, view the video archive, control the camera, including activating the eightfold zoom.

Setting up the EZVIZ TY2 camera

When turning on the camera for the first time, pay attention to the LED indication. If it is solid red, then the camera is starting up. If the red light is blinking, there is a problem with the Wi-Fi connection. Fast blinking – problems with the device itself, it is worth checking the memory card first. When the LED is solid blue, it indicates that you are watching a video or playing it in the EZVIZ App. A fast blinking blue indicates that it is ready to use a Wi-Fi network. A slow flashing blue light indicates that the camera is operating normally.

So, after connecting the camera to a power source, you will need to connect to it. To do this, your mobile device must be on a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. This is an important point – more and more often there are dual-band routers that automatically switch the network mode for devices. As a result, it may turn out that the phone with the camera will end up on different networks and will not see each other during the initial setup. In the future, the mobile device can work in any networks anywhere in the world – access to the camera will be provided.

After installing the EZVIZ app from the App Store or Google Play, you will need to launch it and go through a simple user registration. Now you need to add your camera in the application. On the home screen, tap the “+” icon in the upper right corner to launch the QR code scan window. You can find it on a paper sticker included with the camera or on the bottom of the device itself. Then the application will complete the configuration with a few steps with questions.

In the main window of the application, you can see a large icon with the name of your camera. Just click on it and you will be taken to the device management window. There are not many functions here: Video Archive, Snapshot, Record, Shift / Tilt (control the camera motors to move the focus), Talk (voice transmission) and Resolution.

Please note that after inserting a memory card into the camera, you need to initialize the media. This can be done in the EZVIZ app by going to the device setup window and selecting Storage Status. If the memory card is displayed uninitialized, then you must click on the corresponding icon. After the state of the media switches to “Normal”, you can use it to store data.

EZVIZ TY2 Camera Specifications

Video compression: H.264
Video bitrate: Adaptive
Max. resolution: 1920 × 1080
Frame frequency: Max. 15 fps, adaptive during network transmission
Smart alarm: Motion Detection
Wi-Fi network connection: Configuration via access point
Protocol: Proprietary cloud protocol EZVIZ Cloud
Interface protocol: Proprietary cloud protocol EZVIZ Cloud
Storage: MicroSD card slot (max. 256GB)
Food: Micro-USB
Wired network: RJ45 × 1 (10M / 100M adaptive Ethernet port)
Standard Wi-Fi: IEEE802.11b / g / n
Frequency range Wi-Fi: 2.4-2.4835 GHz
Channel capacity: 20 MHz
Safety: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK
Transmission speed: 11b: 11 Mbps, 11g: 54 Mbps, 11n: 72 Mbps

Operating conditions
Temperature: -10 ° C to 45 ° C
Humidity: 95% or less (non-condensing)

General characteristics:
Power supply: 5 V, 1 A DC
Power consumption: Max. 5 watts
IR illumination range: Max. 10 m
Camera dimensions: 88 x 88 x 124 mm
Packing dimensions: 103 × 103 × 186 mm
Net weight: 255 g

Price and where to buy the EZVIZ TY2 camera?

The cost of the EZVIZ TY2 camera is about 4,000 rubles.

The camera is sold in all major retail chains, online stores, as well as through official distributors of EZVIZ, including: AliExpress, Svyaznoy, Citylink, Ozon.ru, M.Video, Detsky Mir, Eldorado and many others. A complete list of stores can be found on this page.

Conclusion

The TY2 webcam from EZVIZ is a new generation device. Intelligent functions and a 360-degree view significantly expand the possibilities of video surveillance, two-way audio communication proves to be a very successful solution. The laconic and stylish device will fit into any interior and will become an integral part of your smart home.

Which Smartphone Has the Best Camera in 2021 – Top 15

18/05/2021 by ALOK DAS

Engineering thought has reached a ceiling – further improvement of cameras is objectively impossible without a radical change in the design of the smartphone itself. All flagship models are equipped with almost perfect, from a technical point of view, modules and in order to determine the winner, you will have to go an alternative way.

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As smartphone users race to fill their file storages and social media accounts with photos of cats, landscapes and their loved ones, engineers are racking their brains over how to improve their already excellent cameras. Moreover, the competition among the latter is even tougher, because the struggle is not for likes, but for millions of dollars of potential profit for the company.

Several years ago, looking at the results of the cameras of the flagship devices of Apple, Samsung and other A-brands, it seemed that the evolution of these modules was about to stop. High-quality, “silent” photos even in low light conditions, ultra-fast autofocus, optical stabilization when shooting video – what more? However, there is no limit to perfection, the emergence of new features and improvements depends solely on user demand.

By the new year, all the leading vendors have already pleased the audience with announcements and releases of fresh flagship models of smartphones, which means that we can summarize intermediate results. In this post, we’ll take a look at the top 10 mobile cameras as of 2021.

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Which Smartphone Has the Best Camera – Top 15 in 2021

15th place Samsung Galaxy S21 +

In a head-on comparison of the Galaxy S21 + cameras with the previous model Galaxy S20 +, it becomes clear why the new product did not even make it into the TOP-30 of the best camera phones according to DxOMark – the gadget not only did not receive new sensors, but also lost its ToF sensor.

However, where the engineers did not finish, the programmers showed themselves there. With the new image processing algorithms, the Galaxy S21 + can shoot many scenes an order of magnitude better than the S20 +, despite the lack of a full telephoto lens with good optical zoom.

Samsung Galaxy S21 + camera specifications:

Ultra wide-angle camera: 12 MP, dot size 1.4 microns, aperture F / 2.2, focal length 13 mm;
Wide angle camera: 12 MP, size 1.8 microns, aperture F1.8, optical image stabilization, focal length 26 mm, phase detection autofocus;
Telephoto lens: 64 MP, size 0.8 microns, aperture F / 2.0, optical image stabilization, phase detection autofocus;
Frontal: 10 MP, size 1.22 microns, aperture F / 2.2.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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14th Honor 30 Pro +

The release of the 30 Pro + was another link in Honor’s release chain, aiming to demonstrate the ability of the Huawei sub-brand not only to diversify the parent company’s device line, but also to compete with hi-end gadgets in any of the categories.

One of the main trump cards of the Honor 30 Pro + is, as expected, the possibilities of photo and video shooting, in many ways similar to the best camera phones in the world at the moment – Huawei Mate 40 Pro and Huawei P40 Pro. So, the main 50-megapixel lens of the Honor 30 Pro + camera differs from the Huawei flagship only in the absence of optical image stabilization, and the wide-angle lens has an even larger field of view, but at the same time it is noticeably inferior in aperture and resolution of the matrix. As for the periscope telephoto lens, the difference here lies solely in the number of megapixels – 8 versus 12 for the Honor 30 Pro + and Huawei Mate 40 Pro, respectively.

In practice, photos and videos taken with the Honor 30 Pro + camera often surpass the quality of the performance of flagship models from other manufacturers, which became possible thanks to the use of hardware and software developments of Huawei. For example, continuously improving auto-white balance algorithms based on self-learning neural networks enable the Honor 30 Pro + cameras to deliver better color reproduction than many competitors.

Honor 30 Pro + camera specifications:

Main camera Ultra Vision: matrix resolution 50 MP, focal length 27 mm, f / 1.9 aperture with Octa Phase Detection autofocus system;
Ultra wide angle lens: 16 MP, 17 mm focal length, f / 2.2 aperture, PD autofocus;
Telephoto lens: 8 MP, 5x optical zoom, 135mm focal length, f / 3.4 aperture, PD autofocus, optical image stabilization;
ToF Camera for Taking Portrait Photos (Depth Sensor): 2 MP.

Dual front camera:

Main lens: 32 MP, 26 mm focal length, f / 2.0 aperture, fixed focus;
Ultra wide-angle lens: 8 MP, 17 mm focal length, f / 2.2 aperture.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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13th place Samsung Galaxy S20 +

The middle brother from the Samsung Galaxy 2020 lineup is significantly inferior to the flagship, but at the same time it looks quite dignified against the background of most competitors. Installed here:

Ultra wide-angle camera: 12 MP, dot size 1.4 microns, aperture ratio F / 2.2;
Wide angle: 12 MP, size 1.8 microns, aperture F1.8, optical image stabilization;
Telephoto lens: 64 MP, size 0.8 microns, aperture F / 2.0, optical image stabilization;
DepthVision for portraits;
3x Hybrid Optical Zoom, 30x Digital Zoom;
Frontal: 10 MP, size 1.22 microns, aperture F / 2.2.

As can be seen from the dry comparison of numbers, the lag behind the flagship is noticeable with the naked eye, however, there are a number of advantages over last year’s models.

In particular, the Samsung Galaxy S20 + is also equipped with a “space zoom”, albeit not as vigilant as the Ultra models – it is possible to enlarge the picture by 4 times by means of optical and up to 30 times by means of digital zoom.

The Nonacell mode was not implemented for the S20 +, but the device got a number of other flagship functions. For example, the Single Take mode, in which all cameras are shot for 10 seconds, and the result is short videos and some of the best, selected by artificial intelligence, pictures.

Buy Samsung Galaxy S20 +

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12th place Oppo Find X2 Pro

The technical characteristics of the Oppo Find X2 Pro look quite consistent with the release date of the smartphone to the market (spring 2020). Here are installed not the latest, but quite suitable for a good camera phone sensors produced by SONY, the parameters of the lenses plus or minus coincide with those of competitors, and the software image processing algorithms do not lag behind the solutions of more famous vendors.

Telephoto lens: 13 MP, 120 mm focal length, f / 3.5 aperture, optical image stabilization, 10x hybrid zoom, 60x digital zoom;
Wide angle lens: 48 MP, 26 mm focal length, f / 1.7 aperture, optical image stabilization;
Ultra wide angle lens: resolution 48 MP, 16 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.2, macro shooting (3 cm), optical image stabilization;
Front-camera: 32 MP, aperture F / 2.4.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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11th place Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

Unlike most competitors in the premium segment of the smartphone market, Samsung continues to clearly divide hi-end gadgets into two flagship lines. Accordingly, after the release of the Galaxy S20 Ultra, according to a long-term tradition, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra phablet was introduced with a number of innovations concerning, among other things, the camera. However, according to media reports, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the last representative of the Galaxy Note line of smartphones – Samsung is closing the production of phones under this brand.

In terms of technical characteristics, the differences are minimal, except that the absence of a ToF lens and the presence of laser illumination for more accurate autofocus are striking. In addition, in the Note model, it was decided to abandon the 100x hybrid zoom, which is practically not in demand among Galaxy S20 users, and limit itself to 50 zoom levels. Among the pleasant updates for video bloggers who shoot on the phone, we can highlight the ability to manually switch between standard microphones and add a third-party sound recording device, as well as a new mode with 21: 9 video geometry, which was clearly spied on from the Japanese manufacturer SONY.

Main lens: 108 MP, 26 mm focal length, pixel size 0.8 micron and 2.4 micron in Nonacell dot merging mode, f / 1.8 aperture, OIS, PD autofocus + laser;
Telephoto lens: 12 MP, f / 3.0 aperture, optical image stabilization, 5x optical and 10x digital zoom;
Ultra wide angle lens: resolution 12 MP, 13 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.2;
Front-camera: 40 MP, pixel size 0.7 microns (1.4 microns in Nonacell mode), aperture f / 2.2.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0h4_sJbnRsIIn the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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10th place Vivo X50 Pro +

The first thing that catches your eye when comparing the Plus model with the Vivo X50 Pro is the presence of an ordinary optical stabilization in the main camera module, which they decided to use instead of the wide-spread gimbal. In addition, the Vivo X50 Pro + uses two telephoto lenses at once with different focal lengths and matrix resolutions, which allows you to shoot complex compositions with advanced post-processing capabilities.

The test results of the Vivo X50 Pro + show that this device is quite capable of competing with the more expensive models of the A-brands and is a full-fledged camera phone with impressive characteristics:

Main lens: 50 MP, 24 mm focal length, f / 1.9 aperture, OIS, PD autofocus;
Telephoto lens: 32 MP, 50 mm focal length, f / 2.1 aperture, PD autofocus, 2x optical zoom;
Telephoto lens: 13 MP, 124 mm focal length, f / 2.8 aperture, optical image stabilization, PD autofocus, 5x optical zoom;
Ultra-wide-angle lens: 13 MP, 16 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.2.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

Vivo X50 Pro + camera review:

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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9th place Apple iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max

In the DxOMark ranking, the cameras of last year’s Apple flagships, the iPhone 11 Pro / iPhone 11 Pro Max, surpassed the South Korean smartphones Samsung Galaxy Note 10+, while the overall rating of iPhones was significantly reduced for video shooting – only 117 points, 124 for photos and 102 for video. However, Apple experts noted that Apple was able to implement the technology needed to compete directly with the best camera phones on the market.

Following the trend, Apple has equipped its 2019 flagship smartphones with a triple camera with the following specifications:

12MP main wide-angle lens with ƒ / 1.8 aperture;
12 MP telephoto lens with ƒ / 2.0 aperture;
12MP ultrawide lens with ƒ / 2.4 aperture and 120 degree field of view.

In addition, in smartphones in 2019, Apple has implemented a night shooting mode, which improves the quality of photos and videos taken in extremely low ambient lighting conditions, which is relevant for all, without exception, lovers of mobile photography.

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8th place Huawei Mate 30 Pro

If we consider the technical characteristics of the Huawei Mate 30 Pro cameras, then there are not so many differences with the predecessor P30 Pro and they concern, first of all, the ultra-wide-angle camera:

Main: 40 MP, matrix size 1 / 1.7 inches, 27 mm equivalent focal length, aperture F / 1.6, PDAF autofocus, optical image stabilization;
Ultra-wide-angle: 40 MP, matrix size 1 / 1.54 inches, 18 mm focal length, aperture F / 1.8, PDAF;
Telephoto lens: 8 MP matrix size 1/4 inch, 80 mm focal length, aperture F / 2.4, PDAF, optical image stabilization;
ToF 3D portrait camera.

So, for shooting photos and videos, roughly speaking, two separate modules of 40 MP resolution each are responsible, and the first one has optical stabilization, while the second noticeably cuts the quality of the clips when using digital camera movement correction.

In fact, the Huawei Mate 30 Pro camera can offer a higher level of detail in the corners of the photo when shooting during the day and slightly less noticeable noise in low light conditions, the rest of the differences are almost impossible to notice with the naked eye.

As for the video, the main feature here is the slow motion mode with a frequency of 7680 frames per second. In the video below, you can compare such a SlowMo with a frequency of 960 fps.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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7th place Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

By far one of the best camera phones on the market in 2020, which has fully met and even exceeded the expectations of Samsung fans. From a technical point of view, the device is equipped with the following main modules:

Ultra-wide-angle camera: resolution 12 MP, pixel size 1.4 microns, aperture F / 2.2;
Wide-angle: 108 MP, pixel size 0.8 micron and 2.4 micron in Nonacell dot merging mode, F / 1.8 aperture, OIS;
Telephoto lens: 48 MP, size 0.8 microns (1.6 microns in Nonacell mode), aperture F / 3.5, optical image stabilization;
Depth sensor: camera for portrait shots;
10x Hybrid Optical Zoom, 100x Digital Zoom;
Front camera: 40 MP, pixel size 0.7 microns (1.4 microns in Nonacell mode), aperture f / 2.2.

As you can see from the description, the front-facing camera of the flagship has been significantly improved, compared to both the previous models of the line, and with the younger versions of the Galaxy S20 / S20 + with last year’s 10-megapixel lens installed.

However, the main innovations concern, of course, the main camera, which has the latest 108-megapixel module of Samsung’s own production, which takes pictures with the highest level of detail and can combine pixels using Nonacell technology to obtain the optimal image quality and energy consumption. In practice, this means that the user can, for example, enlarge the resulting image several times, cut out the scene from the background and get a picture that is practically not inferior in detail to the original image.

Another interesting novelty is support for shooting video in 8K resolution. Actually, such functionality is not very much in demand on the market, because monitors with such a high resolution are still very rare, but the owners of the new Samsung 8K TVs may well be interested in purchasing a flagship smartphone.

In addition, we cannot fail to mention the 4x optical, 10x hybrid and 100x digital zoom, which allows, with proper skill, to shoot objects at a very long distance in quite acceptable quality.

Buy Samsung Galaxy S20, S20 + and S20 Ultra

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6th place: Huawei P40 Pro and Huawei P40 Pro Plus

The characteristics of the Huawei P40 Pro cameras are as follows:

Main Ultra Vision camera: 50 MP matrix resolution, 23 mm focal length, f / 1.9 aperture with Octa Phase Detection autofocus system, optical image stabilization;
Ultra wide-angle lens: 40 MP, 18 mm focal length, f / 1.8 aperture;
Telephoto: 12 MP, 5x optical zoom, 125 mm focal length, f / 3.4 aperture;
ToF camera for taking portrait photos;
Front camera: 32 MP with an IR sensor for determining the depth of the scene and the ability to shoot video in 4K.

The main difference between the Huawei P40 Pro + version is a telephoto lens, or rather two at once. Один из них заимствован из базовой версии Huawei P40 (8 МП, 3-кратный оптический зум, фокусное расстояние 80 мм, диафрагма f/2,4), а второй предполагает съемку объектов на очень большом расстоянии — это 8-мегапиксельный модуль с перископической оптикой, позволяющей реализовать 10-кратный оптический зум. Фокусное расстояние «телескопа» составляет 240 мм, светосила — f/4,4.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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5 место Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra

Еще один камерофон с двумя телеобъективами, который способен полностью удовлетворить потребности рядового любителя мобильной фотографии и видеосъемки. В модели Ultra было решено отказаться от 108-мегапикисельного основного объектива (как в версии Pro), но при этом увеличить фокусное расстояние основного телемодуля с перископическим расположением линз с 94 до 120 мм. Что касается ultrawide-камеры, то она имеет самый широкий угол обзора среди всех современных смартфонов.

Основной объектив: Quad-Bayer сенсор, разрешение 48 МП, 25 мм фокусное расстояние, диафрагма f/1.85, оптическая стабилизация изображения, автофокус PD;
Телеобъектив: 12 МП, 50 мм фокусное расстояние, диафрагма f/2, автофокус Duel-Pixel, 2-кратный оптический зум;
Телеобъектив: Quad-Bayer сенсор, 48 МП, 120 мм фокусное расстояние, диафрагма f/4.1, оптическая стабилизация изображения, автофокус PD, 5-кратный оптический зум;
Сверхширокоугольный объектив: 20 МП, 12 мм фокусное расстояние, светосила F/2.2, автофокус PD;
Фронтальная камера: разрешение матрицы 20 МП;
Мультиспектральный датчик цветовой температуры;

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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4 место Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

Главной фишкой нового флагмана Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (если не считать флагманами модели линейки Galaxy Z) стало появление второго телеобъектива с 10-кратным оптическим зумом. Работает оптика превосходно, позволяет разглядывать и снимать Луну без искусственно-интеллектуальных фокусов с подклейкой сторонних изображений в стиле Huawei.

В остальном возможности камеры смартфона практически не изменились в сравнении с прошлогодним Galaxy S20 Ultra, а в рейтинге DxOMark новинка даже уступила 3 балла своему старшему брату и не попала в десятку лучших камерофонов.

Основные характеристики камер Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra:

● Широкоугольная: 108 МП, размер пикселя 0,8 мк и 2,4 мк в режиме объединения точек Nonacell, светосила F/1.8, оптическая стабилизация изображения, 24 мм фокусное расстояние, фазовый автофокус;
● Телеобъектив: 10 МП, размер точки 1,22 мк, светосила F/2.4, оптическая стабилизация изображения, 72 мм фокусное расстояние, 3-кратный оптический зум;
● Телеобъектив: 10 МП, размер точки 1,22 мк, светосила F/4.9, оптическая стабилизация изображения, 240 мм фокусное расстояние, 10-кратный оптический зум;
● Сверхширокоугольная камера: разрешение 12 МП, размер пикселя 1.4 мк, светосила F/2.2, фокусное расстояние 13 мм.;
● Фронтальная камера: 40 МП, светосила F/2.2.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

3 место Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

В 2020 году китайская корпорация вложила немало средств в подготовку лучшей мобильной камеры для своих смартфонов, расширив штат специалистов соответствующего подразделения до 1000 человек, а спустя год число сотрудников выросло еще вдвое. Первым результатом их работы стал камерофон Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, который сразу после релиза стал безоговорочным лидером рейтинга DxOMArk с результатом в 143 балла.

Акцент создателей Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra на модуле камеры виден еще до разблокировки смартфона, достаточно взглянуть на заднюю панель, едва ли не всю верхнюю часть которой занимает блок с объективами и вспышкой. Под этим «капотом» скрываются high-end датчики, основанные на передовых матрицах от Sony и Samsung и обеспечивающие беспрецедентное качество снимков.

Впрочем, однозначное лидерство Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra в рейтинге камерофонов DxOMArk оспоримо, причем большинство недостатков на совести программистов компании. В частности, нарекания вызывает ночной режим съемки, который работает гораздо менее впечатляюще, чем в iPhone или Huawei.

Основные характеристики камер Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra:

Основной объектив: матрица от Samsung 50 МП, размер пикселя 1,4 µm (2,8 µm в
12-мегапиксельном режиме), 24 мм фокусное расстояние, диафрагма f/1.95, оптическая стабилизация изображения, лазерный автофокус;
Телеобъектив: матрица от Sony 48 МП, размер пикселя 0,8 µm (1,6 µm в 12-мегапиксельном режиме), 120 мм фокусное расстояние, диафрагма f/4.1, оптическая стабилизация изображения, 5 кратный оптический зум, фазовый автофокус.
Сверхширокоугольный объектив: матрица от Sony 48 МП, размер пикселя 0,8/1,6 µm, 12 мм фокусное расстояние, светосила F/2.2, фазовый автофокус, угол обзора 128 градусов;
Фронтальная камера: разрешение 20 МП, размер пикселя 0,8 µm, 27 мм фокусное расстояние, светосила F/2.2.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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2 место Apple iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max

Если говорить об аппаратных улучшениях в сравнении с предыдущей серией, то главным новшеством iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max стало появление сканера LIDAR, отвечающего за более быструю работу автофокуса и построение структуры сцены в условиях низкого освещения. Кроме того, сверхширокоугольная камера получила более сильную диафрагму f/1.6.

Основные же изменения коснулись алгоритмов обработки изображений и роликов. Благодаря новому чипу Apple A14 Bionic и системе Neural Engine очередного поколения, iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max обзавелись целым рядом функций и возможностей, среди которых: Deep Fusion для анализа ряда фотографий с разной экспозицией для выбора лучших пикселей, Smart HDR 3 для автоматической корректировки теневых и засвеченных участков снимка с выделением контуров, формат ProRAW для облегчения и частичной автоматизации процессов пост-обработки изображений, съемка HDR-видео в стандарте Dolby Vision с частотой до 30 FPS и т.д.

Характеристики флагманской модели iPhone 12 Pro Max выглядят следующим образом:

Основной объектив: 12 МП, 26 мм фокусное расстояние, диафрагма f/1.6, оптическая стабилизация изображения типа «sensor-shift» (в iPhone 12 Pro используется менее эффективная двойная OIS), автофокус PDAF;
Телеобъектив: 12 МП, 65 мм фокусное расстояние (в iPhone 12 Pro – 52 мм), диафрагма f/2.0 (в iPhone 12 Pro — f/2.2);
Сверхширокоугольный объектив: разрешение 12 МП, 13 мм фокусное расстояние, светосила F/2.4;
Сенсор LIDAR;
Фронтальная камера: 12 МП, 23 мм фокусное расстояние, светосила F/2.2 + 3D сенсор для оценки глубины кадра.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnXapYkboRQIn the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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1 место Huawei Mate 40 Pro и Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus

Вопреки ожиданиям оптимистично настроенных любителей мобильной фотографии, новый флагманский аппарат Huawei не получил существенного обновления камеры в плане аппаратной начинки. Главным апдейтом, отмечаемым экспертами, стал доведенный до ума режим ночной съемки, который теперь не «шарпит» фотографии, сделанные даже в кромешной тьме, и уступает разве что специальным камерам для съемки в условиях низкой освещенности.

Кроме того, появилось несколько новых функций, например, слежение за объектомв режиме Full-HD, что станет полезным при видеосъемке спортивных мероприятий, животных, экшен-сцен. В целом, компания Huawei в очередной раз не произвела революции в сегменте камерофонов, сделав ровно столько, сколько было необходимо для утверждения в статусе лидера.

Характеристики камера Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus:

Основная камера Ultra Vision: разрешение матрицы 50 МП, фокусное расстояние 23 мм, диафрагма f/1,9 с системой автофокуса Octa-PD, оптическая стабилизация изображения;
Суперзум камера: 8 МП, 10-кратное оптическое увеличение, OIS (стабилизация).
Сверхширокоугольный объектив: 20 МП, фокусное расстояние 18 мм, диафрагма f/2,4, автофокус PD;
Телеобъектив: 12 МП, 3-кратное оптическое увеличение, фокусное расстояние 125 мм, диафрагма f/3,4, OIS;
ToF-камера для съемки портретных фотографий (3D-камера с датчиком глубины);
Фронтальная камера: 32 МП с ИК-датчиком для определения глубины сцены и возможностью съемки видео в 4К.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

Характеристики камеры Huawei Mate 40 Pro:

Основная камера Ultra Vision: разрешение матрицы 50 МП, фокусное расстояние 23 мм, диафрагма f/1,9 с системой автофокуса Octa-PD, оптическая стабилизация изображения;
Сверхширокоугольный объектив: 20 МП, фокусное расстояние 18 мм, диафрагма f/2,4, автофокус PD;
Телеобъектив: 12 МП, 5-кратное оптическое увеличение, 10-кратное гибридное увеличение, 50-кратное цифровое увеличение, фокусное расстояние 125 мм, диафрагма f/3,4, OIS;
Лазерный автофокус для быстрой фокусировки…
Фронтальная камера: 32 МП с ИК-датчиком для определения глубины сцены и возможностью съемки видео в 4К.

In the meantime, there is no need to worry about it. ”

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Сравнение камер iPhone 12 Pro Max, Samsung Note 20 Ultra и Huawei Mate 40 Pro

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How to take pictures with a camera on Mac

04/04/2021 by ALOK DAS

Every MacBook, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and modern iMac comes with a webcam built into the top bezel of the display. The FaceTime camera in newer models of devices has a high resolution, so you don’t have to worry about the quality of your photos.

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How to take photos with the camera on Mac

one… Open the Photo Booth app in the “Programs“On Mac;

2… When you’re ready to take a photo, click on the red camera button to start counting;

3… Take some additional shots if desired;

four… Click on the icon of the photo you want to save, share or export.

Using the File menu in Photo Booth, you can export images or save them as a file in the file system. If you don’t want to export the file, you can manually extract it from the application. You can also use the Share button to export your photo, allowing you to quickly send the photo using AirDrop, Messages or eMail, add it to your notes or the Photos gallery, or post the photo to social networks such as Twitter or Facebook.

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Photo Booth also provides the ability to shoot short videos, but it’s best to use a FaceTime camera for this purpose.

Photo Booth offers a number of options to turn off the countdown or flash, flip images, use the app as a mirror, add special effects, and more.

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Best Free Translator for iPhone: No Internet (Offline), Camera Translation, Talk Mode

10/03/2021 by ALOK DAS

A few decades ago, the language barrier significantly limited the communication of people from different countries with each other, but today, in the era of globalization and the development of technology, cultural differences can be partially leveled by software methods.

Download Google Translate for iPhone and iPad (App Store)

A bit of history

Machine translation is one of the first large-scale tasks that was posed to engineers immediately after the creation of computers. It is noteworthy that the most demanded direction of translation was originally Russian-English, which allowed Americans to process textual information (including, of course, intelligence) faster from the USSR in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Work was carried out in the opposite direction.

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Why Google Translate is the best today

Like 70 years ago, today the quality of translation depends mainly not on the skill of programmers working on an application, but on the array of data on which the neural network is trained. Naturally, no company in the world can compare with Google in terms of the volume of processed text information, and hence the quality of translation. In rare cases, highly specialized applications and services can compete with a Google translator, but for the average user, we can safely recommend Google Translate.

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What the free Google Translate app for iPhone and iPad can do

Offline translation into 59 languages (Online translation into 108 languages)

These are all common languages and dialects of our planet, not counting the exotic spoken by two and a half African villages. That is, it will be very difficult for you to find a person on the Internet with whom it will be impossible to communicate through Google Translate. At the same time, 59 languages are available for offline download (separately) and use without an Internet connection.

You can download language packs in Settings programs in section Offline translation…

Then click the “+” icon and select the required language.

In the window that appears, click the button Download… The downloaded language will appear in the list.

You can enter a word (phrase) either manually or by voice. To do this, click the microphone icon.

If necessary, the translated phrase can be read out by clicking on the speaker icon.

In addition, the translation can be enlarged to full screen by pressing this button.

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Instant automatic speech-to-text translation

The program allows you to immediately translate the voiced text. To do this, click the icon Speech to textand then the microphone button and say the phrase.

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Conversation mode (instant automatic voice translation) into 71 languages

If you go to a foreign-language state and try to communicate with people on the street, then instead of text input it will be much more convenient to use voice input. You say the phrase in your native language into the microphone of your smartphone or tablet, and Google Translate instantly responds through the speakers in the local language. Moreover, you do not need to switch the translation direction. The program will automatically recognize the spoken speech in the two selected languages.

This translation is currently available for 71 directions, including Russian, English, German, French and other languages.

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Translation from camera or photo into 37 languages

Another problem that a Google interpreter can solve is the translation of inscriptions, plates, signboards without text input. For example, when making a voyage in Asia, you don’t have to install all the necessary keyboards with hieroglyphs on your iPhone, you just need to point the camera at a sign with a Chinese or Japanese inscription, and the application independently recognizes and translates text from or into 90 languages. You can recognize the text on the uploaded image in the same way, or even draw from memory the characters you saw the day before (Google Translate recognizes handwritten text in 96 languages).

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Phrasebook – your own list of necessary words and phrases

It will not be superfluous to take advantage of the opportunity to create your own phrasebook. The application allows you to mark and save translations of words and expressions for future use. All languages are supported. To save, press the star. All saved translations will be automatically placed in the tab of the same name.

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Handwriting input

Just write your text by hand and translate it into any of the 96 languages available.

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Convenient and free

It is very convenient to use the application even for a novice user, the interface is simple and concise, all operations are performed in several movements. At the same time, like most other Google services, the translator does not imply a waste of user funds and works completely free.

Download Google Translate for iPhone and iPad (App Store)

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IPhone 12 camera repair: what happens if you install a non-original camera

04/02/2021 by ALOK DAS

Every Apple smartphone undergoes rigorous testing. Nevertheless, the manufacturer guarantees high quality standards. This is what allows the iPhone to work quickly and smoothly. The smartphone camera is an important part of the system. This module provides responsive autofocus, captures portraits with bokeh and depth control, and helps to apply portrait lighting effects.

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Apple strongly recommends outsourcing this work to certified professionals. These craftsmen have been trained to work with Apple products, and they will definitely use original components. Such services are provided both by the manufacturer himself and by service centers authorized by him or by independent centers working with original modules. Already in the case of warranty service, there is definitely no point in refusing the official service.

Genuine spare parts are precisely sized to fit the case. An inexperienced technician may fail to tighten the screws or covers, resulting in damage to the battery, overheating of the device, or even injury to the owner. The very same iPhone camera is designed taking into account the operating system of the smartphone. A non-original module may simply be incompatible in software or work incorrectly, losing performance. Such a problem can manifest itself, for example, after updating iOS and the appearance of new drivers for the camera in the system. When using a non-original module, the following problems may occur:

the camera will not focus well or the picture will be blurry;
in Portrait mode, the subject may be out of focus or only partially in it;
a third-party application working with the camera may freeze or even quit unexpectedly;
in third-party applications, the live preview will be blank or the feature will freeze.

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How to check original camera installation after iPhone 12, 12 Pro / Pro Max repair

Follow the path Settings → Basic → About this device… On iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 12 mini, if a non-original module is present, a window with the title “Important message about the camera“. The smartphone will inform you that:

“Cannot authenticate the Apple camera on this iPhone.”

The same notification will appear on the lock screen and will be present there for the first 4 days of using the device in this configuration. For another 15 days, the message will be shown in the “Settings”, after which it will move to the section “About this device”…

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What QR codes the iPhone camera recognizes: 10 use cases

31/01/2021 by ALOK DAS

Starting with iOS 11, iPhones and iPads received QR code scanner support in the Camera app. Perhaps the functionality will not seem so important to someone, nevertheless, you can find many useful ways of using it.

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HomeKit

Typically, when connecting HomeKit accessories, you need to read small coded stickers on compatible devices. In some cases, these codes become unavailable after connecting. In order to resolve the issue, Apple has implemented QR codes and NFC support for setting up HomeKit. Interestingly, the size of the code may not exceed 10 × 10 mm, but the camera still reads it.

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The calendar

QR codes can be used to add events to the calendar, for example, save information by scanning the code from the brochure.

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Contacts, Mail

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Cards

Owners of entertainment venues, cafes, restaurants or eateries will appreciate the QR reader support in Maps. Now clients do not need to waste time on entering the address, just read the code.

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SMS and (iMessage)

The iOS functionality provides for the ability to send messages after scanning the QR code, which can be useful if the user wants to subscribe to an SMS campaign or send an iMessage.

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Wi-Fi connection

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Telephone

Owners of smartphones and tablets based on iOS no longer need to dial the number manually, thanks to the support for reading QR codes, the operating system can do it itself.

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Site addresses

When scanning a code containing a website URL, iOS will prompt you to open it in Safari.

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Callback URLs

A significant number of iOS applications support the Callback URLs feature, allowing users and third-party programs to create custom URLs for specific application areas. Using this function, you can scan the QR code and go to a specific action in the application, for example, open a specific user’s Twitter page.

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How to create your own QR code

There are a huge number of services for generating QR codes, but not all of them are compatible with iOS 11 and newer. Of those that work with this version of the OS, QRStuff.com is a good choice.

iOS is capable of recognizing QR codes not only through the camera. When you save the code to the iPhone, the system will recognize the content and suggest appropriate options.

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What is HDR, Auto HDR and Smart HDR in an iPhone camera, should it be turned on, and how does it affect photo quality

30/01/2021 by ALOK DAS

Smart HDR is, as the name suggests, similar to normal HDR, but smarter. This feature first appeared on the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR in 2018. It takes full advantage of all camera sensors, the power of the A12 Bionic neural chip, machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer vision and the latest advances in mobile photography. Thanks to Smart HDR, all iPhone users can easily take pictures with sufficient light and high dynamic range.

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Previous iPhones already had regular HDR and Auto HDR, but Smart HDR debuted on the iPhone XS / XR series.

Smart HDR delivers better color quality and allows you to capture more light and dark details in your photos

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What is HDR

Only HDR makes such shots possible: excellent detail in low light, no overly bright sky on the right side of the shot

On traditional DSLR cameras, you have to choose between too bright a background or a shaded subject. HDR allows high-quality display of both. With this feature enabled, iOS quickly takes three consecutive shots, each with a different exposure level. One is at normal level, one is for the brightest part of the scene, and the third is for the darkest. The best parts of each exposure are combined into a single high dynamic range frame. HDR is especially useful in difficult lighting conditions such as harsh, bright backlights.

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The images below clearly show how the HDR function works.

In the first (left) image, the exposure has been balanced to best represent the sky. This made the object too dark. In the second photo, the shutter speed was balanced for the best shot of the subject in the foreground. This made the sky overexposed or just too bright. HDR blended all three frames to enhance detail and present them in bright and midtones.

The sophisticated displays of Apple gadgets are capable of displaying a wide color gamut. The cameras of these devices also know how to create it. They can increase the dynamic range of HDR images by 60%.

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Auto HDR on iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus

On iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus and newer, this feature is enabled by default in iOS. The latest models of smartphones from Apple actively use HDR not only in the main camera unit, but also on the front one, when the device considers it possible to improve the photo. But this behavior of the iPhone can be turned off. The Auto HDR switch can be set to inactive in the camera settings (app Settings → Camera) in the HDR section.

It has already been said above that devices such as the iPhone XR, iPhone XS / XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone SE 2, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max have improved camera sensors and chips. providing enhanced HDR. Based on these benefits, Apple has created an even more advanced version of Auto HDR. It is not for nothing that it got the name Smart HDR.

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Smart HDR on iPhone XR, iPhone XS / XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone SE 2, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max

Smart HDR is activated by default whenever needed to improve image quality based on shooting conditions. Unlike previous HDR modes, this smart one works with more scene types. Some of them could not use traditional HDR: Portrait and Portrait Lighting modes, panoramic and burst shots, live photography and other similar real-life scenarios.

All HDR images taken with iPhone X (iPhone 8/8 Plus) or later are marked with a distinctive HDR icon in the very corner. On the iPhone XS, and newer models, Smart HDR is involved in almost all images, but the icon at the bottom of the photos appears only if it is significantly processed.

Below is an example with two different Apple devices to showcase Smart HDR image enhancement through faster sensors, better chips, and improved processing algorithms for newer devices.

Left: Auto HDR on iPhone X; Right: Smart HDR on iPhone XS. Notice the overexposed clown in the Auto HDR photo.

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The difference is obvious. The image on the iPhone X is clearly disrupted in tricky lighting, but the image on the iPhone XS looks much better. This happened precisely due to Smart HDR. Note the ability to read the Shelton Theater on the back of the clown’s mouth. But you can also turn off Smart HDR in the camera settings, so as not to use this function every time you press the shutter button in the Camera application. To manually control HDR, do the following:

On iPhone iPhone XR, XS / XS Max, 11, 11 Pro, SE 2, 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max, turn off Smart HDR along the way: Camera → Settings…

On iPhone X / 8/8 Plus, turn off Auto HDR along the way: Camera → Settings…

On previous models, turn off HDR along the way: Camera → Settings…

On all iPhone models that support HDR, this feature can be controlled directly from the Camera app without going to Settings. To do this, in the top panel, you just need to click on the HDR icon and select the mode On or Off…

Note: On iPhone XS and later, when Smart HDR is enabled, the HDR toggle on the camera itself will not be present.

All iPhone models prior to the iPhone 8 always save a normal exposure image in the Photos app along with its HDR counterpart. This is because the technology has not yet been fully developed, and the photographs were not always perfect. Of course, storing two versions of a photo at once, regular and HDR, doubles the amount of storage required for each shot.

If the issue with the availability of free space is relevant, then you can save only the version with HDR, abandoning the source. To do this, go to Camera → Settings and enable the parameter “Leave original”… And the latest iPhones with advanced chips and sensors, such as the iPhone XS and above, by default do not save the image at normal exposure along with the HDR version of the image.

In fact, this is the main thing to know about HDR on the iPhone.

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ProRAW in the iPhone 12 Pro camera: what it is, how to turn it on, use it + sample photos

21/12/2020 by ALOK DAS

Until recently, iPhones were able to shoot by default in JPEG, which is said to be most compatible, and HEIF, which is highly efficient. But iOS 14.3 for iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max brings the long-awaited Apple ProRAW… Experts consider the introduction of this format a huge step forward in the creation of digital images. In this article, we will tell you in detail what the use of the new format really gives, how to shoot in it and what tools and applications are better to work with.

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The content of the article

What is ProRAW in an iPhone camera and why is it important?

First of all, you should understand that we are not talking about the invention of a new technology. She herself was presented back in 2004 by Adobe. The new format has received the extension DNG (Digital Negative Specification), which stands for “digital negative”.

DNG – is an open format (extension .dng) for RAW image files used in digital photography.

RAW – a digital image file format containing raw data from the image sensor of a digital camera…

The fact is that previously there was no single format for this raw data, which is what Adobe did in its time. Until 2004, each manufacturer promoted their RAW processing software, but the new DNG format became open source. This caught Apple’s attention.

The essence of the format is to store, in addition to the frame itself, several more duplicates and a lot of data. This volume allows you to implement various options for subsequent photo editing. The open DNG format is opened by numerous editors for different operating systems.

In its turn Apple ProRAW combines information in standard RAW (DNG) format together with image processing tools of the iPhone. This gives the user more flexibility when editing exposure, color, and white balance in a photograph. iPhone (compatible models only) can capture ProRAW with any of its cameras, including when using Smart HDR, Deep Fusion, or Night Mode.

Professional photographers have traditionally preferred to shoot in RAW because it offers more processing options. And where there is more data (more colors, more range and everything else), there are more opportunities to form an image that best matches the photographer’s vision. Now, with the ProRAW format, users of compatible iPhone models have a luxury experience. And it implements its native iPhone camera app.

To be honest, many did not even hope to see the implementation of Apple’s RAW format on the iPhone, since its own software processing of photos traditionally plays an important role in this smartphone. It was hard to imagine that the computing power could be provided to the users themselves and they would have the control they wanted.

The good news is that the Apple team has surpassed user expectations and figured out how to both please them and keep the same principles. With ProRAW, the iPhone camera uses only the calculations absolutely necessary to produce accurate images, while giving photographers complete control over the parameters they want: white balance, noise reduction, sharpness, and more.

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What iPhones does ProRAW work on?

ProRAW shooting support is available only on iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max.

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How many megabytes will a ProRAW photo weigh?

A snapshot in ProRAW will take about 25 MB.

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Shoot Stars in Night Mode with ProRAW on iPhone

Photographer Austin Mann tried to capture the starry sky using the iPhone 12 Pro Max. The professional says he loves to paint with light – take long exposure shots and use a flashlight to shape the scene. Now that ProRAW has also appeared in the smartphone in addition to the night mode, the iPhone is becoming an excellent tool for experimenting with drawing with light.

Below are two images of the starry sky created by Mann. Used a 30-second exposure in night mode, shooting was carried out on the iPhone 12 Pro Max in ProRAW format. A flashlight illuminated a stone during a long exposure. Mann compares two images rendered in Lightroom on iOS (one compressed HEIC, the other ProRAW). Attention is drawn to the sharp difference in detail between the rock and sky. In the ProRAW image, you can see many more stars that are not erased by the noise reduction algorithms.

HEIC photo rendered in Lightroom on iOS

ProRAW photo processed in Lightroom on iOS

Another example is shown below. Again, both files were edited by Adobe Lightroom on an iPhone, but the HEIC photo shows a lot of noise reduction applied to the sky. This makes it difficult to recover the details that the photographer saw in reality. And in the photo taken in ProRAW, the image was processed and the clarity of the Milky Way was preserved without obvious noise or artifacts.

HEIC photo rendered in Lightroom on iOS

ProRAW photo processed in Lightroom on iOS

As a reminder, both of these images were captured on the same device (iPhone 12 Pro Max) with identical settings. The only change is that the second photo was captured in the new ProRAW format.

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Using ProRAW for Difficult Lighting

Apple boasts 14 stops of dynamic range when using ProRAW format, which is quite capable of competing with today’s professional cameras. This range is very useful for scenes with bright sunlight and shadows. This helps preserve detail instead of washed out highlights and washed out shadows.

Below are three pictures for comparison.

Photo captured in HEIC format (unprocessed)

Photo captured in ProRAW format (unprocessed)

Photo captured in ProRAW format (with processing)

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Thousands of new shades in the photo

What do the declared 12 bits of the format give in practice? For example, HEIC is limited to 8-bit color, which gives us 256 different shades of red, green, and blue. The 12-bit format expands this range to 4096 shades of red, green, and blue. In practice, this means that ProRAW can display much finer shades of each color than more compressed formats such as JPEG or HEIC.

Take a look at the example below and pay special attention to the shades of pink in deli meats and shades of yellow in this delicious piece of Dutch cheese.

Photo captured in HEIC format (with processing)

Photo captured in ProRAW format (with processing)

Viewing these images side-by-side on an Apple Pro Display XDR reveals a dramatic difference in color depth, but it becomes even more obvious when printed.

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How do I shoot Apple ProRAW on iPhone?

Open the app Settings, go along the path: Camera → Formats and activate the option Apple ProRAW…

After the initial setup, follow these steps:

1. Open the Camera app on iPhone.

2. Click RAW in the upper right corner.

3. Take a photo.

Once ProRAW is enabled, the option does not remain enabled permanently. She will be active during this session. Even if you lock your iPhone and return to it after a few seconds, ProRAW will still work. But in a few minutes the possibility of shooting in this format will disappear. This is probably even a good thing, because ProRAW is not a necessary option for all photos taken with the iPhone. Keep an eye on the option if it is important to you to shoot in ProRAW.
You cannot shoot in ProRAW in portrait or panorama modes, or when shooting videos and Live Photos.
Think of ProRAW as an unfinished product. It is not suitable for publication, print or anything else. You must process this file first.

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How to share (transfer) photo in original Apple ProRAW format to iPhone?

If you want to share an original unedited ProRAW photo with a .dng file extension, you must do this either through AirDrop (instructions), or via a cable on your computer (instructions), or through the iCloud Photos function (only for devices linked by one Apple account ID).

Please note that if you edit a photo in the Photos application, the file extension will change to .jpg.

When sending a ProRAW photo using the Mail app on iOS, the photo will automatically be converted to .jpg format.

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ProRAW photo editing software for iPhone

Use RAW-enabled applications to edit ProRAW.

Recommended Apps for ProRAW Photo Editing on iPhone

Halide (iOS): The Halide team has worked hard to support ProRAW and the latest version of their camera already supports ProRAW. It has several powerful additional features such as the ability to shoot simultaneously in JPEG + ProRAW, as well as a color depth reduction tool to control RAW file sizes, and more. If you want maximum creative control when shooting and editing photos on iPhone, look no further than Halide.

Lightroom (iOS + Mac)Adobe Lightroom is an easy and quick way to edit and organize Apple ProRAW files. Files are stored in Creative Cloud, so you can quickly access them on a Mac to further fine-tune images on Pro Display XDR.

RAW Power (iOS + Mac): If you liked Aperture on Mac, you will probably like RAW Power too. The app syncs with your iCloud Photo Library and provides many tools to edit and organize your photos. RAW Power and Halide go well together.

Please note that when you open a ProRAW file with a program that does not support ProRAW, the photo may look different than expected.

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When to shoot with ProRAW and when not

The most significant effect of using ProRAW will be seen when shooting in the most extreme scenarios – those where conventional algorithms cannot do all the work required. These include situations such as mixed indoor lighting (cold and warm), extremely low lighting (such as star shots), ultra-high dynamic range images (such as a dark foreground with an illuminated subject in the background).

It is important to understand the need for ProRAW and understand when to use it. ProRAW is more than just a magic switch that you can use to enhance your photos. In fact, a non-ProRAW file looks much better initially than a ProRAW file. Therefore, shooting in ProRAW really only makes sense if you are going to take the time to fine-tune the image for publishing.

Activate ProRAW shooting when you shoot in any extreme conditions (extremely low light, extremely high dynamic range with very bright highlights and dark shadows, mixed light temperature, etc.). Also, use ProRAW if you plan to enlarge images (on screen or when printing).

And try to turn on ProRAW every time you shoot, and something in the photo looks unnatural. For example, while Smart HDR has gotten a lot better, we’ve all seen skin tones displayed in odd ways or clouds appear pink at times. Anytime you see something unnatural or inaccurate, switch to ProRAW. This will reduce the amount of computation that the iPhone does to process the photo, but it will give you maximum control over it.

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Conclusion

With 12-bit color, 14 stops of dynamic range and much more control, Apple ProRAW is a huge step forward in professional iPhone imaging. Now it is convenient for even professionals to rely on their iPhone 12 Pro to shoot sharp photos in almost any lighting conditions. The user knows they can customize the processing to their liking, rather than relying on some kind of averaged calculation that is intended for most users.

With each of the hardware and software updates, we see the iPhone continually evolve into a device capable of delivering what professionals need in their most demanding creative processes. It will be interesting to see what comes next with ProRAW as an essential feature of iPhone photography.

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How to control iPhone camera using Siri

27/11/2020 by ALOK DAS

Take a picture on iPhone or iPad? There is nothing easier – this simple procedure is known to every owner of an “apple” gadget. But did you know that you can launch the desired camera not only with your hands, but also with the help of Siri? This can be very handy sometimes! All you have to do is give the correct voice command.

Starting with iOS 10, the personal assistant Siri learned how to control the camera. Below we will show you how to use it.

It should be noted right away that Siri does not know how to shoot, but can only launch the necessary camera mode.

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How to open the camera using Siri

1… Call Siri assistant by voice command or by pressing the button.
2… Say “Make a photo” or “Take a photo“.
3… The Camera application opens in photo mode. All that remains to be done is to press the button.

How to open a video camera using Siri

1… Call Siri by voice command or using the button.
2… Say “Take a video“.
3… The Camera application will open, but this time – already on the tab Video… All that remains to be done is to press the red button.

How to trigger a selfie camera using Siri

1. Call Siri by voice command or using the button.
2… Say “Take a selfie“.
3… application Camera will open with an already running front-end. All that remains to be done is to press the button.

As you can see, so far Siri can only launch the camera in one mode or another. There is no point in asking for something more complicated (enable LivePhotos, HDR, timer, take a picture, etc.). But we have no doubt that Apple will add these and other features to its assistant in the near future.

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IPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro camera filters: how to open and use

09/11/2020 by ALOK DAS

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If you are one of those users who have upgraded to new iPhones, such as the iPhone 8, you may notice that there is no filter option in the Camera app. Previously, they were located in the upper right corner of the camera app, but Apple has changed the interface to include more features such as Night Mode, QuickTake video and others. Don’t worry, Apple hasn’t given up on filters like it did with 3D Touch. Instead, the company simply moved them to a different location in the Camera app.

In this article, we’ll explain exactly where you can find the Filters section in the Camera app on the latest iPhones, and how to use them when needed.

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How to open camera filters on iPhone with Face ID

All iPhones with Face ID have the same redesigned Camera app, so no matter what smartphone you have, the next steps remain the same.

1. Open the Camera app and tap the chevron up arrow at the top of the screen. This action will bring up additional options at the bottom, just above the shutter icon.

2. You will see a number of different camera functions including a filter icon on the far right next to the timer mode option. Just click on the three circles icon to continue.

3. You will now have access to the same set of filters as on older iPhones. Just pick the one you want and take the picture you want.

In fact, that’s all there is to it. The filters you have always known and loved are in this place. It just now takes a few extra steps to access them.

Adding filters to your photos is a quick and easy way to improve them, but there are several other tricks you can use to upgrade your iPhone photography skills.

Changing access to filters can be confusing or even a little annoying, especially if you’ve used any of your older iPhones or iPads before. However, this is not the only feature that has been moved to a different section in the Camera app. Lots of features such as Live Photo, Timer mode, aspect ratio switching, etc. have also been moved. Now they are all hidden behind that little arrow icon on the Camera app screen.

Depending on the features you regularly use in the iPhone camera app, the redesigned interface may be pleasant or annoying. But it should be noted that Apple has done a pretty good job of introducing a lot of new camera “tricks” into the application without cluttering the user interface. It now has more options than ever. At the same time, the Camera application seems simple and straightforward.

Please note that you can now add filters and to videos on iPhone and iPad… So if you are a fan of such a tool, you will love this opportunity.

Let us know in the comments if you think this interface change is warranted and what is your favorite filter.

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Camera sound in iPhone: how to enable or disable when taking a photo

19/10/2020 by ALOK DAS

As iPhone owners have probably noticed, when taking photos, the camera is accompanied by a characteristic sound. Many users do not pay attention to this sound, but sometimes there are situations when such “musical accompaniment” can interfere with others, for example, when you need to photograph a lot of documents in a small office space in which other people work besides you.

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There is currently no option to turn off the shutter-click sound in iOS settings (but there is an option to turn off keyboard clicks and screen lock sounds), however there are a few tweaks to do this.

It is worth noting that in some countries filming with a camera without sound is prohibited at the legislative level (Japan and South Korea), therefore, it is impossible to disable the camera shutter sound in the iPhone for the markets of such countries without jailbreak.

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How to turn off camera sound on iPhone

To begin with, the volume buttons located on the edge of the iPhone can only reduce the volume of the camera shutter sound. Moreover, it is necessary to reduce the sound when the Camera application is inactive. Otherwise (when the Camera application is running), the buttons function as a shutter release.

The easiest way to completely turn off the camera sound on most iPhones is to activate silent mode using the toggle switch on the left side of the device.

When the mode is activated, the display will show an inverted bell icon with the inscription “Silent Mode On”…

Another way out is to launch the Music or Podcasts app, play a song or podcast, and turn the volume down to zero. Then we minimize the program using the “Home” button and activate the camera. Shooting will proceed without the shutter clicking. If you don’t want to drain your battery, pause the track or podcast that is playing.

Note that when shooting in Live Photo mode, the camera also works without sound.

Finally, you can download camera apps from the App Store, such as the Microsoft Pix, that can be configured to turn off the shutter click.

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How to turn on camera sound on iPhone

If desired, you can turn the shutter sound back on by doing the above steps in reverse, that is, turn off Live Photo mode in the Camera program, move the silent mode switch to the “off” position. or turn up the volume in the Music or Podcasts app.

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How to control the iPhone camera (photos and videos) from your Apple Watch: an overview of all the possibilities

06/08/2020 by ALOK DAS

Of course, current Apple Watch models do not have a camera. However, you can use the wearable device as a remote control to capture the perfect photo from your iPhone. Apple Watch has a built-in Camera application that allows you to control an iPhone located at a distance, taking a picture from it.

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Interestingly, the wearable device can display the image from the iPhone camera, after choosing a good angle, taking a photo. And the official app “Camera” watchOS also has a timer function to release the shutter.

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How to use the Camera app on Apple Watch

To use your watch as a remote control, your Apple Watch must be within the normal Bluetooth range of your smartphone, that is, no more than 10 meters away. This distance will allow flexibility in shaping the scene you want.

1. Open the Camera app on Apple Watch. You can also use Siri assistant and say the command “Take a photo” or “Open the camera“.

2. Position your iPhone as desired using your Apple Watch as a display.

3. Tap the main location in the future photo (on the Apple Watch screen) to adjust the exposure.

4. Now all that remains is to press the shutter button and take a picture. By default, the timer is set to 3 seconds.

To change camera settings, tap the three-dot button in the lower right corner.

There is also a list of other settings that you can change.

5. For example, to activate Live Photo, click the item button On… in the Live Photo section.

The photos you take can be viewed on both Apple Watch and the Photos app on your iPhone.

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How to switch to the front camera and choose shooting modes

There are some settings that can be changed on the fly when using the Camera app in Apple Watch, including the ability to switch between the front and rear cameras on your smartphone, and select a different camera mode.

How to switch to and from iPhone front camera

1. Launch the Camera app on your Apple Watch.

2. Touch the button with the three dots in the lower right corner.

3. Select Front or Backto change the camera.

4. Press the shutter button to take the picture.

How to customize shooting modes

1. Run the application “Camera” on iPhone.

2. Use horizontal swipes to select shooting modes: Video, Portrait, Square, Slow Motion or Time Lapse…

And then you can take photos or videos as usual using the Camera app on your Apple Watch or iPhone.

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Flash and HDR control with Apple Watch

The wearable Camera app also lets you customize the flash, shutter timer and HDR.

How to adjust the flash

1. Run the application “Camera” on Apple Watch.

2. Touch the button with the three dots in the lower right corner.

3. In the section “Flash” choose one of three options: Auto, Enabled or Disabled…

How to use HDR

1. Run the application “Camera” on Apple Watch.

2. Touch the button with the three dots in the lower right corner.

3. In the HDR section, select one of two options: Included or Turned off…

Apple explains how to use HDR:

HDR (High Dynamic Range) helps you take great pictures in high contrast environments. When shooting with HDR turned on, your iPhone takes multiple shots at once. However, each of them has its own different exposure settings. Then the program combines the photos into one. The result will have sharper detail in bright and mid tones. Note. HDR is available for the rear camera of the iPhone and the front camera for FaceTime on iPhone 5s and later.

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How to view captured pictures on Apple Watch

The Camera app lets you view the most recent photos you’ve taken on Apple Watch.

1. Launch the Camera app on your Apple Watch.

2. Click on the thumbnail in the lower left corner of the application.

You can use your watch to do the following:

View photo… Just click on the thumbnail in the lower left corner of the app.
See more photos… Swipe left or right across the watch screen.
Zoom… This is achieved using the Digital Crown.
Pan… Use your finger to drag over the zoomed image.
Show or hide the Close button and the number of shots… To do this, just touch the screen.

After finishing work with photos, press the button Close…

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Focus Exposure in iPhone Camera: Adjustment and Fixation

15/07/2020 by ALOK DAS

Starting with iOS 8, iPhone smartphones and iPad tablets have been able to manually control the level of exposure when shooting photos and videos. This means that while taking pictures, you can easily add light or shadows.

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How exposure and focus lock worked before iOS 14

The focus and exposure controls on the iPhone haven’t changed much over the years. Both settings automatically change when you move the camera. When shooting a portrait or group photo, the face recognition function processes up to ten faces. To choose your own focus and exposure, you need to click on the screen in the desired location on the frame. This will disable face recognition.

To change the exposure, touch the screen, after which a yellow square should appear with a slider on the right. Just move the sun icon up or down to quickly lighten or darken the image. It is also worth noting that the same technique is applicable when working with filters.

In order to fix the required exposure level, press and hold your finger on the screen until the inscription FIXING EXPOSURE / FOCUS. After the exposure has been fixed, you can adjust its level (move the sun icon up or down). The fixed exposure will not change when you move the camera.

However, the main drawback of the exposure adjustment tool on iPhone cameras to iOS 14 is that when adjusting exposure settings without fixing, all the settings created will simply change when the camera is moved. You can fix the desired exposure setting only after fixing it. But here, not everything is smooth, the fact is that when you click on another place in the viewfinder (on the screen), your fixed exposure settings still get lost.

This manual exposure adjustment approach has been changed in iOS 14.

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What has changed in iOS 14 to control focus and exposure

Starting with iOS 14, exposure lock does not go off either when moving the camera, or when refining the focus (when you click on the screen in the right place to focus).

iOS 14 allows you to lock the exposure setting separately from the focus.

In addition, Apple added a new element to the camera – Exposure Compensation Management for more convenient change in exposure level. You may well consider this tool professional. Any change in the fixed exposure level affects all photos during the entire session (until you change the setting again, manually) with the camera, and not just one photo or a small group of photos.

Exposure Compensation Management allows you to set a specific exposure value for photos and videos, but in essence duplicates the capabilities of a vertical slider with the image of the sun on a special horizontal scale placed on the toolbar in the application Camera.

Although iOS 14 covers a wide range of iPhone models, not every iPhone will get all the features of iOS 14. Tool Exposure Compensation Management – a good example of this. According to information published on the Apple website, this feature is only compatible with the iPhone XR and newer models.

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How to enable exposure control

To open a new control, swipe up on the displayed image in any shooting mode except panoramic. In the “Photo” mode, you can click the chevron on the main toolbar at the top of the screen.

When using the mode Slow motion tool Exposure Compensation Management will appear automatically. In other shooting modes, press the plus / minus button (±), which appears on a hidden toolbar to access the function.

Exposure Compensation Management is a horizontal slider that allows you to control the shutter speed and aperture for the camera from -2 to +2. When moving in the -2 direction, the image becomes darker, and when moving the slider in the +2 direction, the image becomes brighter. Return the slider to zero to disable the setting.

The parameter you select is saved during the entire camera session.

When using the tool Exposure Compensation Management a small histogram appears on the main toolbar. Yellow markers indicate the set value, where -2 is the leftmost and +2 is the rightmost limit. A hidden toolbar also displays a numerical value. You can click on this histogram to show or hide the slider. Exposure Control during use.

When using sliders Exposure Control You can see the red bars of the histogram in the main toolbar. If red marks are present on the left side of the scale, then your picture is underexposed (it is too dark), and it will be overexposed if the red mark on the right side (too bright picture). When you see this red mark, you are clearly losing some data, respectively, in dark or light areas.

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How to Save Exposure Compensation Control Values

Exposure Compensation Management It is fixed where you installed it, but only for the current session of using the camera. After restarting the application, the slider is reset to zero, which, in turn, disables the function. If you want your exposure settings to be saved every time you load the camera, open the application Settings and go along the path Camera → Saving Settingsthen enable the option “Exposure Adjustment”.

From now on, iOS will remember the last exposure level setting. In addition, the option always adds a histogram to the top menu of the Camera application, even if the slider Exposure Control set to 0.

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Double exposure on iPhone or iPad (overlay camera)

In addition, the App Store has many third-party applications for more accurate exposure. For example, the Multiple Exposure application allows you to apply several different exposures (editing) on one photo, while changing the scale of the photo and applying effects.

Download the Double Exposure App for iPhone and iPad (App Store)

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iOS 14: iPhone 11 Pro camera chip now available on iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max

24/06/2020 by ALOK DAS

Introduced earlier for the top models of the iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max, the QuickTake function with the release of iOS 14 (a detailed overview of new features) will also appear on the iPhone XR, XS and XS Max. These models were introduced back in 2018.

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What is QuickTake in the iPhone camera?

The QuickTake feature was introduced for the 2019 Apple Smartphone line. This feature allows you to record video by holding down the shutter button in photo mode. Video recording will continue as long as you hold your finger on the shutter button.

Such a simple solution allows you to capture a worthy moment on the video, and not switch the camera mode, wasting time.

If you are going to shoot a long video, hold down the button and drag your finger to the right side of the screen. This action “on the fly” will allow you to switch to the traditional video mode.

Initially, QuickTake appeared only on the flagship line of smartphones in 2019, but with iOS 14 and older models: iPhone XR, XS and XS Max will receive. Moreover, QuickTake has also been added to the iPhone SE 2020.

In iOS 14, Apple also introduced a new feature that allows you to capture QuickTake videos on compatible devices by holding down the volume down button. This way of recording video is even faster. And by holding the volume up button, users can take continuous shots, which also became a new additional feature.

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How to prevent saving photos and videos from Instagram to Camera Roll on iPhone

22/06/2020 by ALOK DAS

Any Instagram user knows that iOS has the functionality to save every photo taken for the service and published. However, not for everyone this opportunity seems useful and necessary. For iPhone users who want to opt out of storing Instagram photos locally, this guide will help.

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How on iPhone to prohibit saving photos for Instagram to Camera Roll

Open the Instagram application on the iPhone and do the following:

1. Click on the icon associated with your profile in the service, and then click on the button in the upper right corner to display the side menu.

2. In the pop-up menu that appears, click on “Settings”.

3. On the page that opens, enter the section “Account”.

4. Scroll down to “Original photos” and select it.

5. switch “Keep original photos” move to Turned off.

Pay attention to the explanation.accompanying the operation of this switch. When it is turned on, the camera automatically saves unedited photos and videos, shot with an Instagram camera into your “Camera Roll”. If you need to store these materials locally also on the device, you just need to activate the switch again.

Now it remains only to click on the arrow in the upper left corner to return to the previous menu and exit the application settings.

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I have a problem with the iPhone 11 Pro camera. You too

08/01/2020 by ALOK DAS

In the early days of testing the iPhone 11 Pro – and it was in September – I drew attention to one specific problem with its cameras.

It has been haunting me (perhaps you too) for several years. I myself sometimes noticed this on the iPhone 7, then at double the frequency on the iPhone X.

Successfully fighting with simple methods does not work, and the solution is more like a dance with a tambourine. And it’s not a solution at all, but a patch.

I’m talking about glare of bright light sourcesthat spoil photos both day and night.

It is on the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max that they are the strongest. And periodically very annoying.

Where does the glare appear in photos?

Original circuit: fotographee.com

A small educational program without complicated technical points, so that you understand where the effect itself comes from and what affects its intensity.

Under glare we mean bright rings and circles appearing in the viewfinder and in the finished photo. This is a common situation caused by the optics inside a typical photo lens.

Glare anyway visible when bright light sources enter the frame: the sun, night lights, and the like.

Depending on the strength of the light source, its shape, as well as the structure and shape of the lenses inside the lens, the glare in the photos appears in different ways: it can be a whole chain of bright rings of different shapes (most often from the Sun) or, say, just a few highlighted points (Street lights).

Some optics for full-size cameras, like lenses with a constant focal length (“Fixes”), copes with glare much better than analogs with variable focus (Zooms) That’s because the “fixes” fewer lenses inside. This means that the rays of light do not have many chances to “get stuck” inside and stay on the final photo.

Also, special removable filters (for smartphones is not applicable without additional nozzles) and lens coatings help reduce glare.

Why do they bother me so much on the iPhone 11 Pro?

Short answer: 3 cameras, x3 glare. More details below

Glare on photos of iPhone noticed 10 years ago, and on other smartphones they are commonplace. They are always slightly different in shape, quantity and even color from device to device, because cameras and their coverage are a little different everywhere.

So why is it that so many complaints accumulate on the iPhone 11 Pro?

The first factor is the design features of the cameras. Each of the three cameras of the iPhone 11 Pro has 6-element lenses. These are six “layers” through which light passes before it hits the matrix and is fixed by the viewfinder.

This does not necessarily mean that each “flare” is multiplied by 6 times – but this significantly reduces the ability to deal with them from both an engineering and software point of view.

Similar 6-element lenses were found in both the iPhone Xs and the iPhone X. There were also complaints of glare from them, but not as often as after the release of the iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max.

All this is glare. Pay attention to the triple in the center – this is not the case on the iPhone of previous generations.

The second factor is the smartphone’s shooting algorithm. For many years, an additional camera in iPhones (and many other smartphones too) has been used not only to change the shooting mode and “zoom”. It also captures the frame, but acts as a support for the currently active lens.

For example, it uses additional light to improve the final photo, adjusts the contrast data, white balance.

The image composition algorithm changes depending on the lighting conditions, shooting mode, and viewfinder settings in the application. But anyway, all the rear cameras of the iPhone are always active in any shooting mode. And then you should already guess what I’m leading to.

The third factor is the number of cameras. The iPhone 11 Pro has three. A smartphone somehow captures the light of all three cameras at once, and not any particular one.

All three cameras of the iPhone 11 Pro are always active in any shooting mode. This means that three cameras that do not completely extinguish the glare from the light source multiply their visibility by 3 times.

So we get instead of one “point” or “ring” three at once, moreover, with a slightly different shape, size and color due to the optical characteristics of each module.

How can I remove these glare? Are there any working ways?

There is no proven and working 100% way for all situations at once. The glare from the iPhone 11 Pro camera is a combination of software and technical features of this smartphone model.

In rare cases, too strong glare can be the result of erasing the spraying from the glass above the cameras, as well as marriage. Then replacing the entire smartphone, housing or camera modules will really help.

Software methods to combat glare (roughly speaking, through an iOS update) can help during the initial processing of data from the matrices of a smartphone. Theoretically, Apple may try to somehow reduce the intensity of the effect. But how exactly, I do not know.

And when the photo is taken and saved, you can remove glare only manually through editors like Photoshop, his Patch and other similar tools.

Therefore, triple glare in photos with the iPhone 11 Pro unlikely to magically disappear anytime soon. Or ever.

I can only offer some basic tips from the series “Reboot the router”.

See that? So you need to wipe the camera

▹ Wipe the camera before shooting. If you see “streaks” of light next to flashlights and other bright objects, it means that they are poorly wiped, repeat.

▹ Point the iPhone so that glare is less noticeable. For example, “put” them on some other bright object. Alas, this is not always possible, especially at night.

▹ Try to gently cover the iPhone camera with your hand. Just do not touch the frame by accident. Get a home-made “peak” for lenses, the so-called lens hood – funny from the outside, but the working option is to remove direct rays of bright light.

Here it was possible to cover with a hand. But with glare it turned out more positive than without it.

▹ Make glare a part of the composition. In the daytime, a glare from the sun can well complement the scene of the photo and give it a positive mood. With multi-lamp lights at night, this option, however, does not work at all.

▹ Finally, rotate the smartphone so that there are no sources of too bright light in the frame. Your Captain obvious.

Let’s see what Apple will do this year. But you won’t go against physics. Either rebuild the entire optics system, or come up with additional software chips. In the meantime, we will continue to get our “Photoshop” to remove these bright points.

How to take pictures on the iPhone: 20 features everyone should know

Quick launch of the camera from the lock screen

Forget the shutter button, use the volume button and headset

Take burst photos so you don’t miss the moment

Use a grid to build a Rule of Thirds composition

Use a timer

Use HDR

Switch between iPhone cameras (Wide, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto)

Use filters in real time

Control exposure (change brightness)

Lock focus and exposure

Read QR codes on iPhone without installing third party apps

Apply the power of lighting effects in Portrait Mode

Get a photo with a plume effect (long exposure) with Live Photos

Use “Vertical Panoramas” to Capture Tall Objects

Control your iPhone camera with your Apple Watch

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HomeKit

The calendar

Contacts, Mail

Cards

SMS and (iMessage)

Wi-Fi connection

Telephone

Site addresses

Callback URLs

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Which Smartphone Has the Best Camera – Top 10 in 2021

10th place iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini

9th place Oppo Find X3 Pro

8th place: Huawei P40 Pro and Huawei P40 Pro Plus

7th place Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra

6th place Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra

5th place Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

4th place Apple iPhone 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max

3rd place Huawei Mate 40 Pro and Huawei Mate 40 Pro Plus

2nd place iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro

1st place Huawei P50 Pro

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What is the shutter life of the camera?

Camera model

Average camera mileage

Factors affecting a significant reduction in the resource of the shutter mechanism

How do you know if the shutter is “dying”?

How to visually inspect the shutter?

How to check the shutter in operation?

Is it being renovated? What if there are signs of wear on the shutter?

Universal programs for obtaining data on camera mileage

How do I know the mileage of a Canon camera?

How can I find out the mileage of Sony, Nikon and Pentax cameras?

Conclusion

What is the green or yellow dot in iPhone photos?

How to prevent a green or yellow dot from appearing in your photos

How to remove green stain from your iPhone photos?

Blurry photos due to dirt and scratches on the camera

Cloudy camera on iPhone: check the condition of the case, protective glass or film

Software glitch

Mechanical breakdown

Manufacturing defects

EZVIZ TY2 camera set

EZVIZ TY2 camera appearance

EZVIZ TY2 Camera Features

Setting up the EZVIZ TY2 camera

EZVIZ TY2 Camera Specifications

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