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Leading industry research analysts along with global experts in the field of optical imaging technology have shed light on what the smartphone industry can expect in 2022 with respect to mobile cameras, during a webinar titled “ Global Mobile Camera Trends 2022: Innovation Talk ”.
Discussions focused on how camera systems are evolving, and how they have become critical for OEMs as consumers place increasing importance on image capture. Innovations such as the combination of quality image sensors and advanced software algorithms, light sensitivity, image and video stabilization, and continuous lossless zoom have been highlighted by these industry players as Mobile camera trends to continue in the coming year.
The webinar was organized by leading technology research firm Counterpoint, and included were guest speakers from TECNO, a global smartphone brand focusing on rapid-growth in emerging markets, Samsung Electronics, a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies, and DXOMARK, an internationally renowned testing agency specializing in cameras, audio, displays, and batteries for consumer electronics.
Hosted by Counterpoint Research’s Peter Richardson, VP of Research, speakers Tarun Pathak, Hervé Macudzinski, Pan Xuebao, and Jimmy Hsu shared their insights on camera innovation, market trends, and the latest developments in imaging technology.
Tarun Pathak, research director for smartphones at Counterpoint, highlighted that burgeoning mid-end smartphones across both developed and emerging markets like Africa, Latin America and India will help form factors of quad-cameras and above to dominate. Mr. Pathak also sees “the combination of quality image sensors and advanced software algorithms allowing brands to deliver great imaging experiences across all smartphone price points.”
DXOMARK’s Hervé Macudzinski, Image Science Director and Product Owner of DXOMARK observed that smartphones today help bring DSLR capture quality and pro photographer’s skills into the hands of consumers. Further, he sees low-light imaging as a priority for devices in the highly competitive $400-$600 price bands – where significant improvements can be made.
Samsung Electronics’ VP and Head of R&D, Pan Xuebao, believes “We’re close to the point where smartphone brands can now deliver DSLR-grade photography in the hands of customers.”
He mentioned Samsung’s Tetra and Nona technology is bringing great performance across both bright and low light conditions by providing a bigger canvas to capture more light, while allowing smaller pixels for higher definition. Speed is also prioritized, with ISOCELL bringing faster autofocus capabilities. ”
Jimmy Hsu, Senior Product Manager of TECNO Image Technology, mentioned that demand for more diverse features and personalization could drive demand for ToF (time of flight) and DVS (dynamic vision sensor), which would help smartphone cameras rivals and outperform specialized cameras.
TECNO already focuses on personalization, with advances in dark complexion imaging aimed at users across key markets in Africa, India and other regions, with Hsu highlighting recent achievements and breakthroughs regarding light sensitivity, image and video stabilization, zoom and high-resolution – powered by technologies such as RGBW and G+P, Sensor Shift and telescopic lenses.
He promised some of these new technologies are slated for TECNO’s new products in 2022. Hsu also emphasized that “TECNO always aims to provide an excellent photo and video experience through constant innovation and a deep understanding of consumers’ needs.”
Media representatives and industry players from Africa, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the US also participated in the webinar, sharing their questions with the speakers on topics that interest tech-savvy mobile users and photo enthusiasts globally.
The webinar highlighted future mobile camera imaging technology trends and set expectations of the application of these imaging technologies for global markets and consumers, paving the way for further long-term smartphone imaging developments.
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We just talked about the best mid-range smartphones in 2021 , and we are here once more but with the best smartphones of 2021. Looking at the very best means that the smartphones featured in this article stole a spot for themselves purely based on their specifications and abilities.
The best smart phones of 2021 have the most powerful processors and top performances, top cameras, and the most advanced features. The choice of which of these smartphones to buy often boils down to user preferences, but we are here with a list of the most smashing smartphones out there to get if money is not a problem.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
The Korean tech giants easily made their way into the best smartphones of 2021 list. The “S series” from Samsung has always been a flagship line and this year’s release came with a lot of cool new features in terms of design, screen resolution, camera and a lot more. Out of the three devices in the “S series” launched this year, the S21 ultra is the big gun.
Key Specs
- Screen: 6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G.
- Operating System: Android 11 (upgradable to Android 12), One UI 3.1.
- Main Camera: 108MP, 10MP, 10MP, 12MP Quad camera setup.
- Selfie Camera: 40MP
- Fingerprint Sensor: Under-display ultrasonic sensor.
- Battery: 5000mAh, with 25W fast charging, 15W wireless fast charging and 4.5W wireless reverse charging.
- Price: $790.
iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 13 Pro Max
With each new iPhone comes a new processor which means more power, better cameras and so much more. Apple brought a lot of new features with the iPhone 13 line-up . A lot of people wonder how the iPhone 13 Pro Max is better than the iPhone 13 Pro.
Firstly, it is better in terms of battery capacity and performance, and secondly in terms of performance. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is the sure pick in its line-up, and it is without doubt one of the best smartphones of 2021.
Key Specs
- Screen: 6.7″ Super Retina XDR OLED with 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: Apple’s A15 Bionic
- Operating System: iOS 15 upgradable to iOS 15.1
- Main Camera: 12MP, 12MP, 12MP, triple camera setup.
- Selfie Camera: 12MP
- Fingerprint Sensor: None (uses face unlock scanner for security)
- Battery: 4352mAh, with 27W fast charging, 15W wireless charging with MagSafe and 7.5W Qi magnetic charging.
- Price: $1099.
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
This device is truly “Ultra-premium”. From its design to performance, the Mi 11 Ultra surely is one of the best smart phones of 2021.
Asides from making a very good-looking device, Xiaomi went ahead to make the Mi 11 Ultra next generation by adding an extra display house on the rear camera bump. We will be certainly looking out to see what its successor holds in store for consumers.
Key Specs
- Screen: 6.81″ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G.
- Operating System: Android 11 (upgradable to Android 12), MIUI 12.5.
- Main Camera: 50MP, 48MP, 48MP, triple camera setup.
- Selfie Camera: 20MP
- Fingerprint Sensor: Under-display optical sensor.
- Battery: 5000mAh, with 67W fast charging, 67W fast wireless charging and 10W reverse wireless charging.
- Price: $1099.
Huawei P50 Pro
Huawei P50 Pro
For the past few years, Huawei’s smartphone business has been facing some difficulties due to the restrictions placed on the company, but this never held the company back from making a premium smartphone that lived up to Huawei’s reputation.
The P50 Pro has been and is still the reigning camera champion on DxOmark. Huawei has always stepped out to set the standard for camera abilities in the smartphone market.
Key Specs
- Screen: 6.6″ OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: Kirin 9000.
- Operating System: Harmony OS 2.0.
- Main Camera: 50MP, 64MP, 13MP, 40MP, quad-camera setup.
- Selfie Camera: 13MP
- Fingerprint Sensor: Under-display optical sensor.
- Battery: 4360mAh, with 66W fast charging and 50W fast wireless charging.
- Price: $1199.
Vivo X70 Pro+
Vivo X70 Pro+
With this device, Vivo took on the battle for the best smartphone camera in the market. Thanks to Vivo’s in-house photography chipset the V1 chip and the usage of Zeiss lenses, this device is aiming to redefine mobile photography.
Photography is not the only strong point of the X70 Pro+, it also has some very amazing specs. Check out Vivo’s official website for a full breakdown of the device.
Key Specs
- Screen: 6.78″ LTPO AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G.
- Operating System: Android 11 (upgradable to Android 12), Funtouch OS 12.
- Main Camera: 50MP, 8MP, 12MP 48MP, quad-camera setup.
- Selfie Camera: 32MP
- Fingerprint Sensor: Under-display optical sensor.
- Battery: 4500mAh, with 55W fast charging and 50W wireless fast charging.
- Price: $938.
iPhone 13 mini
iPhone 13 mini
Yes, we mentioned the iPhone 13 Pro Max as one of the best smartphones of 2021, now we are mentioning the iPhone 13 mini for a specific reason, its size!
If you are an iPhone lover but not a fan of devices with big screens, then the iPhone 13 mini might just be what you need. With the same processor as all other devices in the iPhone 13 line-up this device will give you a premium experience at small screen size.
Key Specs
- Screen: 5.4″ Super Retina XDR OLED screen.
- Processor: Apple’s A15 Bionic.
- Operating System: iOS 15 upgradable to iOS 15.1.
- Main Camera: 12MP, 12MP, dual camera setup.
- Selfie Camera: 12MP
- Fingerprint Sensor: None (uses face unlock scanner for security)
- Battery: 2438mAh, with 18W charging and 15W wireless charging with MagSafe and 7.5 Qi magnetic charging.
- Price: $699.
Asus Zenfone 8
Asus Zenfone 8
The Asus Zenfone 8 packs power into a minimal body. Unlike the Zenfone 8 Flip, this device took an entirely different turn from what we were used to (the regular flip camera smartphones). This allows Android users to enjoy a compact device without giving up any flagship features.
Despite being this small, the Zenfone 8 packs a lot of amazing features that make it worthy of being among the best smartphones of 2021.
Key Specs
Screen: 5.9″ Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G.
Operating System: Android 11 (upgradable to Android 12), ZenUI 8.
Main Camera: 64MP, 12MP, dual camera setup.
Selfie Camera: 12MP
Fingerprint Sensor: Under-display optical sensor.
Battery: 4000mAh, with 30W fast charging.
Price: $649.
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Tech analyst, Collins Eshiet, writes about technology. Follow me on Twitter @KittysTech.
