HUAWEI P20 AND P20 PRO: THE SMARTPHONE EVERY PHOTOGRAPHER WOULD WANT TO HAVE

HUAWEI P20 AND P20 PRO: THE SMARTPHONE EVERY PHOTOGRAPHER WOULD WANT TO HAVE

We are attending a photographic revolution. As quiet and progressive as abysmal. After the transition from analog to digital, a revolution is being experienced with mobile photography. As much as some think that it is not photography, every day it is clearer than yes, that there are great photographers who work with the mobile and are excited as much or more than those who capture with a SLR. As the Samsung S9 has done with the opening, the Huawei P20 in its Pro version takes another step and presents a Smartphone with triple rear camera. We have already commented on the occasion, we do not know if we are buying camera phones or cameras with built-in phones. This new model of Huawei has been revolutionizing and that is what we are going to tell you, because you want it (or you can) buy it or not, as a photography lover you should know it and know what such a small thing is capable of;).

P20 PRO FEATURES

We are going to focus, both in this Pro version and in the P20, on the most basic general characteristics and those of the camera, as this is what interests us most here.
  • Weight: 180g
  • Screen: 6.1 ? with resolution 2240x1080px and Technology: OLED. Its OLED technology is one of the differentiating points in this Pro version, with much more vivid colors.
  • Processor:  HUAWEI Kirin 970 + NPU
  • Operating system:  Android 8.1, EMUI 8.1
  • Memory: Internal: 6GB RAM, 128GB Flash
  • Construction: metal frame with glass body.
  • Camera:
    • Rear: Leica Vario-Summilux optics. 40 Megapixel RGB sensor with Light Fusion technology and f / 1.8 aperture. 20 Megapixel monochrome sensor and f / 1.6 aperture. 8 Megapixel telephoto lens and f / 2.4 aperture. 5x hybrid zoom. Predictive Approach Slow motion video recording at 960 FPS and 720p
    • Front: 24 mpx, f / 2.0
So you can see what the zoom is about… Keep in mind that in this case it is not the typical digital zoom that Smartphones bring, that all it does is increase the image and crop with its consequent pixelation, but it is a hybrid system, a different system that we don't need to explain here in a technical way. All you need to know is that it offers quality that has nothing to do with digital zoom.
  • Battery: 4000mAh
    • Charging time: about 1.5h
    • Standby: about 22 days
    • Talk time: approximately 25 h
    • AI manages energy efficiency to achieve maximum efficiency.
  • Price:  € 439.00
  • Colors:

IMAGES TAKEN WITH THE HUAWEI P20 PRO

I leave you some images taken in different situations. And if you want to see more, check out here.

P20 FEATURES

  • Weight: 165g
  • Screen: 5.8 ? with resolution: 2244x1080px and technology: TFT. Vivid colors and high contrast.
  • Processor: HUAWEI Kirin 970
  • Operating system:  Android 8.1, EMUI 8.1
  • Memory:  Internal: 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of Flash
  • Camera:
    • Rear: Dual camera 20 MP mono + 12 MP RGB, f / 1.6 and f / 1.8
    • Front: 24 mpx, f / 2.0
This is the zoom increase in this version, it is the same type of zoom as in the pro but with less magnification:
  • Battery: 3400mAh (typical value), 3320mAh (minimum value). Charging time: approximately 1.5h. Standby: about 16.9 days. Talk time: around 7pm
  • Sound:  Detect the type of sound you are listening to and adjust the levels to give you an optimal sound experience. The AI ??system that it incorporates also distinguishes between your voice and the background sound to cancel it.
  • Others:  it transforms into a desktop computer without accessories. Project your screen, using the Huawei P20 as a touch panel or keyboard.
  • Price:  (price not available at this time)
  • Colors: available in this color range

MORE ABOUT THE CAMERA

The camera of the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro uses AI technology to recognize the subject in real time and automatically adjust the camera settings in order to achieve the perfect photo. Despite not having a stabilizer as such, its AI technology also makes the images better stabilized and with great sharpness, it is even possible to take photos at night or in low light without a tripod thanks to its night mode. It also has facial recognition to create beautiful bokeh and optimize lighting. It offers a shutter without delay to capture the fastest images. And speaking of being fast, you can take a picture (when the screen is off) in 0.3 seconds. If we talk about the zoom, it can reach up to 10 increases in the pro version, although its maximum efficiency will be up to five increases, which is how far your hybrid system works, beyond that it will be a mere digital clipping that we do not recommend at all. Not bad to be a mobile, right? That said of a runway, it seems that they are two wise things, but if you analyze it, it is reinforcing to an impressive level all the weak points of the mobile cameras, the blur, the photos in low light, the speed of shooting, the zoom ... I think This marks a clear before and after, don't you think?

THE BEST

The most remarkable thing about the Huawei, is that their lenses are Leica, which is a guarantee against the lenses of other Smartphone. Among the advantages of its camera, we find terminals that offer very good performance in low light conditions, a super slow motion with 960 fps,  the super 5x hybrid zoom in the pro version to get you closer to the scene. On the other hand, Huawei does not skimp on the front cameras (yes, the selfies ) and in both versions they offer 24 MP and an f / 2.0 aperture, and also the facial recognition that we have talked about before. If you add to that the resistance to dust and water in the Pro version (up to 1 meter deep) it certainly becomes tempting, right? Now, with respect to water ..., one thing is accidents, or rainwater falls and another thing is to dare to submerge it. That is a very risky decision that everyone must decide whether or not to take .

DRAWBACKS

It is a bullshit, but for those who want to take their impolite terminal they must take into account that the material is crystal and the prints are marked that it is a pleasure, if you are going to carry it without a cover without problem, if not ... get used to them;). Now the problems are a bit more serious ... It does not have an input for Micro SD although it has enough internal memory: 115 Gigas for the user (128 in total), for some users it is a major impediment. Nor does it have a standard headphone port (they include some in the box that fit the USB port and an adapter for those you have). As you will see are more or less salvageable inconveniences ... Actually, the biggest drawback of this Smartphone is still the price, which is not available to many pockets. But if you can afford it, probably, the Huawei P20 Pro is now the best option offered by the mobile phone market in terms of photographic results.

MAIN DIFFERENCES BETWEEN P20 AND P20 PRO

Both versions are very similar to each other in general terms, although, of course, you have to justify the difference in price and the fact of offering a Pro version, and that is what I am going to tell you now. The main differences are:
  • the screen (inches and technology, bigger and more vivid colors)
  • in the battery (4,000mAh vs. 3,400mAh)
  • three rear cameras facing the two of the P20 version
  • 6GB of RAM versus 4GB of the P20 version
  • add infrared connectivity
  • It is waterproof, which the P20 does not
  • incorporates Artificial Intelligence in the photographic capture
  • size
  • weight

CONCLUSIONS

If you are going to choose this phone for its photographic capacity, it is worth opting for the Pro version, because in a photographic matter it is where the differences are most appreciated. And if you're doubting between Samsung S9 and this, users agree that Samsung exceeds video (except in slow motion) and in photography, especially at night, Huawei takes the lead. Depending on your needs you can choose one or the other. What is clear is that Huawei that began as an economic alternative has made a hole (deserved) in the high range. Photographically speaking, nothing has to envy other leading brands and with much fame behind them. This model has come stomping. If it has been useful, do not forget to share it! You know that every photographer would like to have it . Thank you for your time and until next time.
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