We are witnessing a photographic revolution. In a way that is as silent and progressive as it is abysmal. After the transition from analog to digital, a revolution is taking place with mobile photography. As much as some think that it is not photography, every day it is clearer that it is, that there are great photographers who work with mobile phones and excite as much or more than those who capture with an SLR. Just like the Samsung S9 has done with the opening, the Huawei P20 in its Pro version goes one step further and presents a Smartphone with a triple rear camera.
We have already discussed it on occasion, we do not know if we are buying camera phones or cameras with built-in phones. This new Huawei model has been revolutionizing and that is what we are going to tell you about, whether you want to (or can) buy it or not, as a photography lover you should get to know it and know what such a small thing is capable of;).
But before getting into the matter, surely you are interested in knowing this complete guide that we have prepared for you with all the tricks and tips to improve your photos with your mobile.
P20 PRO FEATURES
We are going to focus, both in this Pro version and in the P20, on the most basic general characteristics and on those of the camera, since it is what interests us the most here.
Weight: 180g
So that you can see what the zoom brings closer... Keep in mind that in this case it is not the typical digital zoom that Smartphones bring, which all it does is increase the image and crop with its consequent pixelation, but rather it is a hybrid system, a different system that we do not need to explain here in a technical way. All you need to know is that it offers a quality that has nothing to do with digital zoom.
IMAGES TAKEN WITH THE HUAWEI P20 PRO
I leave you some images taken in different situations. And if you want to see more, take a look here.
P20 FEATURES
This is the magnification of the zoom 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 19h
- Sound: Detect the type of sound you're listening to and adjust the levels to give you the optimal sound experience. The AI system that it incorporates also distinguishes between your voice and the background sound to cancel it.
- Others: transforms into a desktop computer without the need for accessories. Project your screen, using the Huawei P20 as a touchpad or keyboard.
- Price: €380.93
- Colors: It is available in this range of colors
- the screen (inches and technology, larger and more vivid colors)
- on battery (4,000mAh vs. 3,400mAh)
- three rear cameras compared to the two of the P20 version
- 6GB of RAM compared to 4GB of the P20 version
- add infrared connectivity
- It is waterproof, which the P20 is not.
- incorporates Artificial Intelligence in photographic capture
- size
- weight
MORE ABOUT THE CAMERA
The Huawei P20 and P20 Pro's camera uses AI technology to recognize the subject in real time and automatically adjust the camera settings for the perfect photo. Despite not having a stabilizer as such, its IA 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 lag-free shutter to capture the fastest images. And speaking of being fast, you can take a photo (with the screen off) in 0.3 seconds.
If we talk about the zoom, it can reach up to 10 times in the pro version, although its maximum efficiency will be up to five times, which is how far its hybrid system works, beyond that it will be a mere digital crop that we do not recommend at all.
Not bad for a mobile, right? Said like that in a run, it seems that they are two things of nothing, but if you analyze it, it is reinforcing to an impressive level all the weak points of mobile cameras, the blur, the photos in low light, the speed of shooting, the zoom... I think That this marks a clear before and after, don't you think?
THE BEST
The most remarkable thing about Huawei is that its lenses are Leica, which is a guarantee compared to the lenses of other Smartphones. 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 5x hybrid super zoom in the pro version to get closer to the scene. On the other hand, Huawei does not skimp on the front cameras (yes, the one for 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) of course it becomes tempting, right? Now, with regard to water... accidents are one thing, or rainwater falling and another thing is daring to submerge it. That is a very risky decision that everyone must decide whether or not to take .
DRAWBACKS
It's nonsense, but for those who want to keep their terminal pristine, they should take into account that the material is glass and the fingerprints are marked, which is nice, if you are going to take it without a case, no problem, if not... get used to them ;).
Now the slightly more serious drawbacks ... It does not have an input for Micro SD although it has enough internal memory: 115 Gigs for the user (128 in total), for some users it is a major impediment. It also doesn't have a standard headphone port (they include ones in the box that fit into the USB port and an adapter for the ones you have). As you will see, they are more or less salvageable inconveniences...
Actually, the biggest drawback of this Smartphone is still the price, which is not within the reach of many pockets. But if you can afford it, the Huawei P20 Pro is probably 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 about now. The main differences are:
CONCLUSIONS
If you are going to choose this phone for its photographic capacity, it is worth opting for the Pro version, since in photographic matters it is where the differences are most appreciated. And if you are hesitating between Samsung S9 and this one, users agree that in video the Samsung surpasses (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 , which began as a cheap alternative , has carved out a (deserved) niche in the high-end. Photographically speaking, it has nothing to envy to other leading brands with a lot of fame behind them. This model has come stomping.
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