What you should know
- The Galaxy S24 line is set to be unveiled in a week’s time, on January 17.
- There has been much discussion about the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s zoom camera, with rumors that it will replace the 10x optical lens with a 5x one.
- Despite being less zoom-potent, a 5x telephoto camera could potentially offer superior elements and optics, better image stabilization, and improved low-light capabilities if paired with a larger sensor and AI enhancements.
- According to tech tipster Ice Universe, the quality of 10x zoom photos taken by the S24 Ultra is better than those taken by the S23 Ultra.
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We’re just a week away from the grand reveal of the Galaxy S24 line. Given the flood of leaks in recent weeks, the official premiere on January 17 promises more relief than surprise.
The moment to sift through the myriad of predictions is almost here. But before then, we’ve got another tip from a well-known tech insider. Ice Universe, over on X/Twitter, has shared his thoughts on the hotly debated Galaxy S24 Ultra’s zoom camera.
Remember when we heard that the top-tier flagship might ditch the 10x optical lens for a 5x one? Yeah, not exactly thrilling news. But, there’s a case to be made for why a 5x telephoto camera unit might actually be a smart move from Samsung’s engineers.
Even though it’s half as zoom-potent as its 10x predecessor, a 5x telephoto could boast superior elements and optics. Plus, improved image stabilization. If paired with a larger sensor that allows for cropping and better low-light capabilities, it could be just as good. And let’s not forget the AI tricks up its sleeve. The ball’s in Samsung’s court to fine-tune it.
Here’s a curveball – users have found that 10x zoom photos taken with the OnePlus Open look better than those snapped with the S23 Ultra. Sounds bonkers, right? OnePlus’ star product only has a 3x optical camera, while the S23 Ultra rocks a proper 10x optical zoom.
But enough of our hopes, dreams, and suggestions. Let’s hear it straight from Ice Universe: “Many people are skeptical about the quality of 10x photos taken by S24 Ultra. I was too, until I saw a comparison of samples a few days ago. I can confidently say that the S24U’s 10x zoom photos are better than the S23U’s.”
Pretty detailed, huh? If you’re still not convinced, hold tight. We’ll soon provide detailed comparisons, testing results, and samples from the Galaxy S24 Ultra and its (allegedly) shorter but (potentially) superior zoom camera.
For more on the cameras in the Galaxy S24 line, hit this hyperlink.
“Many people are skeptical about the quality of 10x photos taken by S24 Ultra. I was too, until I saw a comparison of samples a few days ago. I can confidently say that the S24U’s 10x zoom photos are better than the S23U’s.”
Order here: https://t.co/aB3u3KDIkY pic.twitter.com/lx8JHffi35— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) January 4, 2024 .
