If anyone has an unlocked bootloader, please help us confirm what works and what doesn't work.
WARNING: CURRENT REPORTS SHOW THAT UNLOCKING YOUR BOOTLOADER MAY DEGRADE LOW-LIGHT CAMERA QUALITY.
* = Confirmed on Z3, not Z3 Compact
Confirmed Working
TrackID (Source, Source)
Timeshift Camera (Source, Source)
Face-in Camera (Source, Source)
Surround Settings* (Source, Source)
ClearAudio+ (Source, Source)
S-Force Front Surround (Source)
Tap2Wake (Source, Source)
BIONZ Engine (Source)
Reported Working
None at the time
Confirmed Not Working
Bravia Engine (X-Reality, Super Vivid) (Source, Source)
"Advanced camera algorithms" (including low-light processing) (Source, see Anna Aleryd's reply, Source)
Sony Entertainment Media (Music Unlimited, Videos Unlimited, etc.) (Source)
Audio Quality and Volume Enhancements (Unlocked Bootloader phones suffer from lower sound quality and volume) (Source)
PS4 Remote Play (Source)
Reported Not Working
Miracast (Source)
MirrorLink (Source)
Unknown
Sony Triluminos Engine?
Other Camera Features/Modes?
DSEE HX?
Noise Cancelling Features (w/ Headphones)?
Headphones Settings?
Hi-res Audio over DAC?
MirrorLink and Miracast stop working.
Iruwen said:
MirrorLink and Miracast stop working.
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Can anyone confirm this?
TrackID will also stop working.
degraaff said:
TrackID will also stop working.
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Have you unlocked the boot loader and can confirm that?
Coz post #21 in the following thread says otherwise: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55719129
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tocirah1 said:
If anyone finds anything different after losing DRM keys, please reply to this thread so we can have a running list.
Known problems
None yet
Reported (unconfirmed) problems
MirrorLink stops working (Iruwen)
Miracast stops working (Iruwen)
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Maybe it's also good to list things that are confirmed to work after unlocking?
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muken said:
Have you unlocked the boot loader and can confirm that?
Coz post #21 in the following thread says otherwise: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=55719129
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Maybe it's also good to list things that are confirmed to work after unlocking?
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That sounds like a great idea!
I have an unlocked bootloader and TrackID works fine.
tilal6991 said:
I have an unlocked bootloader and TrackID works fine.
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Any news on any of the other functions?
tocirah1 said:
Any news on any of the other functions?
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TBH I've put the rest in the "magic and possibly placebo" category in my head. I don't see much difference between when features like Bravia and BINOZ are turned on and turned off.
Plus I'm not on stock ATM.
tilal6991 said:
TBH I've put the rest in the "magic and possibly placebo" category in my head. I don't see much difference between when features like Bravia and BINOZ are turned on and turned off.
Plus I'm not on stock ATM.
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Is your CM build working well for you?
dillalade said:
Is your CM build working well for you?
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Well it's a WIP so it's not really very usable. Quite a few things a broken and I have no plans of releasing anything until I am happy with the result.
degraaff said:
TrackID will also stop working.
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You can install TrackID on any device, it's on the play store, why would it stop working
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On older xperia phones, trackid couldn't work without DRM keys, but I guess Sony removed that requirement.
I have just unlocked my Z3C. Anything I should confirm working/not working?
muken said:
I have just unlocked my Z3C. Anything I should confirm working/not working?
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There's a list of stuff in the OP that's been either only Reported as working/not working or completely unconfirmed. I'd really appreciate it if you could check on those. For reference:
MirrorLink
Miracast
Sony Entertainment Media (Music Unlimited, Videos Unlimited, etc.)
BIONZ Engine
X-Reality and other Album Settings (Bravia Engine)
Sony Triluminos Engine
Other Camera Features/Modes
DSEE HX
Audio Surround Settings
S-Force Front Surround
Noise Cancelling Features (w/ Headphones)
Audio Headphones Settings
Hi-res Audio over DAC
You probably don't have the equipment to test all of this stuff, but anything you could confirm would help.
Thanks!
tocirah1 said:
MirrorLink
Miracast
Sony Entertainment Media (Music Unlimited, Videos Unlimited, etc.)
BIONZ Engine
X-Reality and other Album Settings (Bravia Engine)
Sony Triluminos Engine
Other Camera Features/Modes
DSEE HX
Audio Surround Settings
S-Force Front Surround
Noise Cancelling Features (w/ Headphones)
Audio Headphones Settings
Hi-res Audio over DAC
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I can confirm that X-Reality / Super Vivid Mode does NOT work (I tested before unlock and then it worked)
Time Shift Camera works
Face In Camera works
I have to test the camera more, since I'm not sure if the quality has changed, the images may have lower quality... Will compare to a Z1C which is locked.
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There's a list of stuff in the OP that's been either only Reported as working/not working or completely unconfirmed. I'd really appreciate it if you could check on those. For reference:
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It seems like the camera is ruined ...
Please see attached comparison between unlocked Z3C (on top) and untouched Z1C (bottom). This is really bad news!
Why can't Sony inform the users about trivial features like this getting ruined, instead of talking about them not being able to take responsibility for custom ROMs...
muken said:
It seems like the camera is ruined ...
Please see attached comparison between unlocked Z3C (on top) and untouched Z1C (bottom). This is really bad news!
Why can't Sony inform the users about trivial features like this getting ruined, instead of talking about them not being able to take responsibility for custom ROMs...
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Really sorry to hear that =/
Are you sure you're not just on different shooting modes for the two cameras? Also how did you take that photo, with a third camera?
tocirah1 said:
Really sorry to hear that =/
Are you sure you're not just on different shooting modes for the two cameras? Also how did you take that photo, with a third camera?
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I manually selected HDR mode on both phones, so it is exactly the same mode.
Just to get a quick comparison, I took a picture with a third camera. On the screen you can see that the quality is quite poor. That was why I suspected something was not right in my previous post and grabbed my wifes Z1C.
So, yes I'm sure. The quality of the shoots in low light are not very good at all any more.
muken said:
I manually selected HDR mode on both phones, so it is exactly the same mode.
Just to get a quick comparison, I took a picture with a third camera. On the screen you can see that the quality is quite poor. That was why I suspected something was not right in my previous post and grabbed my wifes Z1C.
So, yes I'm sure. The quality of the shoots in low light are not very good at all any more.
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Maybe try to take the same photo in Manual 20MP mode without any SCN? That should preclude any Sony stuff and should produce a similar photo. Maybe it has to do with your display settings? Could you upload the photos you took directly?
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Is it just me or has anyone noticed that the photos taken with the default camera app is a little skewed at the edges?
The camera is great for macro shots but when shots are taken from a distance, I can't help but notice that the subjects on the edges get distorted or stretched.
It would be nice if we shared our experiences on this. After all, this phone was touted to have the best camera at the time of the launch.
Thanks.
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Is it just me or has anyone noticed that the photos taken with the default camera app is a little skewed at the edges?
The camera is great for macro shots but when shots are taken from a distance, I can't help but notice that the subjects on the edges get distorted or stretched.
It would be nice if we shared our experiences on this. After all, this phone was touted to have the best camera at the time of the launch.
Thanks.
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yes ur right macro shots are awesome but normal pics clicked are blurred at edges..dont have a solution for it...
Any Alternative???
GTARaja said:
yes ur right macro shots are awesome but normal pics clicked are blurred at edges..dont have a solution for it...
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Any Alternative apps for batter camera results???
Kaushik89 said:
Any Alternative apps for batter camera results???
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ive used Lenovo Snap it and share it
GTARaja said:
ive used Lenovo Snap it and share it
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I feel this may be a hardware issue and not just a software glitch as I have noticed the same distortions with the in-built Charm Cam App. It could possibly have something to do with the lens alignments or maybe it's just an isolated case with my phone. But I have no means to verify my allegations as I don't have another phone to carry out comparisons.
In any case, I request other owners to please share your findings with regards to the image quality on this camera.
Hubriss said:
I feel this may be a hardware issue and not just a software glitch as I have noticed the same distortions with the in-built Charm Cam App. It could possibly have something to do with the lens alignments or maybe it's just an isolated case with my phone. But I have no means to verify my allegations as I don't have another phone to carry out comparisons.
In any case, I request other owners to please share your findings with regards to the image quality on this camera.
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The primary reason i found for noise is that iso gets too high in auto mode.it might just be software issue. But we dont have other phone with same hardware(OV 16825)
Since kernal sources are avilable i hope they provide some light
Also as the camera is capable of [email protected] 60fps i would like if some dev removes this constrain of [email protected]
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I took a 1080p video and found no distortion along edges this in theory proves it is not due to hardware problem i.e. lens alingment
dhirajranger said:
The primary reason i found for noise is that iso gets too high in auto mode.it might just be software issue. But we dont have other phone with same hardware(OV 16825)
Since kernal sources are avilable i hope they provide some light
Also as the camera is capable of [email protected] 60fps i would like if some dev removes this constrain of [email protected]
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I took a 1080p video and found no distortion along edges this in theory proves it is not due to hardware problem i.e. lens alingment
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dont know why peaople want a 4k video mostly dont have 4k tvs. even if you record with 4k it will definatly come shaky and we dont have image stablization in our phone.
DeceptiPrime said:
dont know why peaople want a 4k video mostly dont have 4k tvs. even if you record with 4k it will definatly come shaky and we dont have image stablization in our phone.
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who said we dont have image stabilization...check the ov16825 details on website..it has EIS..i know its not that great compared to OIS or OIS+...and for ur question y ppl want 4k videos...they can record 4k videos which they can preserve as a memory for later on...why we click pics record video for capturing memory only na...i know getting a 4k TV is not easy as it cost too much...but if the system has the functionality why cant we enable it with the powers of devs...
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who said we dont have image stabilization...check the ov16825 details on website..it has EIS..i know its not that great compared to OIS or OIS+...and for ur question y ppl want 4k videos...they can record 4k videos which they can preserve as a memory for later on...why we click pics record video for capturing memory only na...i know getting a 4k TV is not easy as it cost too much...but if the system has the functionality why cant we enable it with the powers of devs...
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lets see wat devs can do
DeceptiPrime said:
lets see wat devs can do
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was trying to compile the kernel using ndk and msm_8974.deconfig file....but no success
GTARaja said:
was trying to compile the kernel using ndk and msm_8974.deconfig file....but no success
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maybe gionee itself give us what we want in kitkat4.4.2 ?
DeceptiPrime said:
maybe gionee itself give us what we want in kitkat4.4.2 ?
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bt a running cm11 opens the door for many custom roms like PAC, AOKP,Carbon,MIUI etc etc
Our other thread became a 'device specific' review sticky, so wanted to share some lowlight pictures from Z3+, S6, & Z2 (in that order) here. All are taken in 'auto' mode. But feel free to include daylight pictures and other devices as well!
Photobucket Link
http://www.dxomark.com/Mobiles/Sony...mproved-rankings-for-latest-iteration/Ranking
Z3+ improved over Z3 there.
Wow thanks, so without heat problem which can be resolve after an update, it it pretty close for the perfect smartphone ?
No Ram problem, Waterproof, Good Sound, Stereo speaker, LDAC for future compatibles devices, Good pictures for the back and front camera, Good Battery Life. And the camera does't go out as S6 or IPhone 6, etc...
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How the mic for recording video in a concert ?
Is it possible to record loud environment ? As HTC ONE, IPhone 6 or the last Galaxy S6. Without use in option the mic STM10
Thanks
Find day pics from Z3+ Dual.
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More shots from Xperia Z3+ & Galaxy S6 (both in auto mode) . Keep your shots coming!
Photobucket Link
DoKaTSuYa said:
Is it possible to record loud environment ? As HTC ONE, IPhone 6 or the last Galaxy S6. Without use in option the mic STM10
Thanks
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Didn't try to record video in loud environment just yet. Someone else probably can answer this ?
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This is in auto mode. Taken at 4:50 in the morning.
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asking said:
Find day pics from Z3+ Dual.
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Where did u buy yours?
cerobles1 said:
Where did u buy yours?
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Got it from Amazon.com!
I would like some full resolution samples from the front camera. In fact, I'm searching like crazy the exact resolution of the front camera all over the internet. How much does it's width and height measure? How many pixels?
It would be cool if you uploaded a screenshot with the camera app shwing the resolution settings to see the other resolutions supported.
Cambapo;61597748 It would be cool if you uploaded a screenshot with the camera app shwing the resolution settings to see the other resolutions supported.[/QUOTE said:
Front camera is 5mp. Attached are the screenshots you're looking for :good:
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Front camera is 5mp. Attached are the screenshots you're looking for :good:
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Gee thanks :'D. At last!
I'll be posting some shots tomorrow maybe comparing with my Z2 and QX30 beside the Z3+
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I'll be posting some shots tomorrow maybe comparing with my Z2 and QX30 beside the Z3+
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That would be awesome!
QX30 must be nice too.
I dont have the time for a full comparison today but will update this post with a comparison soon
Alright quick comparison with my Z2 - Z3+ and my QX30
There is of course no contest with the QX30 but I think the Z3+ produced a better pciture mostly because colours were better and light didn't affect it as much as on Z2
Full picture HERE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heYAgIsaPYY
Look at this.
doministry said:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heYAgIsaPYY
Look at this.
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Its pretty much a tie throughout which should make all the nagging fanboys shut up. Both phones are excellent choices.
doministry said:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heYAgIsaPYY
Look at this.
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S6 leader in camera color reproduction, but in the video practically no difference. Very glad for Sony. At first LDAC then it, finally they began to gratify
A couple of photos taken with my Z3+
Thanks
I know a lot of you have been waiting for a better Camera UI.
Finally in the latest Android 6 Beta, there is a new camera UI, which they will be improving on!
Superior Auto still only has an 8MP option Hopefully they will improve upon that.
The UI is the same as the Z5 Camera, with a few improvements to suit the Z3C (Improvements / downgrades )
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Finally in the latest Android 6 Beta, there is a new camera UI, which they will be improving on!
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Are you talking about the MM beta that came out in early March and made its way to XDA around March 13th?
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Are you talking about the MM beta that came out in early March and made its way to XDA around March 13th?
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Yes, sorry forgot to mention this is the Marshmallow Sony Concept ^^
Just new UI, no API2
can someone port it to stock lollipop?
So it's just a change of interface, or there is also a performance upgrade to the camera?
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So it's just a change of interface, or there is also a performance upgrade to the camera?
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They said that they will focus on improving the Camera from now on. Hopefully they are fixing the bad Image Processing
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Just new UI, no API2
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What is the API2 ? and what are the improvements on the current API on z3c?
arakhan said:
What is the API2 ? and what are the improvements on the current API on z3c?
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the most important thing... manual controls, ALL OF THEM
nzzane said:
I know a lot of you have been waiting for a better Camera UI.
Finally in the latest Android 6 Beta, there is a new camera UI, which they will be improving on!
Superior Auto still only has an 8MP option Hopefully they will improve upon that.
The UI is the same as the Z5 Camera, with a few improvements to suit the Z3C (Improvements / downgrades )
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I seriously doubt they will change that, but there are mods, which does what you want:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...z1-z4-z5-camera-1-0-unlocked-20-23mp-t3335412
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony-themes-apps/mod-xperia-camera-unlocked-t3071161
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They said that they will focus on improving the Camera from now on. Hopefully they are fixing the bad Image Processing
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Well from what I have seen Sonys image processing is not that bad at all, it is quite the opposite, check this thread and you will see what I mean:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/camera-picture-samples-unlock-t2898606
With that being said, there are camera mods available which will use the camera processing libraries from the Z5 on Z3 Compact as well, but I wouldn't expect Sony to improve the camera quality on a phone which is over 1 years old, that seems very unlikely in my opinon....
But you can flash these camera-mods by yourself, I haven't tried these myself, so I can't tell if it's how it's working (not sure about if works with Marsmallow either);
http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...-xperia-z5-premium-camera-libs-files-t3260819
not so good
after this update (MMB29M.Z1.3555) i cannot record video. it says:
Error
Cannot record video. Recording or function connected with recording could be used by another app.
Any idea how to solve this issue?
greebo6 said:
after this update (MMB29M.Z1.3555) i cannot record video. it says:
Error
Cannot record video. Recording or function connected with recording could be used by another app.
Any idea how to solve this issue?
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I have the same issue. A workaround that will allow you to record video is to disable Google Now 'Ok Google' detection on any screen.
alibabzo said:
I have the same issue. A workaround that will allow you to record video is to disable Google Now 'Ok Google' detection on any screen.
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thank you! it works
http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperia/technologies/camera/
Shutter speed control
Use maximum shutter speed (1/4000) for sharp images of moving subjects. Or try a slower speed (1 sec.) for a motion blur effect.
Manual focus
Decide your precise focal point. Bring the furthest away object into focus and defocus the foreground, or vice versa.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9w_5SJtLLYs (video review of the camera in Xperia XZ by Btekt)
Still, the least min shutter speed from all manufacturers - HTC 2 sec, Samsung 10 sec, LG and OnePlus 30 sec. but the fact that Sony finally implemented that API is great!
Hopefully not only the XZ will get this and we will see updated cameras in older models.
sony fanboy here but still...1 sec? and samsung has 10 seconds shutter time? Is this what sony calls "innovation"?????
I wonder if they will update it with a longer time. I would like that.
I wouldn't call it "full" since it still doesn't have raw capture.
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I wouldn't call it "full" since it still doesn't have raw capture.
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With This 100% I agree. Is this really full manual control? I mean Sony is a master in RAW imagining. Their alpha series got the best RAW as far as I believe.
actually i agree with the decision to not add raw. For now it looks like a useless feature on a smartphone to me. just a memory eater. Not even all the compact cameras has it and most of them make better photos than a smartphone. Raw files are mostly for professionals and they use professional cameras. And finally shutter speed control! that was the only feature i felt was missing on xperia phones
I would like t see RAW. I shoot it exclusively on all my cameras, so I would use it on my phone. You can use it or not, so there should be no concerns about space. Space is so cheap these days anyway.
The problem IMO is not RAW, it is that Sony is really lazy about adding the features from their new devices on the older ones(that support them). Remember 4K and timeshift video? Z1 didn't get them from the Z2 although they were fully supported by the hw. I think Sony will do the same with limited/full camera2 api support....
(would be very glad to see Sony disproving me)
I understand it's a marketing trick to force users to buy the new model, but supported users are happy users, and happy users will have their next device Sony again, which IMO is far better strategy
Finally,
Can anyone confirm whether ISO can be changed at 23MP and if Steadyshot works with still photos? Recombu seems to show it working in Superior Auto mode but the video isn't very clear with it.
I think the Z5 had it on its original software but after the camera app was updated in November it no longer had it, even though Sony claimed on their forum that Steadyshot is on by default.
FYL21 said:
Can anyone confirm whether ISO can be changed at 23MP and if Steadyshot works with still photos? Recombu seems to show it working in Superior Auto mode but the video isn't very clear with it.
I think the Z5 had it on its original software but after the camera app was updated in November it no longer had it, even though Sony claimed on their forum that Steadyshot is on by default.
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Unfortunately ISO cannot be changed at 23MPx.
Moreover, even for lower resolution, it is not possible to adjust few options at the same time, like when you change the shutter speed, ISO and HDR etc are unavailable... They really need to fix this issueto allow us better manual control, and not only 1 option at the time + support higher resolutions and 4K videos.
4K is really biased, non of ne implemented technologies like 5 axis stabilization are supported in 4K.
I think Sony just added its old 4K app without updating it to combine with new features, sadly
decomposed said:
Unfortunately ISO cannot be changed at 23MPx.
Moreover, even for lower resolution, it is not possible to adjust few options at the same time, like when you change the shutter speed, ISO and HDR etc are unavailable... They really need to fix this issueto allow us better manual control, and not only 1 option at the time + support higher resolutions and 4K videos.
4K is really biased, non of ne implemented technologies like 5 axis stabilization are supported in 4K.
I think Sony just added its old 4K app without updating it to combine with new features, sadly
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Not implementing camera RAW in 2017 is close to a deal breaker, sony. Implement the full camera 2.0 API with raw support asap...
peppepop said:
Not implementing camera RAW in 2017 is close to a deal breaker, sony. Implement the full camera 2.0 API with raw support asap...
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Yeah, it may be a complete deal breaker for me.
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peppepop said:
Not implementing camera RAW in 2017 is close to a deal breaker, sony. Implement the full camera 2.0 API with raw support asap...
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Anyone know if the new camera (in the XZs and XZ premium ) supports raw ?
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Yeah, it may be a complete deal breaker for me.
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Anyone know if the new camera (in the XZs and XZ premium ) supports raw ?
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I sure hope so, it is supposed to have more camera properties than ever before, even went down to 19mpix from 23 to have more light sensitivity for the camera. Furthermore, if anyone thinks RAW (which is already there in the Android source code) isn't necessary - well just don't use it then.
It's like saying "I don't need a car that goes above 75 mph, so it's unnecessary to implement"
Hi
How are the microphones in the u ultra, they're supposed to be high quality, how does the quality of the audio recording compares for instance to the pixel or LG? Can you detect any special quality about them?
How Is the sense companion and its utilisation in the small screen above does it work well or just a gimmick?
Did you try to operate the u ultra with voice commands? I read that the microphones are constantly on and listening
Thank you
Really Really good
emmanuelw said:
Hi
How are the microphones in the u ultra, they're supposed to be high quality, how does the quality of the audio recording compares for instance to the pixel or LG? Can you detect any special quality about them?
How Is the sense companion and its utilisation in the small screen above does it work well or just a gimmick?
Did you try to operate the u ultra with voice commands? I read that the microphones are constantly on and listening
Thank you
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Well I have been using U Ultra with voice commands amd they have been accurate. Audio quality of recording is godly as compared to any other phone in my experience. In the video recording option it has option to switch between Hi-res audio and 3d audio. In my opinion, no other phone can touch this when it comes to audio.
Sense companion is okayish. It complements google in some ways. It gives recommendations of places for lunch dinner etc, storage getting full, boost+ app cleanup (annoying actually).
Second screen is helpful in changing music, quick calls and event notifications. Haven't really gotten used to it in the 2 months I have been using it.
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Well I have been using U Ultra with voice commands amd they have been accurate. Audio quality of recording is godly as compared to any other phone in my experience. In the video recording option it has option to switch between Hi-res audio and 3d audio. In my opinion, no other phone can touch this when it comes to audio.
Sense companion is okayish. It complements google in some ways. It gives recommendations of places for lunch dinner etc, storage getting full, boost+ app cleanup (annoying actually).
Second screen is helpful in changing music, quick calls and event notifications. Haven't really gotten used to it in the 2 months I have been using it.
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Thank you, I'm glad to hear about the great audio recording quality how does it compare to the V20 is it somewhat the same quality? Can you adjust and control the direction of the microphones?
rahulsethi said:
Well I have been using U Ultra with voice commands amd they have been accurate. Audio quality of recording is godly as compared to any other phone in my experience. In the video recording option it has option to switch between Hi-res audio and 3d audio. In my opinion, no other phone can touch this when it comes to audio.
Sense companion is okayish. It complements google in some ways. It gives recommendations of places for lunch dinner etc, storage getting full, boost+ app cleanup (annoying actually).
Second screen is helpful in changing music, quick calls and event notifications. Haven't really gotten used to it in the 2 months I have been using it.
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So I take it Sense Companion only available in certain countries right now.....
I have the U Ultra from HK and.........there is no companion.
did yours come pre-installed? is it something that's available in the play store?
cheers
yellowchilli said:
So I take it Sense Companion only available in certain countries right now.....
I have the U Ultra from HK and.........there is no companion.
did yours come pre-installed? is it something that's available in the play store?
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It got installed via software upgrade but now there is beta testing going on through Play store.
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emmanuelw said:
Thank you, I'm glad to hear about the great audio recording quality how does it compare to the V20 is it somewhat the same quality? Can you adjust and control the direction of the microphones?
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I think no. I don't see any option to do so.
does the device have a notification LED? Is the second screen always on, or how does it work?
josdehaes said:
does the device have a notification LED? Is the second screen always on, or how does it work?
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It has notification led and search YouTube for secondary display
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Anyone able to use USB C to 3.5mm adapter ?
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rahulsethi said:
It got installed via software upgrade but now there is beta testing going on through Play store.
thanks. i followed a link from google search to the hidden HTC Companion listing, managed to update it and then it appeared on my phone. Not had time to test whether its working properly yet though. Everything is enabled but it's not showing any new notifications
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saj2001ind said:
It has notification led and search YouTube for secondary display
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Anyone able to use USB C to 3.5mm adapter ?
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I've used the USB to 3.5mm adapter got it from HTC quality is still really fin good gonna test beats headphones on it (tested my razor headset with it first)
darkcroc said:
I've used the USB to 3.5mm adapter got it from HTC quality is still really fin good gonna test beats headphones on it (tested my razor headset with it first)
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You mean the adapter from HTC works ... Strange bcoz all other adapters doesn't work