Which Android phones are known for strong photo and video quality?
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I'm shopping for an Android phone and camera performance is a top priority. I want a model that takes good still photos and also records good video. Based on real-world use, which Android phones are worth considering for camera quality, and what are their strengths or limitations?
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You might want to check out some reviews on Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 (e.g. TechRadar, Androinica, Amateur Photographer), which offers 4.7mm (35e: 35mm) f/2.8 camera with image stabilization. In comparison to iPhone 4, the X10 seems to do better in exposure metering and color reproduction, but photos have less detail.
Xperia Arc (and its minor improvement, Arc S) is marketed as an improvement upon X10, sporting a backlit Exmor R sensor (crop factor 7) and 4mm (35e: 28mm) f/2.4 lens, but the reviews I've read (e.g. ePHOTOzine, All About Symbian, phoneArena) give me impression that while it's slightly better in low light, it's more average in moderate to good light. Compared against iPhone 4, detail reproduction seems to have improved, but colors are less vibrant.
Another Android phone touted for its camera is LG Optimus 2X (Phandroid, TechRadar). Shows duller colors and some blur in comparison to iPhone 4.
Annoying thing about those camera phones is that none of them has any protection for its lens.
Disclaimer: I don't have any of the phones, but have been thinking about getting one myself.
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Several Android phones mentioned by users stand out, but there isn’t a single clear winner for every situation.
- Sony Ericsson Xperia X10: Reported to have good exposure metering and color reproduction, though image detail may lag behind competitors.
- Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc / Arc S: Seen as an improvement in low light thanks to the backlit sensor and brighter lens, but overall image quality in good light was described as more average.
- Motorola Droid X / Droid X2: Strongly praised for sharp images, especially close-ups, portraits, and landscapes, with good optics, dual LED flash, a mechanical shutter, and solid 720p HD video.
- HTC Sensation: Also received positive feedback for overall camera performance, though one drawback mentioned was the lack of a dedicated shutter button.
In general, for phone cameras, look beyond megapixels and pay attention to lens quality, low-light performance, autofocus speed, stabilization, and video quality. Based on the answers here, the Droid X was the most enthusiastically recommended, while the Xperia X10/Arc and HTC Sensation were also worth considering depending on your priorities.
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