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Pixel 4 is no longer the camera king of high-end smartphones. At least, the results forthcoming from DxOMark does point to that, with the camera experts allocating it a score of 112 points. And this while it decided to yield to public demand to add an additional sensor for telephoto shots.
Now Google had always bucked industry trends by offering a single lens camera when the competitors chose to offer dual or even triple-lens cameras. However, the company still managed to wield magic with the single-lens camera thanks to the hardware being backed by some sophisticated software.
Unfortunately, that does not seem to be proving enough anymore even though the Pixel 4 came with a more elaborate camera enclosure at the rear. The iPhone 11-like rear camera housing made Pixel fans to expect something truly fascinating with the new Pixel range. That does not seem to be the case with the phone’s camera found lacking on several fronts, which is more glaring considering the lofty standards its predecessors itself have set.
Specifically, the lack of an ultra-wide angle lens is what has been missing the most. The Pixel 4 tallies with the Galaxy Note 10+ 5G when it comes to the overall score but sans the wide-angle lens. With the particular sensor taken into consideration, the score of the Note 10+ comes to 126, leaving the Pixel 4 to settle in the third slot.
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- Google Pixel 7 is powered by Google Tensor G2; it’s faster, more efficient, and more secure, with the best photo and video quality yet on Pixel[1].Other camera description:Front,Rear.Bluetooth Version 5.2 with dual antennas for enhanced quality and connection.
- Unlocked Android 5G phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan[2]; works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel’s Adaptive Battery can last over 24 hours; when Extreme Battery Saver is turned on, it can last up to 72 hours[3]
- The 6.3-inch Pixel 7 display is super sharp, with rich, vivid colors; it’s fast and responsive for smoother gaming, scrolling, and moving between apps[4]
- Google Pixel 7 has wide and ultrawide lenses with up to 8x Super Res Zoom[5]; and Cinematic Blur brings more drama to your videos
That said, all is not lost with the Pixel 4 even though its improvement over the Pixel 3 is only marginal at best. Still shots are exemplary while telephoto shots too are a huge improvement over its predecessor. Indoor shots too are great while color reproduction too is excellent. Skin tone rendering too is a huge plus with the new Pixel 4 as is night sight exposure. Worth mentioning, the night shots on the Pixel range has always been an industry standard.
Among the other positive with the Pixel 4 happens to be its video recording capability. However, surprisingly, the Pixel 4 records videos in full HD mode even though most other flagships record video in 4K in default mode.
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On the whole, the Pixel 4 is not too disappointing with its camera performance even though, given the high standards it has to its credit, there is something more that is desired.
Quick Recap
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- Google Pixel 10a is a durable, everyday phone with more[1]; snap brilliant photography on a simple, powerful camera, get 30+ hours out of a full charge[2], and do more with helpful AI like Gemini[3]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan; it works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers
- Pixel 10a is sleek and durable, with a super smooth finish, scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 7i display, and IP68 water and dust protection[4]
- The Actua display with 3,000-nit peak brightness shows up clear as day, even in direct sunlight[5]
- Plan, create, and get more done with help from Gemini, your built-in AI assistant[3]; have it screen spam calls while you focus[6]; chat with Gemini to brainstorm your meal plan[7], or bring your ideas to life with Nano Banana[8]
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- Capture Brilliant Photos: Point and shoot for the perfect photo with brilliant color and control the exposure balance of different parts of your photos.
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- Voice Control: Get more done with your voice using the new Google Assistant to send texts, share photos, and more.
- Quick Gestures: A new way to control your phone with Quick Gestures that let you skip songs and silence calls by waving your hand above the screen.
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- Point and shoot for the perfect photo. Capture brilliant color and control the exposure balance of different parts of your photos.
- Get the shot without the flash. Night Sight is now faster and easier to use it can even take photos of the Milky Way.
- Get more done with your voice. The new Google Assistant is the easiest way to send texts, share photos, and more. [1]
- A new way to control your phone. Quick Gestures let you skip songs and silence calls – just by waving your hand above the screen. [2]
- End the robocalls. With Call Screen, the Google Assistant helps you proactively filter our spam before your phone ever rings. [3]
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