This device is also known as Nokia N98, Nokia N Technical Image Press Association. Wikimedia Commons. Retrieved The Verge. Lumia Conversations UK. The limit of the zoom is reached when the selected output resolution becomes the same as the input resolution. Despite our efforts to provide full and correct Nokia N8 specifications, there is always a possibility of admitting a mistake. The level of pixel oversampling is highest when zoom is not used. Forgot Password.

Test 3: Bright sunlight, static subject, PureView zoom allowed take 2 But let's prove that last test shot wasn't a fluke. Digital Photography Review. Contrast ratio: 2. Is it worth upgrading if you already own an N8? Design Size comparison. Touch-screen Symbian phones. Lumia Conversations UK. It also includes Dolby Digital Plus software to provide 5. The Nokia has a

The lens consists of only 1 group with molded elements, which gives a highly stable, precise mechanical alignment. Stunningly clear Xenon flash example - plus cute cat for Rafe to admire! But because only the centre of the optics is used, the best optical performance is achieved — including low distortion, no vignetting and highest levels of resolved detail. The Verge. Did a quick check and found that my had loads and loans of Chinese social apps installed, as well as the MB Asphalt Adrenaline 6. Wikimedia Commons. Technical Image Press Association. Cancel Confirm. One shocking thing was that when I got the phone home and started downloading the new Maps Suite I got a 'low memory' warning. The at first sight poor crop from the N8 looks surprising, but remember that we're cropping in a lot here, i.

Which is a resounding result for all concerned. Lumia Conversations. Video Formats: 3GP, H. OK, so not so much of a fight, since there can only be one winner, but I did think you'd be interested in some direct comparisons between shots grabbed in sometimes light-challenged conditions on the N8, still the best camera-toting smartphone in much of the world, and identically-taken shots from the PureView, available for over a week now in parts of the world. On 24 January , Nokia officially confirmed the Pureview to be the last Symbian smartphone. Test 6: Indoors, no flash allowed Let's take the Xenon flash strength out of the equation. Practically Unlimited. Nokia N8 - user opinions and reviews P. Date approved - Shows the date when the particular phone is approved by the Federal Communications Commission. Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting:.

And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom:. DxOMark Mobile. Archived from the original on 29 July The Nokia has a Description Nokia N8 does make for one compelling device with its 3. Note that in all N8 comparisons below, it was in default '9MP ' mode, to match the default aspect ratio of the PureView. Let's find out. Verdict Although the above detailed comparison makes the Nokia N8 camera look rather weak, remember that everything's relative.

Here's the Nokia 's photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size PureView 5MP version: And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. RAM - This is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. Let's start with a situation where the won't be pushed at all. I like it! With no Xenon flash available, even the 's version of the box set red has started to slip, plus there are now some blotchy artefacts even on this PureView shot. The examples below, plus some of the anecdotal useage comments, come in conjunction with AAS guest writer Mark Wilkinson, working in China. Let's find out. Depending on the aspect ratio chosen by the user, the sensor will use either x pixels Asha Asha Asha Asha Asha

Here's the Nokia 's photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size PureView 5MP version: And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. But how much better is it? Powered By. Xenon Flash. Video Formats: 3GP, H. Namespaces Article Talk. DxOMark Mobile. Focal length - The lower shorter the focal length number, the wider the shot will be.

But onto the main content of this feature. The gallery view on the only shows in portrait mode, whereas the N8 goes to landscape when you rotate the phone. Test 1: Bright sunlight, unambitious subject Let's start with a situation where the won't be pushed at all. Test 5: Indoors, Xenon flash allowed Some natural light as well, but close enough that the phone Xenon flash can be usefully employed. Forgot Password. The PureView employs Dolby Headphone software to transform stereo content to surround via a 3. Sponsored: In the store. Archived from the original on 15 May Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch.

Pixel size is 1. Noise I only had 10Mb left and was left mid-install. A neutral density filter with approximately ND8 3 f-stops is employed for shooting in high light levels where normally a smaller aperture would be set. Test 5: Indoors, Xenon flash allowed Some natural light as well, but close enough that the phone Xenon flash can be usefully employed. It completely covers the speaker grille but the sound is, surprisingly, still alright. Home Nokia Phones Nokia N8. But the N8 shot, without the benefit of the pixel oversampling, is much worse, now fully orange and with many artefacts. OnePlus Nord review.

I like it! On 24 January , Nokia officially confirmed the Pureview to be the last Symbian smartphone. Nokia N8 - user opinions and reviews P. The PureView Pro sensor integrates a special video processor that handles pixel scaling at up to 1 billion pixels per second [20] before sending the required number to the main image processor. I do use it time and time again for nostalgia and heck I really love it! Nokia 3-digit series. Namespaces Article Talk. Resend confirmation email.

Wi-Fi But onto the main content of this feature. Nokia Nokia Nokia Nokia 3-digit series. Powered By. Video Formats: 3GP, H. The case is made of a grippy, stealth-like plastic. This increases unwanted reflections as well as overall tolerances and therefore decreases sharpness. The PureView employs Dolby Headphone software to transform stereo content to surround via a 3. Sponsored: In the store.

Digital Photography Review. However, battery capacity is not the only factor that has an effect on battery life. Test 2: Bright sunlight, static subject, PureView zoom allowed What's the point in having that PureView zoom technology if you don't use it, though? I do use it time and time again for nostalgia and heck I really love it! Considerable movable focus-range lens groups need a minimum of one additional adaptive lens element in both the moved group and the stationary group, increasing the number of elements by at least two. Lumia Conversations. Hidden categories: All articles with dead external links Articles with dead external links from April Articles with permanently dead external links. These limits are given in terms of a unit referred to as the Specific Absorption Rate SAR , which is a measure of the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body when using a mobile phone. Hopefully buyers in other countries won't have this bloatware issue. Practically Unlimited.

Did a quick check and found that my had loads and loans of Chinese social apps installed, as well as the MB Asphalt Adrenaline 6. Is it worth upgrading if you already own an N8? Test 5: Indoors, Xenon flash allowed Some natural light as well, but close enough that the phone Xenon flash can be usefully employed. DxO Labs. And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom:. The image processor highly reduces external processing needs and data rates as well as image noise see noise shaping. Trying out a pure Xenon flash shot in ultra-macro circumstances. Touch-screen Symbian phones. Not to be confused with Nokia 9 PureView. X Nokia PureView.

It completely covers the speaker grille but the sound is, surprisingly, still alright. Softpedia News. Asha Asha Asha Asha Asha Views Read Edit View history. The limit of the zoom is reached when the selected output resolution becomes the same as the input resolution. Considerable movable focus-range lens groups need a minimum of one additional adaptive lens element in both the moved group and the stationary group, increasing the number of elements by at least two. And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. However, battery capacity is not the only factor that has an effect on battery life.

PureView Pro features continuous autofocus in all shooting modes, close-up Macro focus, face detection , touch focus with easy manually selected focus point and hyperfocal distance focus for defined depth of field, for extreme focus speed or when reliably achieving focus is not possible. Cancel Confirm. Pretty good - and remember this was without any Xenon flash. Although the above detailed comparison makes the Nokia N8 camera look rather weak, remember that everything's relative. A neutral density filter with approximately ND8 3 f-stops is employed for shooting in high light levels where normally a smaller aperture would be set. Powered By. Not to be confused with Nokia 9 PureView. Lumia Conversations UK. Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting: Good news!

Camera PhoneArena Score Read review. The lens cap needs to be firmly pressed all round to click home, but even then, it can fall off from time to time as it goes in and out of your pocket. DxO Labs. PureView imaging technology delivers high image quality, lossless zoom and improved low light performance see below. Forgot Password. Let's start with a situation where the won't be pushed at all. Lumia Conversations.

OnePlus Nord review. Test 3: Bright sunlight, static subject, PureView zoom allowed take 2 But let's prove that last test shot wasn't a fluke. The two microphones, located at the top and the bottom enable ambient stereo recording. The start up time of the camera is much faster than the N8 - and the shooting time is much quicker, too. It completely covers the speaker grille but the sound is, surprisingly, still alright. Lumia Description Nokia N8 does make for one compelling device with its 3. Hopefully buyers in other countries won't have this bloatware issue. Watch this space for our own Nokia PureView review coverage when retail units finally hit the UK.

All About Symbian. Read all opinions Post your opinion. But because only the centre of the optics is used, the best optical performance is achieved — including low distortion, no vignetting and highest levels of resolved detail. Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch. Look at the detail on the glass! X Nokia PureView. After all, the claims to be able to zoom, but the N8 not so much, so this was introducing an extra element of bias into test shots whcih were looking at flash and low light performance specifically. The N8 shutter noise is also much louder than the 's.

Lumia Conversations UK. And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom:. Screen-to-body - Shows what approximate part of the frontal area of a phone its screen occupies. Nokia -branded mobile devices. Home Nokia Phones Nokia N8. And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom: Wow. Stunningly clear Xenon flash example - plus cute cat for Rafe to admire! All of a sudden the N8 is made is look utterly ordinary. Test 2: Bright sunlight, static subject, PureView zoom allowed What's the point in having that PureView zoom technology if you don't use it, though? Technical Image Press Association.

The lens cap needs to be firmly pressed all round to click home, but even then, it can fall off from time to time as it goes in and out of your pocket. Not new ones just the old ones. However, battery capacity is not the only factor that has an effect on battery life. This also means that at full digital zoom, the noise reduction achieved by oversampling pixel binning is lost as no oversampling happens at full zoom. And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. The gallery view on the only shows in portrait mode, whereas the N8 goes to landscape when you rotate the phone. Which is a resounding result for all concerned. MIDP 2. Another way would be to use the full sensor resolution, of course, in the somewhat geeky 'Creative' mode.

Design Size comparison. The case is made of a grippy, stealth-like plastic. Pixel size is 1. This increases unwanted reflections as well as overall tolerances and therefore decreases sharpness. With no Xenon flash available, even the 's version of the box set red has started to slip, plus there are now some blotchy artefacts even on this PureView shot. Hidden categories: All articles with dead external links Articles with dead external links from April Articles with permanently dead external links. Archived from the original on 15 May The lens cap needs to be firmly pressed all round to click home, but even then, it can fall off from time to time as it goes in and out of your pocket. Nokia -branded mobile devices. The gallery view on the only shows in portrait mode, whereas the N8 goes to landscape when you rotate the phone.

After all, the claims to be able to zoom, but the N8 not so much, so this was introducing an extra element of bias into test shots whcih were looking at flash and low light performance specifically. Your E-mail:. The Verge. Archived from the original on Powered By. Help Community portal Recent changes Upload file. Test 3: Bright sunlight, static subject, PureView zoom allowed take 2 But let's prove that last test shot wasn't a fluke. The examples below, plus some of the anecdotal useage comments, come in conjunction with AAS guest writer Mark Wilkinson, working in China. The large sensor enables pixel oversampling, which means the combination of many sensor pixels into one image pixel. In each case, click through for the full version:.

Watch this space for our own Nokia PureView review coverage when retail units finally hit the UK. All of a sudden the N8 is made is look utterly ordinary. Asha Asha Asha Asha Asha Look at the detail on the glass! Here's the Nokia 's photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size PureView 5MP version: And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. With no Xenon flash available, even the 's version of the box set red has started to slip, plus there are now some blotchy artefacts even on this PureView shot. Your E-mail:. Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch.

Note that in all N8 comparisons below, it was in default '9MP ' mode, to match the default aspect ratio of the PureView. Trying out a pure Xenon flash shot in ultra-macro circumstances. GPU - The graphics processor is important for the smooth operation of the system and especially in games and other applications that may involve complex graphics and animations. But because only the centre of the optics is used, the best optical performance is achieved — including low distortion, no vignetting and highest levels of resolved detail. The limit of the zoom is reached when the selected output resolution becomes the same as the input resolution. The PureView Pro sensor integrates a special video processor that handles pixel scaling at up to 1 billion pixels per second [20] before sending the required number to the main image processor. Archived from the original on Despite our efforts to provide full and correct Nokia N8 specifications, there is always a possibility of admitting a mistake. Those include the chipset in use, the software running on the device, as well as the consumer's unique usage pattern.

Location - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. Nokia Developer. On 24 January , Nokia officially confirmed the Pureview to be the last Symbian smartphone. Nokia 3-digit series. The N8 shutter noise is also much louder than the 's. Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting:. Some natural light as well, but close enough that the phone Xenon flash can be usefully employed. Here's the Nokia 's photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size PureView 5MP version: Pretty good - and remember this was without any Xenon flash.

Lumia Conversations. Another way would be to use the full sensor resolution, of course, in the somewhat geeky 'Creative' mode. Help Community portal Recent changes Upload file. These limits are given in terms of a unit referred to as the Specific Absorption Rate SAR , which is a measure of the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body when using a mobile phone. List of Nokia products Nokia phone series Microsoft hardware. Just a bit muffled in the high frequencies. The examples below, plus some of the anecdotal useage comments, come in conjunction with AAS guest writer Mark Wilkinson, working in China. I removed a load of this bloatware and was rewarded with an incomplete Maps install. Both text and photos aren't now anywhere as clear as in the lower resolution PureView shot. Contrast ratio: 2.

The two microphones, located at the top and the bottom enable ambient stereo recording. Hugely impressive. User Score Read review. Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting:. Here's the Nokia 's PureView-zoomed in photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size 5MP version: And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom: Again, the difference is clear. The examples below, plus some of the anecdotal useage comments, come in conjunction with AAS guest writer Mark Wilkinson, working in China. GPU - The graphics processor is important for the smooth operation of the system and especially in games and other applications that may involve complex graphics and animations. Again, the difference is clear.

After all, the claims to be able to zoom, but the N8 not so much, so this was introducing an extra element of bias into test shots whcih were looking at flash and low light performance specifically. Test 1: Bright sunlight, unambitious subject Let's start with a situation where the won't be pushed at all. Not to be confused with Nokia 9 PureView. Nokia Connects. With no Xenon flash available, even the 's version of the box set red has started to slip, plus there are now some blotchy artefacts even on this PureView shot. Let's find out. Hugely impressive. Practically Unlimited.

The average user will take snaps with default settings, will enjoy zooming in and out, under all light conditions, and will - simply - get better photos every single time. Cancel Confirm. Trying out a pure Xenon flash shot in ultra-macro circumstances. Nokia Developer. Noise Slightly annoying, but I'm sure that will be sorted out in a firmware update. Design Size comparison. The gallery view on the only shows in portrait mode, whereas the N8 goes to landscape when you rotate the phone. The two microphones, located at the top and the bottom enable ambient stereo recording. RAM - This is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps.

Conversely, longer focal length cameras produce narrower frames, which can be used for telephoto zoomed-in purposes. Phones Review. Touch-screen Symbian phones. Vox Media. MIDP 2. Here's the Nokia 's photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size PureView 5MP version: And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. Cancel Confirm. First impressions are very favourable - the feels like a super N8 on steroids. The lens cap needs to be firmly pressed all round to click home, but even then, it can fall off from time to time as it goes in and out of your pocket. PDNRM link.

Some natural light as well, but close enough that the phone Xenon flash can be usefully employed. Lumia Conversations UK. Despite our efforts to provide full and correct Nokia N8 specifications, there is always a possibility of admitting a mistake. PDNRM link. I removed a load of this bloatware and was rewarded with an incomplete Maps install. Focal length - The lower shorter the focal length number, the wider the shot will be. Just a bit muffled in the high frequencies. I do use it time and time again for nostalgia and heck I really love it!

The case is made of a grippy, stealth-like plastic. Although the above detailed comparison makes the Nokia N8 camera look rather weak, remember that everything's relative. I like it! Pretty good - and remember this was without any Xenon flash. PhoneArena Score Read review. Comparison Criteria Summary special features general multimedia performance design display storage camera battery network connectivity. Capacity - The bigger, the better! Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting:.

These limits are given in terms of a unit referred to as the Specific Absorption Rate SAR , which is a measure of the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body when using a mobile phone. The PureView can capture sounds at the loudness level of up to decibels without distortion. So the zoom always provides the true image resolution the user wants. The two microphones, located at the top and the bottom enable ambient stereo recording. A dramatic difference already. I removed a load of this bloatware and was rewarded with an incomplete Maps install. Cancel Confirm. Phones Review.

Test 3: Bright sunlight, static subject, PureView zoom allowed take 2 But let's prove that last test shot wasn't a fluke. Another way would be to use the full sensor resolution, of course, in the somewhat geeky 'Creative' mode. I like it! It gradually decreases until the maximum zoom is hit, where there is no oversampling. Every wireless phone device that is sold in the U. Although the above detailed comparison makes the Nokia N8 camera look rather weak, remember that everything's relative. Home Nokia Phones Nokia N8. When I told the Nokia flagship store about it they said it's true that the did indeed have a 'relatively small internal memory' - don't they train these people?! Views Read Edit View history.

Powered By. And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom: Wow. List of Nokia products Nokia phone series Microsoft hardware. In both video and stills, this technique provides greater zoom levels as the output picture size reduces. The image processor highly reduces external processing needs and data rates as well as image noise see noise shaping. The gallery view on the only shows in portrait mode, whereas the N8 goes to landscape when you rotate the phone. MIDP 2. Note that in all N8 comparisons below, it was in default '9MP ' mode, to match the default aspect ratio of the PureView. Read all opinions Post your opinion.

That means once the area of the sensor reaches x, the zoom limit is reached. One shocking thing was that when I got the phone home and started downloading the new Maps Suite I got a 'low memory' warning. The lens consists of only 1 group with molded elements, which gives a highly stable, precise mechanical alignment. OnePlus Nord review. Focal length - The lower shorter the focal length number, the wider the shot will be. Up to 32 GB. Video Formats: 3GP, H. Stunningly clear Xenon flash example - plus cute cat for Rafe to admire!

Hopefully buyers in other countries won't have this bloatware issue. It gradually decreases until the maximum zoom is hit, where there is no oversampling. Did a quick check and found that my had loads and loans of Chinese social apps installed, as well as the MB Asphalt Adrenaline 6. RAM - This is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. Xenon Flash. Not such a downer! The high— refractive index , low- dispersion glass additionally helps reduce chromatic aberrations. Stunningly clear Xenon flash example - plus cute cat for Rafe to admire! The 's sensor was the largest over 4 times larger than typical compact cameras sensor ever to be used in a cameraphone at the time of its launch, a record previously held by Nokia's N8 [8] and, as of September , by the Panasonic Lumix CM1.

Namespaces Article Talk. In each case, click through for the full version: Stunningly clear Xenon flash example - plus cute cat for Rafe to admire! Perhaps slightly louder at the earpiece than with the N8. Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch. Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting: Good news! It gradually decreases until the maximum zoom is hit, where there is no oversampling. Thanks to Mark Wilkinson for all the hard work taking the photos, I think we've proved fairly dramatically that Nokia's PureView technology in the Symbian-powered is definitely not a gimmick. Test 1: Bright sunlight, unambitious subject Let's start with a situation where the won't be pushed at all.

Look at the detail on the glass! Wi-Fi Resend confirmation email. Capacity - The bigger, the better! Despite our efforts to provide full and correct Nokia N8 specifications, there is always a possibility of admitting a mistake. Digital Photography Review. The PureView can capture sounds at the loudness level of up to decibels without distortion. Archived from the original on 15 May When I told the Nokia flagship store about it they said it's true that the did indeed have a 'relatively small internal memory' - don't they train these people?!

That means once the area of the sensor reaches x, the zoom limit is reached. OK, so not so much of a fight, since there can only be one winner, but I did think you'd be interested in some direct comparisons between shots grabbed in sometimes light-challenged conditions on the N8, still the best camera-toting smartphone in much of the world, and identically-taken shots from the PureView, available for over a week now in parts of the world. The average user will take snaps with default settings, will enjoy zooming in and out, under all light conditions, and will - simply - get better photos every single time. The examples below, plus some of the anecdotal useage comments, come in conjunction with AAS guest writer Mark Wilkinson, working in China. Which is a resounding result for all concerned. Just a bit muffled in the high frequencies. Asha Asha Asha Asha Asha PhoneArena Score Read review. Focal length - The lower shorter the focal length number, the wider the shot will be.

OnePlus Nord review. Although the above detailed comparison makes the Nokia N8 camera look rather weak, remember that everything's relative. In each case, click through for the full version: Stunningly clear Xenon flash example - plus cute cat for Rafe to admire! On 24 January , Nokia officially confirmed the Pureview to be the last Symbian smartphone. First impressions are very favourable - the feels like a super N8 on steroids. User Score Read review. Practically Unlimited. Noise Here's the Nokia 's photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size PureView 5MP version: Pretty good - and remember this was without any Xenon flash.

Did a quick check and found that my had loads and loans of Chinese social apps installed, as well as the MB Asphalt Adrenaline 6. So the zoom always provides the true image resolution the user wants. Lumia Description Nokia N8 does make for one compelling device with its 3. With no Xenon flash available, even the 's version of the box set red has started to slip, plus there are now some blotchy artefacts even on this PureView shot. Powered By. Technical Image Press Association. Hugely impressive. That means once the area of the sensor reaches x, the zoom limit is reached.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. In fact, its default 5 megapixel mode will probably be bettered by the detail brought out by the slightly higher resolution being used on the N8. Despite our efforts to provide full and correct Nokia N8 specifications, there is always a possibility of admitting a mistake. Noise One shocking thing was that when I got the phone home and started downloading the new Maps Suite I got a 'low memory' warning. A dramatic difference already. Forgot Password. All About Symbian. Description Nokia N8 does make for one compelling device with its 3.

Forgot Password. Softpedia News. Here's the Nokia 's photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size PureView 5MP version: And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. Considerable movable focus-range lens groups need a minimum of one additional adaptive lens element in both the moved group and the stationary group, increasing the number of elements by at least two. What's the point in having that PureView zoom technology if you don't use it, though? Verdict Although the above detailed comparison makes the Nokia N8 camera look rather weak, remember that everything's relative. User Rating. Location - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting: Good news!

Nokia -branded mobile devices. Not such a downer! RAM - This is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. Test 6: Indoors, no flash allowed Let's take the Xenon flash strength out of the equation. Screen-to-body - Shows what approximate part of the frontal area of a phone its screen occupies. But because only the centre of the optics is used, the best optical performance is achieved — including low distortion, no vignetting and highest levels of resolved detail. Which is a resounding result for all concerned. GPU - The graphics processor is important for the smooth operation of the system and especially in games and other applications that may involve complex graphics and animations. But onto the main content of this feature.

Read all opinions Post your opinion. Location - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. And now Nokia claim the PureView takes smartphone photography to a whole new level. Wikimedia Commons. A dramatic difference already. But because only the centre of the optics is used, the best optical performance is achieved — including low distortion, no vignetting and highest levels of resolved detail. The lens cap needs to be firmly pressed all round to click home, but even then, it can fall off from time to time as it goes in and out of your pocket. The Nokia has a Test 5: Indoors, Xenon flash allowed Some natural light as well, but close enough that the phone Xenon flash can be usefully employed. In fact, its default 5 megapixel mode will probably be bettered by the detail brought out by the slightly higher resolution being used on the N8.

Let's take the Xenon flash strength out of the equation. Archived from the original on The N8 shutter noise is also much louder than the 's. And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. GPU - The graphics processor is important for the smooth operation of the system and especially in games and other applications that may involve complex graphics and animations. Read all opinions Post your opinion. After all, the claims to be able to zoom, but the N8 not so much, so this was introducing an extra element of bias into test shots whcih were looking at flash and low light performance specifically. Trying out a pure Xenon flash shot in ultra-macro circumstances. Thanks to Mark Wilkinson for all the hard work taking the photos, I think we've proved fairly dramatically that Nokia's PureView technology in the Symbian-powered is definitely not a gimmick. Lumia Conversations.

When I told the Nokia flagship store about it they said it's true that the did indeed have a 'relatively small internal memory' - don't they train these people?! But let's prove that last test shot wasn't a fluke. The output from the sensor is processed using the on- chip image processor , resulting in a lower-resolution image with pixel oversampling, lossless digital zoom, or a combination of both. Vox Media. It is the first smartphone to feature Nokia's PureView Pro technology, a pixel oversampling technique that reduces an image taken at full resolution into a lower resolution picture, thus achieving higher definition and light sensitivity, and enables lossless zoom. Capacity - The bigger, the better! First impressions are very favourable - the feels like a super N8 on steroids. Read all opinions Post your opinion.

But how much better is it? So take a similar static subject in sunlight, but this time let the PureView zoom work its magic, zooming in on the graffiti on the wall. Nokia Connects. Location - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. Not to be confused with Nokia 9 PureView. Despite our efforts to provide full and correct Nokia N8 specifications, there is always a possibility of admitting a mistake. And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom: Wow. The high— refractive index , low- dispersion glass additionally helps reduce chromatic aberrations. GPU - The graphics processor is important for the smooth operation of the system and especially in games and other applications that may involve complex graphics and animations. Download as PDF Printable version.

Processor - This is the main computing component of a phone and is a major factor when it comes to the overall speed of the device. Is it worth upgrading if you already own an N8? Camera So take a similar static subject in sunlight, but this time let the PureView zoom work its magic, zooming in on the graffiti on the wall. Archived from the original on 15 May Nokia Nokia Nokia All of a sudden the N8 is made is look utterly ordinary. Namespaces Article Talk. The image processor highly reduces external processing needs and data rates as well as image noise see noise shaping. The PureView employs Dolby Headphone software to transform stereo content to surround via a 3.

However, battery capacity is not the only factor that has an effect on battery life. The high— refractive index , low- dispersion glass additionally helps reduce chromatic aberrations. DxOMark Mobile. The 's sensor was the largest over 4 times larger than typical compact cameras sensor ever to be used in a cameraphone at the time of its launch, a record previously held by Nokia's N8 [8] and, as of September , by the Panasonic Lumix CM1. Which is a resounding result for all concerned. The has a mechanical shutter with short shutter lag [20] and ND8 3 f-stops neutral density filter. A dramatic difference already. Test 1: Bright sunlight, unambitious subject Let's start with a situation where the won't be pushed at all. Watch this space for our own Nokia PureView review coverage when retail units finally hit the UK. Sponsored: In the store.

The Verge. The at first sight poor crop from the N8 looks surprising, but remember that we're cropping in a lot here, i. Not new ones just the old ones. The output from the sensor is processed using the on- chip image processor , resulting in a lower-resolution image with pixel oversampling, lossless digital zoom, or a combination of both. Despite our efforts to provide full and correct Nokia N8 specifications, there is always a possibility of admitting a mistake. Watch this space for our own Nokia PureView review coverage when retail units finally hit the UK. Sponsored: In the store. PureView imaging technology delivers high image quality, lossless zoom and improved low light performance see below. MIDP 2.

So the zoom always provides the true image resolution the user wants. Home Nokia Phones Nokia N8. When I told the Nokia flagship store about it they said it's true that the did indeed have a 'relatively small internal memory' - don't they train these people?! And now Nokia claim the PureView takes smartphone photography to a whole new level. Conversely, longer focal length cameras produce narrower frames, which can be used for telephoto zoomed-in purposes. One shocking thing was that when I got the phone home and started downloading the new Maps Suite I got a 'low memory' warning. The start up time of the camera is much faster than the N8 - and the shooting time is much quicker, too. Test 3: Bright sunlight, static subject, PureView zoom allowed take 2 But let's prove that last test shot wasn't a fluke.

And, having shot exactly the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each text always makes for an excellent comparison point, since our eyes are readily accustomed to spotting how clear letters are, e. Stunningly clear Xenon flash example - plus cute cat for Rafe to admire! Wikimedia Commons. The lens consists of only 1 group with molded elements, which gives a highly stable, precise mechanical alignment. The average user will take snaps with default settings, will enjoy zooming in and out, under all light conditions, and will - simply - get better photos every single time. All About Symbian. List of Nokia products Nokia phone series Microsoft hardware. Before heading into the main photo analysis, Mark did have quite a few observations of the , which you may find interesting: Good news!

PhoneArena Score Read review. Xenon Flash. Trying out a pure Xenon flash shot in ultra-macro circumstances. Archived from the original on 15 May List of Nokia products Nokia phone series Microsoft hardware. The lens consists of only 1 group with molded elements, which gives a highly stable, precise mechanical alignment. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Another way would be to use the full sensor resolution, of course, in the somewhat geeky 'Creative' mode. Hopefully buyers in other countries won't have this bloatware issue.

And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom:. Popular Photography. Nokia Connects. Namespaces Article Talk. Download as PDF Printable version. Sponsored: In the store. But how much better is it? Here's the Nokia 's PureView-zoomed in photo, click it to enlarge or download the full size 5MP version: And, having shot the same scene on the N8 as well, here's the central portion of the image from each, on top, N8 on the bottom: Again, the difference is clear.