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Competing in the smartphone market, we evaluate the camera capabilities of the Pixel 10 Pro, potentially even in locations where pop icon Taylor Swift may exchange vows

Evaluating the photographic capabilities of Google's Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro versus other Android smartphones.

Will the Pixel 10 Pro stand its ground against rivals? We put its camera to the test, specifically...
Will the Pixel 10 Pro stand its ground against rivals? We put its camera to the test, specifically in locations potentially chosen for Taylor Swift's wedding shoot.

Competing in the smartphone market, we evaluate the camera capabilities of the Pixel 10 Pro, potentially even in locations where pop icon Taylor Swift may exchange vows

The latest addition to the smartphone market, the Google Pixel 10 Pro series, has been making waves with its impressive camera capabilities. Let's delve into a comparative analysis of the Pixel 10 Pro, OnePlus 13, and other flagship phones, focusing on their camera performance.

In the realm of ultrawide photography, the Pixel 10 Pro takes the lead, with its 48MP 1/2.55-inch ultrawide camera offering a 123-degree field of view. The Pixel 10 Pro XL, with similar camera hardware, follows suit, delivering a strong performance. The OnePlus 13, while excelling in ultrawide performance among the phones tested, doesn't quite match the Pixel 10 Pro's performance in macro shots.

The primary camera on the Pixel 10 Pro is another highlight, particularly in handling complex structures, even at night, with minimal noise. The Pixel 10, on the other hand, performs well, but its primary camera doesn't quite match the edge-to-edge performance of the Pro model.

Portrait mode has seen significant improvement on the Pixel 10 Pro compared to previous models. The artificial blurring around the subject is less, resulting in more natural-looking images. Google has also worked on improving camera portraits for non-human subjects on the Pixel 10 Pro series.

The front cameras of the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL boast 42MP sensors, offering a 103-degree field of view, while the Pixel 10's front camera is slightly less powerful, with a 10.5MP sensor and a 95-degree field of view.

The Pixel 10 Pro series also features an upgraded Pro Res Zoom, allowing users to zoom up to 100x with the camera. However, results are mixed, with phones like the OnePlus 13, Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Honor Magic 7 Pro often outperforming the Pixel 10 Pro in certain samples.

In motion tests, the Honor Magic 7 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro series have shown impressive results, with the OnePlus 13 and Galaxy S25 Ultra lagging behind. Interestingly, the Pixel 10 Pro's shots are generally preferred for subjects other than humans, while the OnePlus 13's shots are preferred for human subjects.

It's worth noting that the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL share identical camera hardware. The resolution of the wide and ultrawide sensors on the Pixel 10 is downgraded compared to the Pixel 9, but the photo quality hasn't degraded significantly.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, on the other hand, has the best edge detection among the phones tested. The OnePlus 13 often takes second place in edge detection, but has areas for improvement, particularly with non-human subjects.

Besides the Honor Magic 7 Pro, the Honor Magic V5 and the Motorola Edge 60 Pro have also achieved top results in various tests. The Honor Magic V5, with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, is noted for its near-perfect foldable smartphone performance. The Motorola Edge 60 Pro stands out among mid-range smartphones for its overall package and battery life.

In conclusion, the Pixel 10 Pro series offers a strong performance across various camera aspects, particularly in ultrawide shots and portrait mode. However, it faces competition from other flagship phones like the OnePlus 13, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Honor Magic 7 Pro, Honor Magic V5, and Motorola Edge 60 Pro. Each phone has its strengths and weaknesses, providing consumers with a variety of options to choose from based on their specific needs.

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