If there is something that has caught the attention of the new Huawei P9 presented in London is the dual camera that it offers. Well, some have been published photos carried out with the terminal we are talking about and, therefore, it is possible to know the quality it offers in this area in which the collaboration of Leica.
The curiosity to know what he is capable of Huawei P9 with their two 12 megapixel Sony sensors (one of them dedicated to the section monochromeIt's large. Furthermore, it's also important to remember that the device's camera uses a... laser accessory to improve focus within a system Hybrid Focus It combines laser, contrast detection, and depth calculation, so expectations are really high.
Before providing the photographs, although one of them is included after this paragraph, it's worth discussing a bit more about the hardware included in the Huawei P9. For example, the pixel size is... 1,25 microns, therefore it offers a good size and its performance in low light has to be goodIn addition, it includes aperture f / 2.2 with optics equivalent to 27 mm or with a hybrid autofocus which provides speed and accuracy. The absence of optical stabilization (OIS) This is compensated for with electronic stabilization and very thorough processing.
How the Huawei P9's Leica dual camera works
The P9 uses two 12 MP sensors that work simultaneously: one RGB specialized in color and other monochrome which captures more light and detail by not using a Bayer filter. The final image merges the information from both to offer more detail, less noise and a better depthespecially useful in complex, low-light scenes. Leica contributes its expertise with three movie modes calibrated (Standard, Vivid Colors and Soft Colors) that reproduce the classic color and style of the brand.
Beyond automatic mode, the Camera app integrates a professional mode with ISO control, shutter speed, white balance, manual focus and saving in RAW (DNG). The Monochrome mode It's not just a simple filter: it takes advantage of the dedicated sensor to generate black and white photographs with a very rich gradation of grays and high dynamic range.
Another key point is the effect bokeh through the mode of wide openingwhich allows adjusting a simulated aperture of up to f / 0.95. It can change focus point You can then adjust the blur intensity for portraits and close-up objects. Because it's software-based, the result can look somewhat artificial in certain areas, but when used well, it produces very creative images.
The photographs taken with the Huawei P9
One detail to comment on is that the application Camera integrated into the new terminal also has the collaboration of Leica (it has even been simulated) shutter sound (of their cameras). This has the effect that, for example, a professional mode is included in which you can adjust several sections, such as the white balance, the ISO sensitivity and, also, the firing speedFurthermore, the interface allows for separate focus point and metering, and offers panoramic very decisive.
Then we leave the pictures that have been published so that you can judge for yourself the quality they offer:
Additionally, we left a video which shows how the camera application works, as recorded live by our colleagues from another blog:
Pro, RAW and monochrome modes: quality and creativity
Pro mode exposes accurately and tends towards a slight underexposure that preserves highlights. Shoot in RAW It allows you to recover shadows and adjust contrast when the default processing is somewhat flawed. intense through sensor fusion. In monochrome, it is obtained less noise and greater sharpness than applying a filter to a color photo, making it an ideal resource for portraits, architecture, and night scenes.
Low-light performance, panoramas, and video
In low light, the P9 delivers solid results thanks to the monochrome sensor and the Hybrid FocusHowever, the f/2.2 aperture and the lack of OIS are limitations compared to faster cameras. Nocturno allows exposures of up to 30 seconds (Tripod recommended), with a preview of the light accumulation to pause when the result is optimal. panoramic They stand out for the cleanliness of the joints and their large size, easily exceeding 20 MP effective.
In the video, the device records 1080p is 60 fps with good electronic stability and clear stereo sound. It also offers slow motion at 120 fps in 720p. It does not have 4K recording, but 1080p/60 offers fluency and sufficient detail for most uses, provided the light is adequate.
Front camera and user experience
The front camera is 8 SM with wide-angle aperture and beauty mode Configurable (moderation is advisable to preserve the skin's texture). Indoors, it performs well when placed against the wall. screen lightingThe app is fast, with gestures To access modes, Leica iconography and a short learning curve: Auto mode is reliable and Pro is just a touch away.
The truth is that I personally believe that the quality is very goodwith quite respectable definition and no noticeable noise in low light. Thus, expectations are met with good dynamic range and more than acceptable color saturation. bokeh It adds a creative touch, the panoramic and the Night Mode They are very well done and the monochrome It sets it apart from its rivals. What do you think of what the Huawei P9 offers?
