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@MarkSweeting_ 3 сағат бұрын
Id like to see how you do your edit/post preset colour. Liking your vids tks
@UpsideLens 2 сағат бұрын
Thank you really appreciate the kind words 😌 I made a video a few months back specifically about my editing process of the raw files go check it out 👍
@justanothernoobe 10 сағат бұрын
Nice vid - thanks for taking the time to post this. Totally agree that the 3.5mm and USB plugs are a great idea ... just buy LOTS because they're easily lost ... but great peace of mind. Does the magnetic lens kit interfere with the NFC sensor?
@UpsideLens 10 сағат бұрын
I'll be honest I did not try if it does interfere but this was just a solution for when taking photos, I would just remove the case afterwards and put my normal Sony one on 👍
@ed-schramm Күн бұрын
the best portrait mode on any phone, the color science is unmatched.
@thesololady Күн бұрын
How is the battery life of the kit itself while on standby? I guess it would be a hassle clipping it on and off throughout the day
@UpsideLens Күн бұрын
The battery grip doesn't fast charge so to be honest it's best to keep it on an forget about it or use a powerful power bank . The capacity is not that big and you'd be hard pressed to get half a charge with it on. I haven't tried it scientifically but I'd say about 30/40% ?
@HomiRuimm Күн бұрын
Would you recommend the S24 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14 Ultra? My biggest concern is the thermals, i saw that the leather versions heats too much when doing intensive tasks like 4K video recording and gaming, so should i get the Blue Ceramic version of 14U?
@UpsideLens Күн бұрын
From a photography point of view I couldn't recommend the S24U, small sensors, over the top processing and I'm just not a fan of their colour science. In terms of the Xiaomi 14 ultra heating up, the only time I can honestly it was hot to the touch was when I was charging it at the full 90W as I was in a rush and needed the super fast charge. Other than that, when recording video with it it gets warm at most and I don't have e that ceramic one. Hope that helps
@HomiRuimm Күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens Thanks a lot, i was a bit undecided because people recommended the S24U for cameras and overall, over the 14U, but now i'm sure i'll get the 14U
@UpsideLens Күн бұрын
@HomiRuimm really ? Any photographer out there would never choose the S24U over the Xiaomi ! That would be foolish ! I mean the Xiaomi's sensors are way larger than the Samsung's ancient ones ! The optics are much better on the Xiaomi, it's 75mm telephoto doesn't use a periscope which allows for some ridiculously good bokeh ! The macro abilities are bonkers too ! The Xiaomi is also much better supported when it comes to third party apps like mcpro24fps and motion cam which allows you to record real RAW video which crushes even iPhones pro Res ! The phone to beat in 2024 for photography is the Xiaomi, and any self respecting photographer would never say the Samsung is better in anyway, not unless they were paid to say so !
@DreamCatcher101-6 Күн бұрын
How much of post processing did you do? Cause those pictures are fabulous
@UpsideLens Күн бұрын
Just like I would process any raw file taken with any camera, I start with basic correction, masking and colour grading. I put out a video a while ago about how I edit my photos go check it out 👌
@artemiybzhedugov7034 Күн бұрын
Such an amazing video. I've got a second hand Xperia 1v for around 600$ after watching your videos, and I absolutely love it. Cheers
@UpsideLens Күн бұрын
Thank you so much, yes I had fun with the 1V such a good all rounder overall, I'm sure you'll love it too !
@K22MDL 2 күн бұрын
Great review and I would have ordered one of these straight away if I hadn't seen it compared to the Vivo 100 with a bigger sensor and most of the time - better results. I'm waiting for my Honor Magic V3 to arrive but looking for a better camera orientated phone with the photography kit to replace some of my still cameras. Any comments? Love your presentations on this flagship - thank you!
@UpsideLens 2 күн бұрын
Reviews tell half the story... You see where the X14U shines is the fact it has a dedicated non-periscope zoom lens and unlike the X100U it doesn't require a sensor crop. The resulting photos and especially bokeh are wayyyy ahead of what the X100U can achieve, and that's physics at the end of the day. Bokeh on any periscope lens will look squarish and un-natural. That's the nature of the beast. Also adds to the fa t Xiaomi's compatibility is much better with third party softwares like motion cam and mcpro24fps which allows the Xiaomi to pump out some, if not then best, video footage of ANY mobile phone out there.
@K22MDL 2 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens So in summary, and five months after the 14 Ultra arrived on the scene AND despite the arrival of the Vivo 100 Ultra, you'd still recommend the Xiaomi? Thank you for coming back to me - I'm a subscriber!!
@UpsideLens 2 күн бұрын
@K22MDL i haven't looked at anything that doesn't support Google (aka Huawei Pura) but so far for me and for what I prioritise in a camera phone the Xiaomi is the phone to beat in 2024 ! Awesome 1inch type sensor, amazing 75mm telephoto, outstanding macro, video capabilities just class leading... It just keeps on going. On top of that the photography kit, even though I'm not fond of the grip itself comes with an amazing case that allows to use any 67mm filters.
@K22MDL 2 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens cheers and if I do buy one I'll be following your settings for the device.
@UpsideLens 2 күн бұрын
That's what Im here for 😉 have a good one mate 👍
@techkernels 2 күн бұрын
I totes agree, the 14 ultra has better hardware and its a sony sensor, while sonys own flagship doesnt have it
@bsp5654 3 күн бұрын
neEver thot that this phone camera is this good.
@UpsideLens 3 күн бұрын
It is very good indeed ☺️
@e_man9821 5 күн бұрын
If you like the architecture of London Underground stations, check out the Art Deco stations on the Piccadilly Line (such as Oakwood).
@UpsideLens 5 күн бұрын
Thanks for the tip, lived in London 6 years and never knew about some of those stations along the Piccadilly line 😅
@axaa 5 күн бұрын
Have you try Vivo X100 Pro/Ultra?
@UpsideLens 5 күн бұрын
I briefly played with the X100 but never laid hands on the Ultra. I'm not a mega fan of sensor crop focal lengths due to losing the physical properties of a real focal length. I know Xiaomi may be going that way too in their next 15 Ultra but we'll have to wait and see.
@TheMak1985 6 күн бұрын
Hey, where is this location?
@UpsideLens 6 күн бұрын
The padley Gorge is in the Peak District near Manchester, an absolute beauty !
@TheMak1985 6 күн бұрын
Thanks for replying and keep up the great vlog style of reviews! Am waiting to see if this phone comes on deal to buy it.
@UpsideLens 6 күн бұрын
@TheMak1985 you're very welcome 😁
@kevinlarson9964 6 күн бұрын
Are all of this compatible to xperia VI?
@uiflorin 7 күн бұрын
Sony should have quit the smartphone business long time ago.
@UpsideLens 7 күн бұрын
I personally don't totally agree with that, they make great phones but they seem to be having a bit of an identity crisis right now and they need to find themselves once again. They make absolutely amazing camera sensors that they need to start fitting in their own devices as opposed to selling them on to third parties.
@Marty-s4x 7 күн бұрын
I am currently using the Oppo find x7 ultra which has an amazing camera but as it's imported from China and is on a Chinese rom I'm getting a lot of bugs. I was looking at replacing it with the Sony Xperia 1 VI but looking at it I'm probably better not sadly. Would you recommend the Xiaomi 14 ultra then?
@UpsideLens 7 күн бұрын
To date the X14U is my favourite phone when it comes to photography. The Xperia 1VI has a better battery life due to its low Res screen though. Depends what you're after. If you want the best hardware for photography then the Xiaomi is for you.
@Marty-s4x 7 күн бұрын
Yeah for me the camera/s on a phone are the most important feature as I do a lot of traveling and like to capture my trips. I'd love to see you do a comparison of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra v The Oppo Find X7 Ultra if you ever stumble across one. I owned the s24 ultra before buying the oppo and the X7 Ultra is miles better. Just a shame that due to the rom on it you can't use features like android auto or Google pay etc otherwise I wouldn't even consider swapping.
@UpsideLens 7 күн бұрын
@Marty-s4x yes that's sucks, I only stick to global / European releases due to those issues hence why some Chinese brands like Huawei are not an option for me. The auto / jpg of the Xiaomi is ok but it's true strength is with the manual/raw. Stunning quality throughout 👌
@Marty-s4x 7 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens perfect mate, I think I'll purchase the Xiaomi 14 ultra in the next couple of days. I know you will probably have videos on this already so I will search your channel but do you recommend picking up the camera kit along with the phone?
@UpsideLens 7 күн бұрын
@Marty-s4x I do indeed have a video about the kit... Mixed feelings about it, case and ability to use filters is awesome, grip being a battery as well is awesome... Not being able to half press shutter button to lock focus is beyond dumb ! This is my major gripe with the kit, can't use the grip like you would a normal camera to let's say half press, focus lock and recompose.... No update to this day has fixed this issue !
@bamsemh1 7 күн бұрын
If the 16 ultra will have a f1.8 and f8 aperture sensor, I might consider it. F4 doesn't really give the star effect I love.
@MartinBielkovic 8 күн бұрын
What software do you use and do you have any tutorials for editing
@UpsideLens 8 күн бұрын
Hi I use Lightroom Classic on Mac and yes I have made an hour long video a while back where I go through the entire edit process of some of my raw shots, go check it out 👍 I also have a pack of presets available to make edits quicker if you're interested, link is in the description 👌
@MartinBielkovic 8 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLensthanks, your an amazing photographer man
@UpsideLens 8 күн бұрын
@MartinBielkovic really appreciate mate 😊 have a good weekend 🤙
@piotrch0 9 күн бұрын
For the 2nd photo how did you focus? AF or MF? If MF, zone focus? If AF, what AF area? Tracking? Touch focus on the person? Default camera app?
@UpsideLens 9 күн бұрын
Hey, I tapped and locked focus on the ground where the subject would walk to ensure pin sharp focus 👍 EDIT: On a regular camera I would have probably got away with doing it in auto focus but when shooting with phones I try not to leave anything to chance... 😉
@krishnasingh-jn6zz 9 күн бұрын
By using just 2 to 3 years sensor sonu acheiving killer to all phones what if it use flagship sensor with exmor 😉🫡
@darrenbateman5713 10 күн бұрын
Wish I could afford one!
@UpsideLens 10 күн бұрын
It is deffo worth saving up for one 👍
@darrenbateman5713 10 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens hard at the moment I live in a homeless charity don't get a lot of money I'm stuck with an oldish redmi
@UpsideLens 10 күн бұрын
@darrenbateman5713 you'd be surprised the bangers you can take even with older phones ! I started experimenting with mobile phone photography with a Samsung galaxy S8 Edge !... We're going back quite a few years 😅
@darrenbateman5713 10 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens really slowing down lol
@jayarmstrong 10 күн бұрын
Great reviews. Thanks!
@UpsideLens 10 күн бұрын
You're welcome 👍 however I made a proper review of the Xiaomi 14 ultra, go have a look 👀😊
@hepontour 12 күн бұрын
Could you do a video highlighting the variable aperture...its probably the most important part of this camera, and phone cameras overall. Many thanks .
@UpsideLens 12 күн бұрын
Will keep that in mind 👍
@VENOM.9217 13 күн бұрын
What do you think of the Dxomark website and should I take the results they provide or not?
@UpsideLens 13 күн бұрын
Ha ! Dxomark...😅 All I'll say is look what Reddit and various forums have to say about dxomark..............
@VENOM.9217 13 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens😂😂😂 thank you so much
@Festvangelist 13 күн бұрын
Question for anyone here. I am looking at purchasing the Xperia 1 V and would like to know if the editing on Lightroom Classic was done with the SD Card from the camera. Thank you !
@UpsideLens 13 күн бұрын
You can either use an SD card or just transfer the raw files onto a computer wirelessly or via cable 👍
@Festvangelist 13 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens Thanks ! I assume that there is no degradation in quality with sD vs In Camera transfer via cable ?
@UpsideLens 13 күн бұрын
@Festvangelist no there isn't, the files are the same. You're just saving on an SD card or on the internal memory, doesn't make any difference.
@Festvangelist 13 күн бұрын
Good Morning…just would like to confirm that Lightroom Luanda Lightroom Classic LRC use the same ( or similar) masking tools. Thanks again.
@UpsideLens 13 күн бұрын
The video was made using lightroom classic, aka the most complete version of lightroom. Lightroom mobile has less features and nowhere near as precise as the desktop.
@chann3lm4rs 13 күн бұрын
Who else saw the brown bear behind him
@UpsideLens 13 күн бұрын
Mate you're gonna have to time-stamp that one lol to my knowledge there aren't any bears in the peak district lol
@stef2282 13 күн бұрын
Ive got the Xiaomi 14 ultra. Its the first phone I have had which actually looks like the photos were taken with a compact camera. The quality is brilliant, but more importantly they dont look over proceeded like google pixels do. Also, the natural bokeh (not the fake software one) is brilliant. I absolutely love it. One of the best phones I have owned.
@UpsideLens 13 күн бұрын
It is a really good phone for photography, make sure to switch to manual and raw and the results you can get out of it are nothing short of spectacular for a phone !
@VENOM.9217 13 күн бұрын
Hello, I am confused between the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and the Honor Magic 6 Pro. What do you advise me?
@UpsideLens 13 күн бұрын
If photography is the one thing you're after then the Xiaomi. I'm not familiar enough with honors OS to make any recommendations but purely on the photography aspect the Xiaomi hands down, as a whole it's just the phone to beat in 2024 for the cameras
@VENOM.9217 13 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLensthank you
@lextor1996 15 күн бұрын
One of best video on entire KZbin channel for 14 ultra settings.... I'm a bit confused how settings 23mm or 75mm🤔
@UpsideLens 15 күн бұрын
Thank you I really appreciate 😊 not sure what you mean by settings for 23mm or 75mm
@lextor1996 14 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens in your video after showing every photo, compare the settings. Example 23.mm- iso 100-8 sec and f2.8 Others value easy on pro mode 23 mm I don't understand how to choose. 23mm or 75mm are the cameras ? Thanks 🙏
@UpsideLens 14 күн бұрын
Yes those are the focal lengths so on the Xiaomi specifically 23mm is the main 1x camera, and 75mm is the telephoto 3.2x camera. I hope that makes sense 😊
@lextor1996 15 күн бұрын
Please share settings for 14 ultra astronomy settings. 🙏
@petrp.366 16 күн бұрын
Hi, I've been waiting for the Pixel 9 Pro, but I'm really distracted with the Pixel. Do you think it's still worth buying the 14 Ultra or wait for the 15 Ultra? Thanks in advance.
@UpsideLens 16 күн бұрын
Hi I think it's all down to preferences and use case, if you're starting in photography or you're not that into photography then a phone like a pixel, a Samsung or iPhone would be more than enough. If you are a photographer and know the principles already and know your way around shooting in RAW full manual then the Xiaomi 14 ultra currently is unbeatable as a whole. The 15 ultra is sadly said to use one of those all in one zooms which I'm not a fan of due to loss of native depth of field but time will tell if the rumours are true about the 15. For now the 14 ultra can be had at a cracking price. Hope that helps 👍
@petrp.366 15 күн бұрын
Hey, thanks for the answer. I just want a great camera nothing more. I know some principles of photography but I think I need to learn a lot of things. But seeing your great photos specially in your video where you shoot nature. I just want a 14 Ultra. :)
@carltonslaine7756 17 күн бұрын
Sony I am disappointed I have the Sony 1 mark 4 and Sony 1 mark 6.. this is no excuses at all Sony chargers to much money And it's a con I agree with you 100% on the quality of the photos and the videos they can do a lot better instead of using same parts from 2 to 3 years ago come on Sony sort out your shit or else you will lose a lot of your customers.. thanks for a Honest review peace my man I hope Sony listens and take note.👍
@UpsideLens 17 күн бұрын
I hope they listen too !
@paullebricoleur7873 18 күн бұрын
I've watched your Xiaomi 14 Ultra review as a photographer and I am extremely happy with the fact you truly do try a lot of the different possibilities with the hardware. A lot of reviewers lazily take a few shots and call it a day, it's genuinely hard to find someone who cares a lot about pushing hardware to its limits. I recently have imported an Iqoo 12 from China, and while I was making an informed decision and knew the kind of camera performances I'd be getting, I was still blown away by how strong the camera was. In fact, I just never saw anyone try hard enough with it! Reviewers are mostly not photographers, and for reviews of camera centric products, it really makes reviews meaningless... Thanks a lot for the inspirating videos and keep up the amazing work. Your editing is relaxing and well paced, the shots looks good and professional, keep it up!
@UpsideLens 18 күн бұрын
Thank you ever so much for the kind words, much appreciated 😃 I know indeed a lot of people review tech as tech and not as a tool to create art aka these cameras have such MP count, they can do this and that but my take on it is that one can achieve great things as soon as they start forgetting they're using a phone but start concentrating on the principles of photography. More content on the way 👍
@MohdShahrulNizam90 18 күн бұрын
Does it can shoot bokeh or depth of field?
@MohdShahrulNizam90 18 күн бұрын
Shoot video
@UpsideLens 18 күн бұрын
Yes it does, but I do not tend to use those modes, I use the phone as I would use an actual camera, in manual, raw and edit in lightroom afterwards, again just like I would with a camera.
@bamsemh1 18 күн бұрын
Have you noticed any brightness problems after the latest camera update? A friend of mine says the update have killed his joy of night photography with the 14u. 😬
@UpsideLens 18 күн бұрын
Tbh I haven't, no... Maybe that's something that happened in automatic jpg mode ? I shoot manual RAW 99% of the time. Might be worth having a look on Reddit if others have experienced the same thing ?
@ruslanidris2546 18 күн бұрын
Cool, greetings from 🇮🇩,, steady,,, must be expensive ea 🤔🤔🤔
@soulopticc 19 күн бұрын
I'm very disappointed with mine. I think the vivo with zeiss would have been a better choice.
@UpsideLens 18 күн бұрын
It's what you do with a camera that matters, not the badges 🤷
@soulopticc 18 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens that's true. But i really expected better after the hype. I'm a Xiaomi fan and have used them for a while. I thought this phone might lure me away from Leicas 🙈 I guess that was wishful thinking. You're working well with it though 👍🏼
@leegalea9724 19 күн бұрын
Does anyone know if Xiaomi have addressed any of the issues with the photo kit before buying it? Any type of update?
@UpsideLens 19 күн бұрын
Nope still the main issue of not being able to lock focus on half press. I have raised the issue on various platforms but no answers were given and the grip hasn't been updated since, at least on my UK version
@leegalea9724 19 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens OK, thanks for the response, many thanks, holding back on that for the time being. Cheers.
@UpsideLens 19 күн бұрын
@leegalea9724 I mean it is good for the case alone and the ability to use filters and the grip does act as a power bank, I just don't use it as a grip that's all
@leegalea9724 19 күн бұрын
Many thanks, will be using the ultra 14 to document deep cave exploration as well. Handset arriving tomorrow, and really looking forward to it. Thanks for all of your help.
@UpsideLens 19 күн бұрын
If shooting video in low light aka deep cave exploration I highly suggest you shoot with a third party app called fcpro24fps and use their 10bit log mode at full bitrate (160mbps) which not only allows for a much cleaner less processed look than native app due to bypassing the ISP but also allows for much more in-depth editing afterwards
@leegalea9724 19 күн бұрын
Much appreciated the info regarding the photo kit before purchasing. One more point. The original camera kit for the Ultra 13 had bluetooth capability, which was a plus. The ultra 14 kit has had this substituted for the usb connection. For the money it could have had both options.
@UpsideLens 19 күн бұрын
True but at the same time it is more convenient to have a consistent USB connection which reduces the shutter lag, which is the reason they used it. Plus we get a power bank use out of it 👍
@Stone_stuff 19 күн бұрын
We need to know can it shoot 4k60 LOG on all cameras?
@UpsideLens 19 күн бұрын
It can when used with third party app like fcpro24fps where you can use a true LOG and 10bit at a much higher nitrate and bypassing the processing of the ISP. Gives better results than even iPhone Prores !
@zamanzia574 20 күн бұрын
But all these pictures are taken manually I would love to see how this camera performed in point and shoot scenario, because most of the users will use point and shoot.
@UpsideLens 20 күн бұрын
I have made a video comparing this phone to other phones in regular jpg but this channel focuses on actual photography as opposed to point and shoot jpg automatic mode.
@Fincher123 20 күн бұрын
Is the Camera always using the full megapixel count? Or does it like in the normal mode made 12mp pictures?
@UpsideLens 20 күн бұрын
Basically it always uses the full sensor then down samples it to 12mp. However you can use the 50mp mode and you end up with the full 50mp but that's only good if used in good lighting.
@Fincher123 20 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLens B7ut the RAW Pictures (when used) are always full size images?! I kinda get the point to use the downsampled image. My Xiaomi 12 also has a 50mp sensor. and i placed the 50mp button right next to Photo, so i can get my full sized images. But when i like to set it as standart, there isnt a option for that.
@plasticprinter1 20 күн бұрын
Great photography! The photos that you show in the video, are they straight from camera or have they had any post processing?
@UpsideLens 20 күн бұрын
I shoot all my photos in RAW meaning that I edited them. I used lightroom classic 👍
@TemjenwapangAmri-i5r 21 күн бұрын
Wowww....did you use just the camera app and filter from the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, or are you using your professional custom preset? It's an insane good review!"
@UpsideLens 21 күн бұрын
Hi I shoot in Xiaomi camera app using RAW and manual mode only and edit my photos in lightroom classic 👍
@elizaalden 21 күн бұрын
Crying watching this from my Samsung S23 Ultra 😢. Great job Xiaomi.
@MohdShahrulNizam90 21 күн бұрын
for video which one is better? xiaomi or xperia?
@UpsideLens 20 күн бұрын
Hi I made a video review of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, video especially if using third party apps like motion cam or fcpro24fps will be much much better on the Xiaomi.
@MohdShahrulNizam90 19 күн бұрын
@@UpsideLensouh, if use original apps does xperia is better? Does this 2 devices can shoot bokeh video, depth of field video or macro video?
@davidcarbajal9020 21 күн бұрын
Hola gran video, le comento tengo el Sony 1 V, pero cuando tomo una imagen en 335 mm zoom máximo en la pantalla antes de tomar es buena, pero ya tomada la foto el resultado es pésimo, no es nítida y eso que uso un trípode. Si sabes de eso, espero me apoye.. Gracias
@UpsideLens 20 күн бұрын
Unfortunately using digital zoom will always give you less than desirable results even on a tripod. You need to stick to the "real" native focal lengths for best results
@cesurkarakus209 22 күн бұрын
This one is looks really good but also quite expensive for me. Is there any other phone in the market that can compete with Xiaomi 14 Ultra when it comes to Macro photography?
@raviutkarsh4185 23 күн бұрын
your Vlog camera was??
@UpsideLens 23 күн бұрын
The Xiaomi, I do talk about how I only used the Xiaomi for all b-roll and talking shots. I only used the GoPro for POV footage.
@DmitriyDarkJoney 23 күн бұрын
I gave up Xperia 1 V a few weeks ago and went to iPhone 15 Pro Max. Tele lens is so much better, and at night also much more reliable. Usage is way more relaxed. I was always stressing taking picture with Sony, I had to do 5-10 copies of the same, where 1 was coming out sharp. Especially on the telephoto.
@UpsideLens 22 күн бұрын
The Xperia phones are all about manual mode, to get good shots you need to shoot raw in manual mode and edit your photos afterwards. That's how you can get camera like shots. iPhone photos are processed straight out of the box and even in raw mode which from a photographer point of view is everything you do not want. It's fine for photos you want to show friends and family, the photo of the lasagne you cooked up and random daily stuff but for actual photography iPhones are just not there yet. They produce images that scream "I was shot on a phone" and it's due to iPhones having small sensors and iOS processing the photos over the top. Again it's fine for most but as a photographer that just is not a good starting point.