Google Pixel 8 Pro: Photographer's Review

Watch how Pixel 8 Pro compared to my $5,000 camera: • Google Pixel 8 Pro vs....
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:17 Samples
0:35 Giveaway 👀
0:51 Camera Hardware
1:10 In-detail Samples
3:14 RAW shooting
4:02 Camera Software
4:08 Camera Pro Controls
4:33 AI Features
7:16 Video Shooting
8:05 Video Boost
10:12 Video Opinion
11:18 Low-light photos
11:52 Details
12:20 Is it worth it?

[@ItsTomRich]

Know you guys like a giveaway 😁 Happy Christmas guys!! Quick one, make sure to subscribe if you want to see who wins cos I’ll be announcing it on my KZbin community tab! P.s, this video was almost done and I hadn't been given Video Boost access until it was almost finished 🤪 So sorry the testing on this wasn't quite as thorough as I'd like it to be! Maybe i'll re-visit it in a full video.

[@SaudalSahli]

I would like to try the camera on the Pixel, for now I trust the iPhone camera. Anyway, my button goes to the iPhone Cheers❤

[@atharvrastogi2162]

Please make a video on IQOO 12.

[@samuelzulu9731]

Nice video review on the Pixel 8 pro, sir. Definitely the red button for me. Pixels are just unbeatable in the phone camera market when it comes to stills.

[@squalley]

11:02 call it what it truly is… 💯 booty cheeks 😁

[@gogulpathmanabhan7541]

Damn.. This is the phone of my dream. But I can never afford it. Would love to take pictures with it.

[@prashantb0670]

I know Pixels have been far behind when it comes to competing with the quality of the iPhones video, but since Video boost has arrived, I feel Google is catching up, they just need to figure out a way to do it locally on the chip as opposed to on the servers and that would be the reason why I'm going with the red button ✅

[@smokieblaise]

Jokes on You. we love the pixel

[@alexstrajeru]

You are the first person that I've seen testing the video boost feature and I liked how you made it short and clear while also including your opinion, keep it up! And I would pick the red button

[@Madhurishitha]

This is one of the best reviews for the pixel phone i have seen. thank you!

[@ritwizsharma]

Man the way google is going all in on the design of the pixel is great to see! Looks absolutely amazing! Green button

[@pratikbandekar20]

Considering all the customisations Android permits, I'd go with the red button 🖍️. This would be the perfect gift to my little brother, he's been using a Mi A1, a stock Android phone since 2017 and as an elder brother I know he'll love it because he already has gcam mods installed on his phone so the jump to a real device with the OG camera, the smile on his face would be pleasent to be captured 💫

[@bettyho8384]

Thank you! Your camera highlights are very detailed.

[@heydaryljim]

Yay, giveaway and a great in depth review of the google Pixel 8 Pro's camera! :D

[@entertainmentclubkingwelfare]

Ofcourse Red Button , the Google Pixel 8 Pro delivered a good photo performance across all test attributes. Target exposure was generally accurate, despite some occasional slight underexposure of the subject. Color was accurate and pleasant, especially the skin tones. The camera also did a good job at freezing motion, thanks to a fast autofocus and zero shutter lag. The texture/noise trade-off was quite good, with good detail and well-controlled noise across all light conditions. In addition, images were almost free of unwanted image artifacts.

[@skylash997]

The way Google has impressively improved the "a" series ever since the 7a really piques my interest to their decisions on. The 8a. Till then, both phones are a bit too expensive for the performance they are having. Of course the photos are revolutionary in terms of what was needed to be done when you wanted to take a photo. But overall I still think they can improve the lot.

[@joruneketurkaite2291]

I've recently became intrigued by Google Pixel phones, particularly impressed by the camera quality. The fact that they do not wash out the colors is a crucial feature for me. Would love to try one myself. Red button of course.😁

[@HackingProR]

Awesome video mate! Please keep it up 👍

[@kabwe]

Having made the switch from the 4a5g to the 6 Pro last year, the Pixel series has become my tech soulmate. 📱✨ The attention to detail is unmatched, and each upgrade feels like a leap into the future. Ready to hit that 'red button' and capture every moment in stunning detail. 🎥 Bring on the excitement, can't wait for the next level of Pixel perfection! 🌟 #Pixel8Pro #TechEnthusiast"

[@nomanejaz1212]

Sir your review of smartphones and their cameras is spot on! I love how you captured the essence of each device and highlighted their unique features. Your photos really showcase the capabilities of the smartphone cameras, and your attention to detail is impressive. Keep up the great work and keep sharing your awesome smartphone photography tips with us! 🤩👏 (Of course i would choose the Red button.)🟥

[@ItsTomRich]

Thanks for watching and for the nice comments 😁

[@ishtiaqueahmedtanim2566]

I'd opt for the red button as well. Testing the camera along the Mediterranean coast would provide a fantastic opportunity to truly assess its performance in real-life scenarios. I envision capturing casual shots of daily life, picturesque landscapes, portraits, and, naturally, exploring its versatility by shooting some videos.

[@akashnayak5257]

Always great watching your videos.

[@derikdang8829]

Thank you for your very detail description review of the Pro 8, I've learned some new things. Best.

[@TheChazas]

Been a fan of Pixels ever since Pixel 2 XL and it keeps getting better. Just need to catch up more with the SoC, but when they switch to TSMC it is going to change. Love both iPhones and Pixels, yet somehow I enjoy using Pixels more. With that said, Pixel 2XL and 4XL works perfectly fine to this day.

[@ItsTomRich]

Is TSMC switch confirmed?

[@TheChazas]

@@ItsTomRich More or less yes, Google been already working on real in-house configuration for quite awhile, and should be frabricated on TSMC node around Pixel 10 and Tensor G5. Yet upcoming Samsungs 3nm GAAFET seem very promising and rivaling TSMC.

[@andrewsmith8355]

Red button is the only real choice

[@SHiVA.2208]

It's white bro.. nothing red now 🤣

[@Harryreviews2024]

Just keep posting because you are entertaining and educating us

[@suny-iv5xy]

Upgraded to 8 pro this October and love it so far!

[@survivaryt4280]

I'd go for the red button, too. The Mediterranean coast offers the perfect backdrop to put the camera through its paces in real-world scenarios. Casual photos capturing everyday moments, beautiful landscapes, portraits, and, of course, some videos would showcase its versatility.

[@RajarshiGhosh]

Been an Apple fanboy for a long time but would love to try out the Pixel 7A and see if I make up my mind to switch to Pixel 9 when it releases next year. Pixel has been gaining quite a bit of ground so I am curious to see if changing my whole eco-system will be worth it.

[@Hunny781]

Great hope you hit more milestone in future

[@fernandoespericueta8117]

Definitely hitting the red button! I love Google Pixel's improvements each year.

[@Catzy96]

Google Pixel has been always catching my attention since they released their first version, they have distinct and unique design, and obviously they have one of the best camera software and hardware synchronization from a smartphone. i contemplated a lot when i finally decided to get my first smartphone in 2019. I was so in doubt to choose between Samsung Galaxy S9+ or Google Pixel 2XL, and after some long research and consideration, i finally chose Pixel 2 XL (Panda version) and never regret it. As a person who loves photography, people around me were always amazed with how outstanding the pictures i took with Pixel. And believe it or not, i'm still using the phone, despite with some broken screen and degraded battery life. I know Pixel 2 XL is already an outdated device for this year but since i'm not in the place to afford anything right now so i don't have a choice, and i still love my phone hehe. If i have to choose between blue or red, i'll pick red since i wanna experience the upgrade from my previous device, especially from the camera side, which i know it'll be much better, especially in taking photos and video with natural tone. I admit in terms of videography, Iphone is my choice, but for overall aspects like the camera who keeps getting imprevements, insane AI implementation. unique design, and everything else i'll still pick Pixel. Just wish i could get a new job next year so i can get a new phone haha

[@brusrober2876]

Red button all the way especially with the video boost feature i think it kinda levels out the video quality with the iphone 15 pro max and since all the sensors are better now with wider apertures no doubt about it

[@sabriramadani26]

Pixel team

[@zivagamingytvloger328]

Great video, Tom, keep it up :) I would push the red button! After my Pixel 3 XL, I started questioning whether Google had given up or not

[@haodawang4038]

great video as always!

[@ndgr8claymore]

I always enjoy your videos, since they come from a photographers viewpoint. I would love a comparison against older Pixels, like the Pixel 5 and Pixel 6 and Pixel 6A. The 6A was voted the best camera phone early last year in a blind-test. I'm also interested in the Pixel 5, since I'm getting it next year, or maybe a Pixel 6. Anyways, I'm going for the Red button 👍

[@rexvincentrivera8269]

Red button for sure. I am currently using a Pixel 6a and I really love the photos taken by this phone. The newer processor and lenses of the Pixel 8 made some big improvements in terms of photo quality. Overall, you can't go wrong having a Pixel phone in your pocket especially when taking photos. Great review! Thank you for taking the time to do this review.

[@leeleshshetty7459]

Red button for sure! cant get over how great the color signature and details produced by pixel phones are.

[@duanemcclun]

I enjoyed your video! I started out with a Pixel 3A then went to a 5A and now use the 7Pro. I've been then considering if there's enough improvements to consider going to the 8Pro. Best, Duuane

[@mudasserqaiser1437]

Absolutely loved your take on the Google Pixel 8 Pro's camera! Your review felt so genuine, especially when you delved into the real-world photography examples. The low-light shots blew me away, and the dynamic range seems like a game-changer. Seriously considering this for my next phone upgrade now. Thanks for the awesome review - your insights make a big difference! 📸👏 p.s I'd choose the red button

[@braynstorm19]

Very good breakdown of photo performance. Have always been a pixel user and would red button normally. But easing towards the iPhone this year due to consistency and video performance. Thanks for the video!

[@elymartsalting1461]

Definitely Red button!! I am fan of pixel even though i’ve never had one. I love watching numerous Pixel reviews here in YT, including yours. The functionality of pixel, not just the cameras but also the software are sublime. So pixel it is!

[@ivanbilinskiy4024]

I'm definitely hitting red button, Pixels seem to me more fun to use on a daily basis, Its UI gives good response and right amount of customization but not too much as Xiaomi and Vivo does and Iphone in this aspect is kinda boring, Also the fact that Pixel 8 will be updated to 2030 is insane

[@joanpablojimenez5763]

Thanks for the time and sharing your thoughts with us. I always enjoy honest reviews from a photographer's perspective. I'm not going to lie, I'm a Pixel fan boy. I will definitely go with the Red Button.

[@ItsTomRich]

Pixel gang 😎

[@madhurjo.karmaker]

After watching the video, I would definitely go for the Pixel. You gave a very clear idea of the camera which I use the most in a smartphone. Good review. 10/10.

[@gregroberson802]

Great you've helped me make up my mind

[@prajwalbandekar3557]

📍Red Button for sure, have always been an admirer of the Pixel lineup for its simplistic approach to design and software, adding in the perks of also being one of the best camera phone in the market. Coming to the video front, Tom, It's refreshing to visit the 8 pro because of the current feature drop and in a duration of 3 months gives clarity on its pros and cons. Definitely did not see the front camera to suck so much :/ but I feel Video Boost will be the MVP for most people at the expense of time though. Also Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 to you man! Absolutely love your povs in the reviews

[@yumiyimu281]

So refresing to know from photographer perspective... Nice tom

[@natanaelwieland5137]

it really is impressive what Google has archieved in their camera and software department. I remember using the pixel 3 XL and just being blown away with what that phone could archieve with only one camera. compared to other phone manufactures at that time google was just ahead of its time. From what i heard the new Google Pixel 8 lineup is no differnet, focusing hardly on the software side rather then going all out on the hardware like most companies nowdays. I personally really like what Google has achieved, and would be happy to try the new pixel 8 pro 😍.

[@peterhuang9266]

Fantastic video of an overall comparison between mobile & professional photography. Well depth and insight to it. Good job. P.S. Red Button

[@richardalvanos7435]

Good review. Thanks

[@sriram7454]

So glad to see Pixels improving their camera quality each year. Red button always!!

[@ImranAllantias-dm2rn]

Your Video setup loooks dope ASF

[@ItsTomRich]

You mean my setup at home? Thanks man :)

[@karimkhegar2170]

Great review thank you

[@robwill3]

I love the detail in this video!! Red button all day...

[@mocomadyfungy2034]

Thanks for proper details

[@jaimepaulgodinez2752]

Great review. 😊

[@iwinBeast]

I've been considering getting the 8, and i think after new years imma look into it again and see if it works for me!

[@KapzYo]

Great review as always!! Green button this time. Been a long android user, but I have an iPad for drawing, kinda want to try out that Apple seamlessness. But still love Google's Pixel lines, great photos ❤

[@josemiguelpinharanda1745]

The design is awesome I love the camera bar

[@sanishnhemhafuki435]

Great comparison video!! In the context of photos, the only downside I think is it cannot take a quick burst of photos like iPhones.

[@kenjnotkenji03]

Been a fan of Pixel since they first launched a phone but haven't really had the opportunity of having one so, obv, I'd be pushing the red button 🔴since I've heard great news about the A series! Their A series have come a long way and is really competing against mid-range phones out there or even against some flagship phone! Pixel is still the king of point-and-shoot photography for me. Looking forward to more of your Pixel review vids!

[@kristeen961]

You are so positive realist thanks

[@user-rl5ob8qw6o]

Thanks, very nice review.

[@foliumcore]

I would choose the Pixel 8 Pro because despite having worse video capture on default, it would allow me to play around with apps like mcpro240fps that allow log video capture to hopefully match it up to the apple in post. Since small changes in quality is mostly important for film making, it makes setting up more complex apps like mcpro24fps worth it for that scenario. The fact that the camera quality is good and the infinite backup to cloud would make it worth it.

[@Target100-ns2lq]

Tom your reviews are very honest and mindful. I need pixel 7A to record my baseball videos

[@manavtyagi6086]

This is fascinating 💯😍

[@sagartech3m860]

I am tired of same reviews but you and spice in this one really interesting I love this smartphone

[@bediibelhassen]

Thank you for the review

[@akshaykagale]

The consistent improvement in Google's "a" series, starting from the 7a, captivates my curiosity about their choices for the 8a. However, until now, both phones seem somewhat pricey considering their performance. Undoubtedly, the cameras have brought revolutionary changes in simplifying photo-taking processes. Nevertheless, there's room for significant improvement overall in these devices. Love from 🇮🇳

[@WinterSoldier0315]

Thank you for another very informative video of photography on the Pixel phones. Red button for me for sure. I am going between the S23 and the P8 Pro that a friend loaned me, they are both excellent camera-wise. I really love the macro camera capabilities on the P8P. I agree that video boost having to travel to a server and come back is problematic. Seems like a privacy concern as well as being annoying.

[@MarieBurrows-xi6mv]

Red, this will be my 1st google phone, I have always had Samsung, an always ask in stores what's the best camera, and a young lad really praised these up and I can’t wait to try

[@molle4291]

wauw the new google pixel 8 pro looks amazing

[@Cashmayor9446]

It's Just amazing to see how Google pixel is taking wish to own myself one someday...🇿🇲much love from Zambia🇿🇲

[@user-ek3re4ev2m]

Thank u so Mach for awesome opportunity

[@Pablo-xp5je]

Hi, great video. Good details about every aspect of the camera. I would press red button.

[@jerrymedugu284]

Thank you so much for this review. Both Google Pixel 8pro and iPhone 15 pro are out of my price range. Your recent video reviewing MKBHD's phone camera video drew my attention to the Google Pixel 7a. Thats the the phone I am getting, so the Red Button it is.

[@tsvetomirkozinarov4229]

Great video, really thinking of buying the pixel 8 pro.

[@churrosass4508]

Red button for google pixel! typing from pixel 4a 5g, still rocking! New subscriber! Orayttt!

[@paultaeza15]

I really want to try the red button!❤ Thank you in advance and Merry Christmas, Tom!⭐️

[@deepeshshetty1181]

Loved the video. Thanks. I liked the Google Pixel 8 Pro phone.

[@nazmulalam5981]

Google Pixel phn is my dream phone.. and your video is also great to watch..

[@randombeatsuk]

Would you recommend this phone my current phone is a one plus 10 pro

[@richenjoshi7054]

Skin tone, green colors in leaves and grass, and sky looks so good in pixel camera

[@tRumpdeDump]

This is a great review of google pixel pro!!!

[@adrianner8136]

Great review, Tom. I really liked the Pixel 8 Pro, however, I would like it even more if I did not have to have my pictures processed in the cloud (I know it's a personal thing). My idea is to ditch my real cameras and just use the phone to take photos from now on.... I like to travel as light as possible.

[@chisnz]

Great to have such an honest and relevant review of the 8 Pro. Of course it's Pixel for me!

[@lostupover]

I'm looking for something to partially replace my mirrorless camera setup when I travel. Tough choice vs the top of the range iPhone camera wise, but I've always been an android user so I think I'd rather stick to that! Thanks for the good review

[@davebee70]

So in your opinion Tom, what would you personally say takes better photos for a photographer, Pixel 8 pro or s23 ultra?

[@ItsTomRich]

S23 ultra more versatile because of the zoom, I think it’s the more complete system tbh.

[@osmanbillallee2205]

Red button all the way. Ive always been in love with the pixel. The camera, the design, and most of all the software. It's just so silky smooth and pretty

[@antonlitvinau8142]

Been doing red button since 2xl up to 7pro now 😊 7a would be awesome to pass on to my mom👌 Thanks for the chance!

[@willmarshall4640]

I had a 3a years ago, and a 6. both fantastic phones so I'd always hit the red button, especially now with video boost. even just clips of concerts I've found to be getting significantly better for pixels now, and photos have always been some of the best in class.

[@Syrius_X]

Which one is better to photos and movies google pixel 8pro or iPhone 15 pro max?

[@anilsartroom4573]

Green button - Nice video, watching from India

[@widnyana_0368]

Red button for sure ⭕ i love to having pixel phone for photography ❤

[@kevinhughes80ify]

Had this phone for a month now and think it excellent very impressive

[@awaljan1963]

Since Google has launched the first phone Nexus One I bought it and continued for the ease of use compared to Samsung phones I used to like the most. I hired a photographer for my Donair restaurant to take photos, amongst all the photos I added one item after which is still outstanding and that was taken by Pixel 3 XL. It is still appreciated by professional photographers. I am extremely happy to have a phone, watch and buds pro. These are added as my best friends that cannot stay away from them even a single day. Moreover, I'm so excited for software updates now and then. And it's not to forget about free updates until 2030.

[@chef__7hb538]

I haven't updated from the LG V30+ mostly because it was their flagship phone back in the day, and I've been a LG fan because of their camera

[@nicholasevans9465]

Definitely looking at getting into the Google Pixel family. The more I see these reviews, the more I feel it'd be a good upgrade over my 5 year old Oneplus. I've gotten to wear I don't break out my Canon very often anymore, and having a phone that can provide photos good enough for moments would be nice.

[@tcamiect]

Red button!!! 😊 Brilliant video btw 😄

[@sheshabole]

going with red button, of course. Camera features really upgraded and the software on Pixel, it really is for photographers or to people that has interest in capturing moments.

[@x34ven]

Red button. I really like your videos, Tom, keep it up!

[@ItsTomRich]

Great to have you 😁

[@Benji-lg3nb]

Hey man, I love going to concerts and I'm looking into the pixel 8 pro for the camera. Would you say it would be good for zooming in on the performers faces?

[@ItsTomRich]

Yeah I did this only a few weeks ago! Probably one of the best smartphone cameras for concerts.

[@Benji-lg3nb]

@@ItsTomRichGreat! I usually don't sit super close to the stage at concerts so this will be perfect. 👍

[@JohanKhoo]

Red button! Great review.

[@RickRicardobr]

Red Button. Thank you for the nice review.

[@Tamatar-nk1bq]

Merry Christmas red