Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | In-depth Camera Review

[@chongshaohong2969]

Maybe turn down those tube lights behind you, they're quite bright, especially the two behind your shoulders.

[@permbansal3377]

Agreed 👍

[@manishsampatirao4126]

I think he used the pro mist filter ....

[@Your_Delusiona1]

The lights are very distracting zzz

[@manuelmartinez-jo9fy]

@@manishsampatirao4126 aaaa

[@themountainguy]

Those 4 lights behind you are really glaring a lot in the eyes , like painful to watch

[@shauryalall]

Ikr It's really uncomfortable

[@SH4D02]

Its awful

[@HABO2210]

Christian Bale:IT'S FOOKIN DISTRACTING

[@mikezmac]

I was thinking the same thing, very bright,,, backlighting is a hard sell w/ vlogging. maybe MUCH dimmer and not white?

[@OUCGN]

Yeah on top he uses a mist filter to bloom lights it is a new hype among the KZbinrs😒

[@guddumagicboy]

Your background is distracting and not eye friendly... a friendly suggestion, plz switch off those lights or color change

[@Chopper153]

He's using a pro mist filter, for that halo effect.

[@ewaldatok611]

Stfu it looks good

[@WestCoastChicano]

The 21 Ultra is an awesome phone and that processor is something else. I made a really stupid mistake on my second to last video. I was shooting the local mountains in a <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1269">21:9</a> aspect ratio with my Note Ultra using a gimbal and I forgot to turn off the internal ois. So the footage was a little choppy. I should have went back and done some reshoots but I just got a new job and didn't have the time. I'll never make that mistake again. Gr8 vid. 🎥

[@jeffalver2047]

I really want to buy this phone but I heard that it has an overheating issue while using the camera is it true?

[@WestCoastChicano]

@@jeffalver2047 Only once. I was shooting 8K video in a hundred degree weather in direct sunlight. I've had no overheating issues ever since. I shoot a lot of 8K video.

[@jeffalver2047]

@@WestCoastChicano ok.. thanks for the rply.. I'm excited to shoot this phone in astrophotography..

[@DuhSciFur]

Why turning off internal ois is important?

[@-RockOn-]

This guy takes a picture with years of info and experience. Me - "Click, Oh that looks great"

[@faridzarioh6707]

Only person i follow regarding camera quality of phones. Keep up the good work

[@initialfocus]

Can’t tell you how much that means to me. Thank you 🙌🏼

[@arvilorenzogomez1008]

Same here! More power to you,@@initialfocus

[@initialfocus]

Thanks so much! 😬

[@tz7710]

Still prefer Xperia

[@jeffalver2047]

I really want to buy this phone but I heard that it has an overheating issue while using the camera is it true?

[@anthonyzs2333]

good video Don Michael, but Samsung at no time advertises or puts strategy of a super 8k beast, only gives you as an option, even specifies that you can only do basic, more focus that you can take pictures of 33 mpx.

[@EojinsReviews]

Tobin: *Spends effort making a high-quality video* Viewers: *My eyes!! Someone turn those lights off!*

[@BMore_Vidblog]

Great video. I have the phone, and I bought it primarily for the cameras. Not a disappointment. Low light is great. Yes..the UI takes getting used to. But, since I come at photography from a hobby point of view, I enjoy the dialing in to get the best shot.

[@SudKalwale]

Gosh!! That light is poking my eye. I literally had to listen the video..

[@GavinsGadgets]

Loved the video. Can I make a suggestion, the two lights behind you are very distracting. The two at each work well. I understand the need to be have light from behind you, but this setup isn’t quite right.

[@LegatoStudios]

Watching on an S21 Ultra Phantom Titanium

[@ingridkollmer6102]

Wow,finally someone talking the 10bit.I enjoyed your review very much!! I was disappointed too that 10bits is only for 30fps.And not on 3x and 10x lenses. Maybe that could be upgraded? Exynos has the 10bit in Filmic pro, but only the UW and Wide lens.I like the Director mode, but: no 4K there. And I agree, there really should be an indicator when you are in 10bit mode. I agree with the Sony argument you make, the pro app is really well made and I loved the name of the three lenses in photographers language, in mm...tried to love the Xperia5ii, if they would offer specific ND filters, I would have kept it.Thanks for reporting add ons and helpers to this little beast, very appreciated!

[@hankmiller990]

I don't trust an Apple fan testing a Samsung Galaxy. Sorry!!

[@emonariyan4772]

Yeap bro ❣️

[@htetnaing9597]

Oh suree. Dont trust a camera expert just because they prefer iPhones more. You fanboys really are something else

[@fotoboiiso9793]

DO you prefer this s21ultra / iphone 12promax just for video quality??

[@scarry776]

From a guy who knows Jack shit about cameras I find my ultra incredible. Just wish the 108mb mode was better (I prefer the 12mb mode in photo quality) and I wish they increased the 8k framerate

[@Aronsson007]

in good lighting and not too difficult HDR situations, the 108mp mode takes superb quality photos, which makes sense, that what its made for. but for basically any other situation, low light and especially HDR, the 12mp mode is what you want, thats when pixelbinning takes place and you get amazing HDR and lowlight performace. its made to be this way. when you dont need HDR and youre in good lighting then youre better off with the 108mp photo, you will get insane detail.

[@jeffalver2047]

I really want to buy this phone but I heard that it has an overheating issue while using the camera is it true?

[@trumpetscall8910]

@@jeffalver2047 Never happend to me, but i live in Norway.

[@rafabak7371]

@@trumpetscall8910 :D :D :D

[@BrandonCabjuan]

I've been waiting for this! 🥲

[@initialfocus]

Hope it’s worth the wait!

[@BrandonCabjuan]

@@initialfocus So worth it! Those 8 bit and 10 bit HDR video samples 😳👌 I have the 21 Ultra, so cool to see what capabilities these cameras can do! Maybe I'll consider looking into recording 8k with your opinion on the matter. I just hope my little 128gb memory will suffice for my needs, haha. And that mouthful of a camera accessory seems like a neat pick up tool, haha. Ive been intrested in getting some kind of accessory to up my amateur videography. Looking forward to your update on the app update, and this is the first time I've heard of (I think?) that having the Snapdragon variant device is a downfall, lmao.

[@fotoboiiso9793]

@@initialfocus would you still use the 12promax than the s21 ultra solely for video?

[@felixschwiderski]

Mate, that intro is dope af!

[@jts4248]

I get awesome pictures with my Samsung S21 ultra love it. The best phone on the market

[@baramwill]

Gotta give props to whoever edited this. Te sfx and edits at the beggining are insane x)

[@Trivia_in5]

Just starting out as a videographer and I have learned a lot from you. Thank you. I’ll be your best student.

[@TravelYOLO_AlbertBolante]

Watching this video on my S21 Ultra and as a user from midrange to flagship device, I am really enjoying the cameras. I am not a pro user so for me, this phone is really great! 👌

[@vedant_sl]

Those cinematics ❤️👍🔥

[@initialfocus]

Thanks!

[@yeagsntoastable]

I could tell he was hype ! He got me excited too.

[@wasimasworld698]

I was Waiting for your review

[@initialfocus]

It’s here! Lol

[@mashudumbulayeni3830]

Me : I Use My Phone to the max This Guy : Hold my Lenses

[@proudegyptiancitizen]

Would you kindly let me know which is the best camera system in your opinion :12 Pro Max or S21 Ultra ? I am about to buy a new smartphone but can't make up my mind :(

[@bigslatt708]

S21 ultra no doubt

[@michaliskossyfas5862]

12 Pro Max.

[@AlarThunder]

If u want great photos, ultrawide, night mode and great zoom, get the s21 ultra, but if u want good videos and portrait, get iphone. I would recommend u to get their small brother iohone 12 or the s21, which are the same phones of their flagship one, it just have all the features at the lower end. So get s21 for photos, ultrawide, zoom and night mode and iphone for video and potrait. Now portrait mode is a little bit confusing. On the ultra its trash for that price but the s21 is good. And in only some cases the s21 takes a slightly better portrait than the iPhone 12. Also there are many other factors like processor, screen, battery and few other things. If u want to know all about that I may tell u if u say yes.

[@michaliskossyfas5862]

@@AlarThunder as you said, iPhone has better portraits and video and Samsung has better ultrawide and zoom (at least long range zoom). But it absolutely doesn't have better photos or Night mode, they're pretty much equal when it comes to that (even though in theory Samsung should have crushed Apple with their much larger sensor). Both take exceptional photos and have different advantages.

[@AlarThunder]

@@michaliskossyfas5862 Samsung really has a better quality of photos and night shots. If u use it in real life and then compare it to the phones u will really see the difference. U may not see the difference but almost everyone sees it. And the night mode too, if u see any reviews on youtube, that guy will tell u the same thing, photos and night mode are excellent in Samsung. And yes an average person will not notice the difference.

[@JimmyWhite1996]

The most processional camera review i have ever seen ... I enjoy it 💟 thank u

[@koncucius]

Thx alot Please what lenses can Filmc Pro access? Can It shoot in any of the telephoto lenses?

[@ruiguerra5142]

Great video! I expected more from this phone. what a pity! And which one do you think is better, this or the iphone 12 pro max?

[@Virus001]

This definitely

[@AlarThunder]

Irs all about what category u are talking about. In photos, night mode, ultrawide goes to Samsung while video and portrait goes to iphones. Still u will not find a day and night difference between them.

[@MilNik47]

Great video. Change the background please!

[@drstew1]

I love the three giant S21 Ultra’s at the back of your studio. Definitely wont fit in your pockets. Lol great video nice to see how well this camera is on this phone…

[@adelessa3434]

this is the type of content that i searched about for along time exposing and deep Diving

[@MTobin1000]

Very cool. I learned a lot. Well done !

[@dronnikam427]

Please s21 ultra vs 12 pro max which is best cinema camera

[@il_Presepe]

Hello Michael. I purchased the beastgrip cage but because of the S21 Ultra bulky camera the phone does not perfectly aligns with the cage. I have mounted the plate B (one of the accessory that comes with the cage) designed for large camera bumps like the S21 Ultra but same results. The phone cannot be positioned flush against the base of the Beastgrip Pro. Have you experienced that? Any feedback before I return the cage? Thank you.

[@initialfocus]

It was at a very slight angle because of the bump but I never found it to affect the secure ness of the phone in the cage if that’s your worry

[@il_Presepe]

​@@initialfocus Hello Michael. Thank you for your reply. I am mostly concerned that the S21 lens are at a slight angle therefore not "parallel" to the beastgrip lens I will be attaching to the cage (I am waiting for the 1.33 lens). Update: As I was replying you , I re-tested the configuration (S21>Bcage) but this time I left the S21 plastic cover on. That has fully solved the issue of the "slight angle". The S21 is now perfectly parallel to the cage (no irregular spaces between the S21 lens and the cage rub lens opening). Hope this can help anyone who had or might experience the same issue. Again, thank you for your reply and for the S21 review.

[@stardewhillbully]

@@il_Presepe Glad I came across your comment. I have been debating purchasing a beastgrip cage. So many reviews I came across were focused on iPhone. What is your overall experience using the beastgrip cage on the s21 ultra? Would you recommend?

[@il_Presepe]

@@stardewhillbully I have not been using the beastgrip cage to give an honest opinion about it's performance. What I can tell you is that it does have a good grip on the bulky and heavy phone like the s21 and i believe it is a great tool if you film freehand with it. If you decide to attach a 1.33 lens keep in mind that your will truly need to hold the cage/phone as steady as possible while filming otherwise the image will appear quite distorted. I experienced this using the Moment case and a 1.33 lens filming freehand. I assume it is the same with the beastgrip cage. To avoid this issue I use the Moment case with a Gimbal but of course you won't be able to do that with the beastgrip. Hope this helps.

[@stardewhillbully]

Thank you for the response. I have decided to stick with my older dji osmo for my s21 ultra. Maybe in the future more businesses can be sure to focus on creating a smooth experience for other mainstream phones......beyond the iPhone.

[@roderickwillis2516]

This is the channel I've started to come to for advice... I'm just about to start learning videography, currently, I have a Note 9 and I'm well due for an upgrade, but I can't make up my mind what phone to get (or phone and gimbal)... Any suggestions for a complete beginner?

[@deniss7476]

Given you video quality.. hard to trust your camera judgement bro.

[@WellzeyWells]

Fun fact: Those black rectangles in the back are empty rooms...

[@Musashimitinomo]

@<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="916">15:16</a> It's a good thing You had a mask :)😀

[@itKevin]

Hey Michael, just wondering about the autofocusing on the stock app on S21 Ultra, may I know how is it compared to the iPhone 12 Pro Max? Because the pro max has that smooth focus transitioning from object to an object, but just like my Z Fold 2, or my previous experience with Note20 Ultra and etc, they always has that robotic transitioning if you know what I mean. Also loved to see your experience of S21 Ultra in this video. Thanks!

[@pingu8978]

Yo I'm first

[@initialfocus]

Wohoo! First place gets a cookie! 🍪

[@benndavison9171]

Great video...im a new smartphone camera user and a lot of videos I've seen talk about filmic pro. Is it worth it for me to get it, where as I'm new or will stock camera on s21 ultra be fine?

[@awkashapes]

Hi Michael, I've had this phone for about a year now and I still can't find the best settings for shooting action sports, mostly on tracking/follow shots. I already have everything I can get my hands on from filters, lenses, anmorphics, cine lenses, beastgrip cages, gimball, etc., but I don't feel like the stabilization is good enough. Maybe it's because I don't quite understand the relationship between fps/8k/4k/iso/speed, etc? I would love to see a video of this type of filming. Greetings from Chile.

[@rezarachmadhanihermawan8708]

I need the camera for video and phone for social media should i go buy samsung s21 ultra(4k60) or fujifilm xa7(4k30)+midrange phone for social media, please respond me

[@obidean3964]

If you know how to handle manual control on full size camera, buying camera could be a "good" option. Otherwise, DO NOT buy camera, seriously I meant it because if you do not understand manual control on camera, it could be overwhelming for you to handle, which made the whole experience unenjoyable. Instead buy phone with quality camera, no need for expensive phones either. Many midrange phones (or even better last year flagship phones) now hav pretty capable camera such as Pixel 4a & iPhone SE. But it seems you prioritize video for social media use, so I would say actually iPhone made much more sense for 2 huge reasons: 1) iPhone video consistently ranked among the best 2) Social media apps (especially Instagram) works and best optimized on iPhone Don't worry, I don't even use iPhone. So, you can trust my advice. Hope this helps, cheers :D

[@rezarachmadhanihermawan8708]

@@obidean3964 thankyou sir.... !!!😀

[@jr02179]

Quick question, I noticed in some of the anamorphic lens test video that there was also distortion on the top and the bottom. Not as in the curvature but the blurriness. How did you guys achieve that? I've looked at a couple of other videos of phone cameras using the 1.55 lens and it doesnt appear to standard in those videos.

[@arifayep]

Can i suggest u review a budget phone call poco x3? I think it have a great camera with 4k video and a pro mode.. just a suggestion 😊

[@pitikerostv9856]

Hi, is there a moment case for samsung s21 ultra and variable nd filter too? ..thanks for the reply .

[@nacanielinalewabau5211]

Are you using the exynos or snapdragon version?? Many tech reviewers reviews between the two varies & is confusing.

[@danita7956]

Great Video. Thanks for letting me know about the camera.

[@Ciorin]

Min <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="300">5:00</a> left video is blue right white (snow correctly white balanced). Is Samsung Wb issue a lack of adjustment or does it record like that ? Mmm...Rest of video images also look a bit dark or at least snow doesn't show white

[@chum-v3u]

thanks you to mention about 10 bit video record of this phone

[@erictingkingco2746]

i love your video quality, keep it up, yeah my only advice is to remove the 4 background lights. Anyway nice content

[@martelljhixson]

Please remove the two center lights. Great vid. 👍

[@jasonglobio]

Detailed, Interesting and entertaining content ❤🔥

[@viesia8]

Lots of good info. I struggle to watch a guy walking alone through pristine air with a mask on....

[@yesterdaystech86]

First time watching your channel and really enjoyed it! Also first time in a long time i might buy something from the sponsor :)

[@Grupdeluxee]

Sei mal bitte ganz ehrlich, was würdest du mir für 4k 60fps videos Aufnahme empfehlen? Zwischen s21 ultra und iphone 12 pro max?

[@KENNETHCARNIE]

This guy: has thousands in education and equipment... Me: Ohh! The shutter vibrates harder than my old phone.

[@douglassgarvey653]

First time viewer and instantly hooked when the guy said he doesn't care about the other useless junk on the phone, just the camera 😂

[@initialfocus]

Haha thanks! I got so bored of doing regular phone reviews so now I only focus on the main part I care about 😂

[@ccjh0806]

LOL what a stupid statement. Without the other "USELESS JUNK" you don't get TO USE the CAMERA LOL. Go and just buy a dedicated camera instead

[@paolocermelli8108]

One question: in my s21 ultra tre 108 mega pixel resolution is limited to 6x zoom...is it correct?! Tnks

[@logicn.reasoning9744]

It can only be used with base lens.

[@DOCT8VIOUS]

Hello i have a question could i use the beast grip with a zhiyun crane 2?

[@vincentmallari2036]

Which is better among the two the ipbone 12 pro max or the s21 ultra when it comes to the camera department

[@altafahmed8633]

S21 ultra

[@Geetesht]

I have s21 ultra exynos version and I wanted to know that does filmic pro let you record in 10bit/Logv03 for s21 ultra ?

[@jojogal4]

Whyyyyy wear a mask OUTSIDE???? Besides that...great video!

[@truthtimetv4575]

Revisit this after you update yours to one ui 4.0 that just came out. It changed some camera menus and notifications shown

[@_-Anthony-_]

I just watched the whole vid and I feel like he didn't even discuss photos 🙃

[@initialfocus]

Sorry, yes I only focus on video features and accessories

[@_-Anthony-_]

@@initialfocus Fair enough, fair enough. I'm personally more a photo guy when it comes to phones. I feel like they're more at home doing photos. It was a great video about the video aspect though!

[@ivanmaz2847]

nice video. Is it possible to save raw file from the 10x zoom? thanks

[@SunnyAzad.Z.T.N]

Thanks dear. But i want to know where to buy that frames for extra lens

[@adelessa3434]

really informative .. appreciated.... did you hear about the mi 11 ultra! and if you...... would you buy it and test it

[@initialfocus]

Yes! I’d love to check it out but I cannot find a place to purchase it from the US

[@carolbsloan]

I just bought the Ultra. I am an artist and take a lot of product photos in a light box. I am having HUGE problems with the camera washing out the bright light in the box. Can you suggest a solution for me? The product shots were one of the main reasons I went with the ultra but if I can't get clean, crisp white backgrounds, maybe this isn't the one for me...Thank you!

[@mikey3387]

I have a 21 ultra. I don't shoot video, but do take a lot of photos. Most all my photos are taken in raw mode. My opinion this phone will win the pepsi challenge against most any phone out there

[@thedoctormma9433]

That low light test 🔥

[@The_Mend]

Did you ever get the 10 bit video to work in Filmic Pro?

[@beastie_387]

What app are you using I've looked on the Play store and Google and I can't find anything about a filmmaker pro video recording app

[@initialfocus]

Filmic Pro

[@beastie_387]

@@initialfocus ohhhhh now that I rewatch it it sounds much clearer thx

[@ryanpeters1856]

Does beast grip have a telephoto lens that can work in conjunction with the built-in 10x optical lens? I.E. a 2x or 3x telephoto that can double or triple the stock zoom level? Just curious. I've tried a few clip on lenses (putting them over the 10x telephoto lens) but in each instance the image quality was reduced quite badly. Basically unusable.

[@initialfocus]

I do believe they are releasing one soon. Not sure exactly when or specs but I have heard talks of one coming out soon.

[@lindseyjo1296]

Any tips on how to remove a scratch from my camera lens

[@mudjashorts1766]

I FUCKING LOVE YOU MAN!!!!!!!!! HAVEN'T EVEN WATCHED THE VIDEO LOL

[@khoobaoming6246]

My eyes hurt when watching the bulbs...

[@KhanEye]

S 21 ultra: i try to take pic. first time i not put SIM yet. i just try to focusing 100 zoom. after few mints camera Auto shutdown. and error show mobile is heat up.....after an hour i try to make a video clip after 4 mint heat up again and auto shutdown camera....... it mean i choose wrong device, i purchase S21 ultra only for ُPhoto and video shooting. pls guide me ty. any solution pls?

[@elvishot0017]

Dear Mr. I bought this things to take Fotos: Beastgrip universal cage Beastgrip DOF Adapter MK2 And the irix 45mm f1,4 And i am using the s21 ultra exynos version. I am a absolutely beginner and i do not have any idea to use it. The Fotos are rotate and the quality are bad .. I am using the original app... Can you help me please

[@vindicatelol]

lohl

[@fern_barreto]

No need to ask for like, this video is amazing!

[@jacob1547]

You are still restricted to the prime lens once you switch to pro video mode

[@black2fox1]

Is this snapdragon version or Ex?

[@andrewbaek6691]

watch the video

[@black2fox1]

@@andrewbaek6691 just answer

[@aakashchndr]

The new studio looks f'ing dope 😍

[@raghavan_4]

So any giveaway for dof adaptor? If yes then let me know

[@iScorpio1971]

I've just got the S21 Ultra and use the pro mode camera for the Raw output. So far it's disappointing, chromatic aberrations, fringing, moire, and just plain noise are all over when using Lightroom. Actually none of the sliders work, so there is no support from this, or any other Raw converting software that I know of. So compared to my S10 the S10 images through Lr look much better than the S21 Ultra.

[@iHorus]

What's the problem with the lights behind?

[@dh-pf6re]

they're not really pushing about 10 bit videos, 960fps and etc.. their marketing now is pretty much all about zoom, 108mp shots, 12 bit shots,& 8k videos.

[@OKLAHOMALOVE2]

Low-key negative perspective of this product (knowing it's just a phone) but overall, I enjoyed another perspective on the s21 ultra. I own one and It's an amazing phone overall. Surely it's not a dslr camera but probably the closest thing going at the moment. Still, I really do appreciate this video.

[@bryar3695]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1120">18:40</a> i have it and its the best mobile that i used in my life in all parts 1,camera📽📸 2,screen 📱 3, processing 4, battery 🔋 5,and the perfect software😋 oneUI

[@sergioknuf]

Once we can get dof on an anamorphic its game over!

[@chashmuno2410]

Which chipset did you use ? Snapdragon or exynos

[@initialfocus]

Snapdragon

[@RadHard]

I can't find the app he mention at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="763">12:43</a>

[@jts4248]

Love it awesome phone

[@deep_space_dave]

I really want to see this rig on a Sony Xperia PRO-I I have a good feeling the results would be shocking.

[@BroncosGuy]

Push this camera all you want, take the best pics and videos for sure. I mean until you send it in a message or anything and then it looks like u took it with a flip phone. Android needs to revamp their messaging big time. Sent it back

[@jovi9918]

A forest is the worst possible location for showing what the camera can do. Video compression will always struggle the most when there is too much info in the frame changing, an urban area would have been actually useful.

[@viandeclass3069]

Samsung 🔥🔥

[@leobekmarmarchevfilms]

Shame we didn't get any look at the dof footage!