Moto X Pure Edition Camera

[davidnc]

Re: moto camera is really growing on me

I'm liking the stock camera as well.
Always did like the camera gesture to open the stock camera

 

[DarrenCarnall]

Re: moto camera is really growing on me

Sometimes I wish there was more control over the white balance, or even a voice-to-shoot control like on my old Galaxy S3 that I just got rid of, but I'm really in love with the twist to open thing, and the one finger slide-to-zoom is actually WAY easy to do while holding the camera... even though at first it confused the hell out of me. (and the wife prefers the usual pinch to zoom)

 

[Ryaan Johnson]

Re: moto camera is really growing on me

Sometimes I wish there was more control over the white balance, or even a voice-to-shoot control like on my old Galaxy S3 that I just got rid of, but I'm really in love with the twist to open thing, and the one finger slide-to-zoom is actually WAY easy to do while holding the camera... even though at first it confused the hell out of me. (and the wife prefers the usual pinch to zoom)

That's the hard part of any tech.. Each manufacturer has their own interpretation and we just have to be open to adjustment to that interpretation

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[hrbib21]

Camera Problems

The camera is taking grainy photos and the video, especially 4k, is horrendous. Took video today and it was grainy and stuttered. Looks like a 2005 VGA phone camera video. Suggestions? Or do I need to return this piece of crap?

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[hrbib21]

Re: Camera Problems

I would exchange it at least, I've been impressed with the photos and video. Look at the photos sticky, if you are getting grainy somethings wrong.

OK, thanks. I think I figured out the camera issue. Taking good pics now. The 4k video was actually pretty good visually but the stuttering is bad. If I can figure that out I'm good to go.

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[ezvv]

Re: Camera Problems

I've been underwhelmed by the camera when its in anything but perfect bright sunlight. Even in my well lit living room the pics I take of my son are sub par I think. Outdoors if its a little cloudy they're a little grainy. The pictures in the photo thread mostly all look great but I feel like mine are hit or miss. Also, why does it sound like some kind of machine factory when I make a video slo-mo?

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[Ichigo91]

Re: Camera Problems

I've been underwhelmed by the camera when its in anything but perfect bright sunlight. Even in my well lit living room the pics I take of my son are sub par I think. Outdoors if its a little cloudy they're a little grainy. The pictures in the photo thread mostly all look great but I feel like mine are hit or miss. Also, why does it sound like some kind of machine factory when I make a video slo-mo?

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The machine factory sound... when taking video on camera in any kind of mode is what happening to me as well, I made a topic about it but no one replies

 

[ezvv]

Re: Camera Problems

I haven't, mostly because its not actually low light. I just did try it out though and got basically the same result. The pics aren't bad by any means. But they look pretty bad if cropped at all.

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[pan mores]

If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

Am in the market for a Moto X Pure, the camera is very important to me.

DxO results are pretty promising, they are even better than the iPhone 6s. Yet online comparisons to me suggest the Moto's photos are a bit too over-saturated, and the high pixel count doesn't deliver in difficult light conditions.

For those who might even know both phones, what's your ultimate verdict on the Moto's camera? Deal breaker? Solid performer?

Thanks in advance!!

 

[alphabets]

Re: If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

Solid performer and much better then any previous X model. It's now on par or close to the rest of the pack.

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[Loiter]

Re: If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

It depends. If you take a lot of low light pictures and it's that important for you there may be other phones for you out there. Not the iPhone though. LG G4 for example or maybe a Lumia.
If the majority of your photos is of landscapes etc and well-lit photos then it's very good and I don't believe you will notice any differences between an iPhone and the Moto X.
But for me, the two phones you are talking about differ in many other aspects and you should have it in mind.

 

[MTeator]

I would review the picture sticky on this forum for real world use examples.

 

[dmark44]

Re: If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

Motorola has a great return policy. Free shipping, no restocking fee. You could try it out for yourself risk-free.

 

[swebb]

Re: If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

The camera is on par with the best for average to well lit scenes. Low light is difficult for most cameras. I would add the new Nexus phones to consider, as well as the G4 and Lumia mentioned above, if low light is an absolute priority.

 

[sulla1965]

Re: If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

Am in the market for a Moto X Pure, the camera is very important to me.

DxO results are pretty promising, they are even better than the iPhone 6s. Yet online comparisons to me suggest the Moto's photos are a bit too over-saturated, and the high pixel count doesn't deliver in difficult light conditions.

For those who might even know both phones, what's your ultimate verdict on the Moto's camera? Deal breaker? Solid performer?

Thanks in advance!!

All the reviews I've seen say the Moto x photos are not over saturated especially compared to the Samsung and even LG. The video camera is excellent with the EIS providing a much smoother video than the s6 and G4 which have OIS. Lowlight is the only downside with the Pure. Still if camera is your #1 priority I'd look at o of the more expensive choices out there.

 

[LongbranchPennywhistle]

Re: If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

For any practical purposes, the camera is great.

Does not handle low light shots as well as Nexus 6P or maybe a G4, but using flash you can still get good shots.

Focuses easily 3 times faster and more reliably than the phone that I upgraded from (S4).

The stock camera app is basic, but it does exactly what a phone camera app needs to do for the average user very well with little hassle.

Overall, I'd give the camera a solid 9/10 for my needs and experiences with it. If you want something much better than you should probably just buy a camera. The camera is great and complements a great phone, plain and simple, does exactly what a camera in a phone should.

 

[Ry]

Re: If camera is a main priority, does the X Pure deliver?

Don't buy a phone with a camera as a priority, buy a camera. A phone is a phone first and it's camera is an add on.

There is a setting in the x pure under color mode where you can change between vibrant and normal. It comes set a.t vibrant and can be changed to normal. I do not know if this affects the photos but I would guess it does, if you think they are over saturated change the setting. Funny because in the pictures thread I saw complaints of not being saturated enough compared to others. Many like their pictures over saturated, many like them natural. I prefer natural and get good shots with my phone, again get a camera for the best shots, and with the low light setting I get great shots in low light.

The best camera is the one you have with you and you're more likely to carry a phone than carry a phone and camera. If photos are a priority, it makes sense to pick the phone with a camera that will meet your needs.

 

[Westiemom]

Re: "Official" Photo Gallery Samples

LOL No I get you absolutely. I loved my OG X but got rid of it b/c the camera was just so **** poor. Wanted 2014 but again, **** poor. This looks to be the real deal but again, we know women aren't exactly logical and can be rather picky

If she's worried about the tiniest of blur then she doesn't need to be using a cell phone as a primary shooter TBH

EDIT: Sorry I didn't know I wasn't allowed to use a substitute for the word "pee" lol

As one of the few women on these forums, watch it with the "we all know women aren't logical....” comments buster.

We're watching .......Lol! ;-)

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[dmark44]

Re: "Official" Photo Gallery Samples

As one of the few women on these forums, watch it with the "we all know women aren't logical....” comments buster.

We're watching .......Lol! ;-)

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He sure he meant "wives", not all women.

 

[pan mores]

Re: "Official" Photo Gallery Samples

Thanks for the replies.

Have to disagree though that a smartphone camera never can replace a good camera. I usually shoot with a Nikon Df and prime lenses. Excellent sensor that can see in the dark, but there are these moments with no Nikon with me and then I want a quality backup that's easy to carry along, and well the phone is always with me.

Phone cameras are able to produce astonishing results, and I'm pleased to see how well the MXP performs in good lighting. The sticky pictures thread shows the feared flaws. As soon as the light gets more challenging, colors look washed out and dull, so this looks like a flagship phone for many good reasons, but not the camera I'm afraid.

Interesting point made by Loiter:

But for me, the two phones you are talking about differ in many other aspects and you should have it in mind.

Currently owning a Windows Lumia device, excellent camera, but Windows Mobile with is excellent user interface and great work flow is still very limited in use, so either heading back to the very nicely integrated Apple world or a first Android device.

But the Apple home button really is something I try to avoid, and when changing back to the last window having to tap the top right instead of something in the bottom of the screen where the fingers naturally are. Tough choices, as there are so many great options out there!