Looking at the Redmi Note 8’s scores and sample images, it’s clear the Xiaomi device’s camera cannot compete with the current best in class models, and shows a range of areas for improvement in both photo and video modes. Despite the 4K resolution, levels of detail are low and at the same time, noise is visible in all light conditions. As with stills, dynamic range is limited, with noticeable highlight clipping in bright high-contrast scenes. In changing light conditions, our testers observed white balance and exposure instabilities as well as noticeable stepping. However, just as with still photos, the Redmi’s video footage shows a range of problems. In bright light, colors are vivid and generally pleasant, too, and the electronic video stabilization is effective at counteracting camera-shake when holding the device still while recording. Video footage usually shows good target exposure when recording outdoors or under typical indoor conditions. The Redmi Note 8 scores 78 for Video, which is at the lower end in our ranking. Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro, crop, lack of detail and ringing For more information about the DXOMARK Camera test protocol, click here. More details on how we score smartphone cameras are available here. This article is designed to highlight the most important results of our testing. Ultra-wide: 8MP sensor with 13mm-equivalent f/2.2-aperture lensĪbout DXOMARK Camera tests: For scoring and analysis in our smartphone camera reviews, DXOMARK engineers capture and evaluate over 1600 test images and more than 2 hours of video both in controlled lab environments and in natural indoor and outdoor scenes, using the camera’s default settings.Primary: 64MP 1/1.7-inch sensor with 26mm-equivalent f/1.9- aperture lens, PDAF.Read on to find out how the camera of this mid-ranger stacks up against the competition. In video mode, the camera is capable of recording 4K footage at 30 frames per second. There is no tele-camera, but the Redmi offers a 2MP dedicated macro camera (not covered by our DXOMARK Camera test protocol).
A 64MP primary wide-angle camera is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide with a 13mm-equivalent focal length and a 2MP dedicated depth sensor. The rear camera comes with four separate modules.
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The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is the latest flagship model in the Chinese manufacturer’s affordable Redmi line of devices, and features a large 6.53-inch IPS display with FHD+ resolution and a glass-covered back.