Samsung Galaxy A7 2016 Vs Asus ZenFone 3 (5.5 Inch) - Main Camera Photography Comparison!


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Samsung Galaxy A7 2016 or Asus ZenFone 3 ZE552KL? |
So, we're back with another simple photography shootout to help you decide which is the right shooter for you.
Disclaimer: All images are described based on our subjective opinions and experiences.
Samsung Galaxy A7 2016 Vs Asus ZenFone 3 (5.5 Inch) - Main Camera Photography Comparison!
Specs | Galaxy A7 2016 | ZenFone 3 (ZE552KL) |
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Back Camera: | 13 MP f/1.9 w/ OIS, AF and LED flash | 16 MP f/2.0 w/ Tri-tech AF, 4 Axis OIS, Axis EIS and dual tone LED flash |
On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy A7 2016 appears to be the better lowlight shooter with its bright f/1.9 sensor against ZenFone 3's should be dimmer f/2.2 lens. Both has OIS for stabilization and less blurry images. Let's get it on!
Scene 1 - Outdoor HDR
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Galaxy A7 2016 HDR |
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ZenFone 3 HDR |
Scene 2 - Close-up cropped
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Galaxy A7 Close-up cropped |
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ZenFone 3 Close-up cropped |
In this round, it's a very close fight. Both handled the situation very well for a phone. The ZenFone 3 produced the softer and darker image while the Galaxy A7 2016 captured the brighter and more vibrant still. Galaxy A7 2016 - 1 point
Scene 3 - Dim light
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Galaxy A7 2016 Dim light |
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ZenFone 3 Dim light |
At first we thought that the f/1.9 lens by Samsung will produce the brighter and more detailed image in this scene. However, Asus's ZenFone 3 shot is brighter, has less noise, and better dynamic range. The sky also looked more closer to natural colors in this shot. Zen 3 - 2 points
Scene 4 - Indoor dim light
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Galaxy A7 2016 Indoor dim light |
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ZenFone 3 Indoor dim light |
We slightly liked Samsung's output better in this round. It's more vibrant looking and has closer to natural colors. While ZenFone 3 produced the brighter image, its colors looked pale and washed in comparison.
Scene 5 - Super Night
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Galaxy A7 2016 Super Night |
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Asus ZenFone 3 Super Night |
Unfortunately, Samsung's pro camera mode isn't complete. While it has ISO adjustment, it doesn't have shutter speed controls for long exposure shots. The result, it can't take the image that ZenFone 3 can shoot in very dark places.
Verdict
Both phones are great mobile photography buddies in the upper-midrange department. The Samsung Galaxy A7 2016 is capable for point and shoots which can take bright and vibrant images. However, Asus's ZenFone 3 slightly bested Samsung's offering in our mini shootout. That say's a lot about Asus's quality considering that this phone is more affordable.What do you think guys?
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