Nubia Z60 Ultra What makes this so good!?

Summary

The video script offers an in-depth review of the Nubia Z60 Ultra smartphone, highlighting its unique 35mm equivalent main sensor for a more natural composition in photography, especially for portraits. The device boasts a 50MP main sensor, a 64MP periscope sensor with 85mm equivalent, and a 50MP ultra-wide sensor, all capable of high-resolution video recording up to 8K. The review also touches on the phone's performance in low-light conditions and its limitations in video recording, such as the inability to switch focal lengths during recording. The presenter appreciates the phone's photography capabilities but notes the need for brightness adjustment for more natural shots.

Takeaways

• 📸 The Nubia Z60 Ultra features a 35mm equivalent main sensor, which provides a more natural look for portraits and compositions compared to the typical 24mm found on smartphones.
• 🔎 The camera setup includes a 50-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.6 aperture, a 64-megapixel periscope sensor with an f/3.3 aperture at 85mm equivalent, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor with an f/1.8 aperture at 18mm equivalent.
• 📹 Video recording capabilities extend to 8K at 30fps and 4K at 120fps, with the latter available across all sensors, showcasing the phone's versatility for high-quality video content.
• 🔋 A 6,000mAh battery with 80W charging support is included, emphasizing the phone's capacity for extended use without frequent recharging.
• 🤳 The front-facing camera varies between the international and Chinese models, with 12MP and 16MP respectively, highlighting a difference in selfie capabilities.
• 👌 The ergonomics of the Nubia Z60 Ultra allow for better control and leverage when taking photos, especially in unconventional angles or positions.
• 🏙️ The 35mm focal length is particularly suited for street photography, offering a different perspective and composition style compared to wider or more zoomed lenses.
• 🌆 The phone's low-light photography performance is inconsistent but can produce stunning results with great detail and a dramatic, cinematic feel when conditions are right.
• 🎥 While the Nubia Z60 Ultra supports high frame rate recording, it lacks the ability to switch between different focal lengths during video recording, requiring users to stop and restart for a different perspective.
• 📱 The under-display camera may affect the quality of selfies and video calls due to the light passing through the screen, which is a trade-off for the phone's design.
• 🌟 The overall experience of using the Nubia Z60 Ultra for photography is positive, with the device being well-suited for street and portrait photography, despite some limitations in low-light consistency and video recording flexibility.

Q & A

What is the primary focus of the video script?

The primary focus of the video script is to showcase the camera capabilities and features of the Nubia C60 Ultra smartphone, particularly its different focal lengths and how they affect photography and videography.

What are the main differences in focal length between the Nubia C60 Ultra and typical smartphones?

The Nubia C60 Ultra has a 35 mm equivalent focal length for its main sensor, which is different from the typical 24 mm focal length found in most smartphones. This difference affects the composition and perspective of the photos taken.

What are the specifications of the main sensor in the Nubia C60 Ultra?

The main sensor in the Nubia C60 Ultra is a 50-megapixel sensor with an f-stop of 1.6 and a 1/1.49-inch sensor size.

What are the specifications of the Periscope sensor in the Nubia C60 Ultra?

The Periscope sensor in the Nubia C60 Ultra is a 64-megapixel sensor with an f-stop of 3.3, an 85 mm equivalent focal length, and a 1/2-inch sensor size.

What is the video recording capability of the Nubia C60 Ultra?

The Nubia C60 Ultra can record video up to 8K at 30 frames per second, and also supports 4K at 120 frames per second. It can record 4K 120 frames per second on all its sensors.

How does the front-facing camera differ between the international and Chinese versions of the Nubia C60 Ultra?

The international model of the Nubia C60 Ultra has a 12-megapixel front-facing camera, while the Chinese version has a 16-megapixel front-facing camera, both with an f-stop of 2.0 and a 26 mm equivalent focal length.

What is the battery capacity and charging setup of the Nubia C60 Ultra?

The Nubia C60 Ultra has a 6,000 milliamp-hour battery and supports 80-watt charging, with the charger included in the box.

How does the 35 mm focal length affect the composition of photos taken with the Nubia C60 Ultra?

The 35 mm focal length on the Nubia C60 Ultra allows for more natural compositions, especially in portraits, as it reduces the stretching effect compared to wider focal lengths.

What are some tips mentioned in the script for mobile photography with the Nubia C60 Ultra?

Some tips mentioned include holding the phone in a way that provides more control, using the camera low to the ground for certain shots, and limiting the number of elements in a shot to focus on a single subject.

How does the Nubia C60 Ultra perform in low light photography?

The Nubia C60 Ultra can produce amazing low light shots with great detail and a dramatic look, although there can be some inconsistency in the results. The Periscope sensor tends to be the weakest in low light conditions.

What limitations are there in video recording with the Nubia C60 Ultra?

While the Nubia C60 Ultra supports recording at 4K 60, 30, and 120 frames per second on all sensors, it does not allow switching between different focal lengths while recording. The user must stop recording and switch lenses manually.

Outlines

00:00

📸 Introduction to Nubia C60 Ultra's Camera Capabilities

The script introduces the Nubia C60 Ultra's camera setup, emphasizing its 35 mm equivalent lens for a more natural composition, especially in portrait photography. It compares this to the typical smartphone 24 mm lens, noting the differences in perspective and field of view. The video script details the phone's sensor specifications, including a 50-megapixel main sensor with an f/1.6 aperture, a 64-megapixel periscope sensor with an f/3.3 aperture, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor with an f/1.8 aperture. It also mentions the phone's video recording capabilities, which can reach 8K at 30 fps or 4K at 120 fps across all sensors. The front-facing camera varies between the international and Chinese models, with differences in megapixels and sensor size. The script highlights the 6,000 mAh battery and 80W charging setup, included in the box, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 CPU.

05:01

🌲 Exploring Nubia C60 Ultra's Photography and Video Features

This paragraph delves into the practical use of the Nubia C60 Ultra's camera, discussing the benefits of the 35 mm equivalent for natural-looking compositions and its impact on the photographer's approach to shots. It also touches on the use of the 85 mm periscope for portrait photography and the limitations of adjusting depth of field in this context. The script mentions the preference for capturing cityscapes and street photography with the 35 mm lens and the phone's performance in daylight photography. It points out the lack of a 12 mm ultra-wide option, but asserts that the 18 mm equivalent still delivers detailed and pleasing shots. The video recording capabilities are further discussed, with a focus on the limitations of digital zoom and the inability to switch focal lengths during recording.

10:04

🌆 Nubia C60 Ultra's Low Light Performance and Video Recording Limitations

The script discusses the Nubia C60 Ultra's performance in low light conditions, highlighting the use of the 'Dark Black' filter for a dramatic and cinematic look. It acknowledges the phone's ability to capture detailed and well-composed low light shots, though it also notes inconsistencies and occasional softness in the periscope zoom. The paragraph addresses the limitations of the camera under the display, affecting selfie quality, and the absence of a shutter button for easier control. It also mentions the phone's inability to switch between focal lengths during 4K 120 fps video recording, which is seen as a missed opportunity given the phone's other capabilities.

15:04

📱 Final Thoughts on Nubia C60 Ultra's Photography Experience

In conclusion, the script shares the author's overall positive experience with the Nubia C60 Ultra, particularly praising its photography capabilities. It acknowledges the phone's limitations in low light consistency and the inconvenience of not being able to switch focal lengths during video recording. The author expresses a preference for the 35 mm focal length for street photography and appreciates the phone's style and editing options. The script also mentions the lack of a high-quality selfie experience due to the camera's placement under the display, but suggests this may not be a significant concern for the target audience. The author plans to take the Nubia C60 Ultra on more trips to further evaluate its camera performance and compares it to other phones, noting the unique challenge of comparing a phone with such distinct focal lengths.

Keywords

💡50 mm

The term '50 mm' refers to the focal length of a camera lens. In photography, a 50 mm lens is often considered a standard lens, providing a field of view that closely mimics the perspective of the human eye. In the video, the creator discusses how a 50 mm lens offers a nice balance for shooting both video and stills, especially when it comes to capturing people.

💡Nubia C60 Ultra

The 'Nubia C60 Ultra' is the smartphone being reviewed in the video. It is highlighted for its unique camera setup and capabilities. The phone features a 35 mm equivalent main sensor, which is unusual for smartphones and is typically found in traditional cameras, offering a more natural composition for photography.

💡35 mm equivalent

The '35 mm equivalent' indicates the focal length of a camera lens that provides a field of view similar to a 35 mm film camera. In the context of the video, the Nubia C60 Ultra's main sensor has a 35 mm equivalent, which the creator finds beneficial for composing shots that look more natural, especially for portraits and street photography.

💡Periscope

In the script, 'Periscope' refers to the telephoto lens system in the Nubia C60 Ultra, which allows for high-magnification zoom capabilities. The Periscope lens has an 85 mm equivalent, providing detailed shots at a distance, which is useful for capturing subjects from afar without losing image quality.

💡Sensor size

The 'sensor size' of a camera refers to the dimensions of the light-sensitive component that captures the image. In the video, the creator mentions various sensor sizes for the Nubia C60 Ultra's lenses, such as '1 over 149 in' for the main sensor and '1 over 2 in' for the Periscope. Larger sensor sizes generally allow for better light capture and image quality.

💡8K video recording

The '8K video recording' capability of the Nubia C60 Ultra allows for recording video at a resolution of 7680 x 4320 pixels, which is significantly higher than the standard 1080p HD video. This high resolution can capture extremely detailed footage, although it is limited to the main sensor in the phone.

💡Snapdragon 8 gen 3

The 'Snapdragon 8 gen 3' is the processor used in the Nubia C60 Ultra, which is responsible for the phone's overall performance. It is a high-end chipset that supports advanced camera features and high-resolution video recording, contributing to the phone's ability to handle complex photography and videography tasks.

💡Street photography

Street photography is a genre of photography that typically features candid shots of people and city life in public places. The video script discusses how the 35 mm equivalent focal length of the Nubia C60 Ultra is particularly well-suited for street photography, allowing for natural compositions and capturing the essence of the scene.

💡Low light photography

Low light photography refers to the ability of a camera to capture clear and detailed images in conditions with insufficient lighting. The video script mentions the Nubia C60 Ultra's performance in low light, noting that while it can produce stunning shots with great detail, it can also be inconsistent and sometimes exhibit softening effects.

💡4K 120 frames per second

Recording at '4K 120 frames per second' means capturing video at a high resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels with 120 individual frames displayed every second. This high frame rate can provide smooth slow-motion video playback. The video script highlights that the Nubia C60 Ultra can record 4K at 120 fps on all its sensors, which is an impressive feature for capturing fast-moving action.

💡Digital Zoom

Digital zoom is a feature that enlarges the center portion of the image by digitally cropping and enlarging it, unlike optical zoom, which uses the lens to magnify the image. In the script, the creator notes that while the Nubia C60 Ultra offers digital zoom, it is not as effective as switching between different focal lengths for a more natural and higher-quality zoomed image.

Highlights

Introduction of the Nubia Z60 Ultra's camera setup with a 50mm lens for balanced shooting in both video and stills.

Comparison of the 24mm and 35mm focal lengths, showing the difference in facial distortion and background inclusion.

The Nubia C60 Ultra's unique 35mm equivalent lens for a more natural composition in photography.

Specifications of the Nubia Z60 Ultra's camera system, including megapixel counts and sensor sizes for various lenses.

Video recording capabilities up to 8K at 30fps and 4K at 120fps across all sensors.

Differences in the front-facing camera specifications between international and Chinese models.

The inclusion of a 6,000mAh battery with 80W charging in the box.

Use of the 35mm focal length for more natural-looking compositions, especially in people photography.

Techniques for better mobile photography, such as holding the phone at an angle for more control.

Utilizing low angles and depth of field for creative shots with the Nubia Z60 Ultra.

Tips for mobile photography, including limiting the elements in a shot for better focus and contrast.

The advantage of the 35mm focal length for portraits, providing a natural look without distortion.

The preference for the 85mm focal length for portrait photography and its limitations in depth of field adjustment.

The lack of a true black and white mode as a noted downside for the Nubia Z60 Ultra.

Performance of the Periscope zoom at 85mm for detailed city photography compositions.

The ultra-wide lens at 18mm equivalent provides detailed shots with good dynamic range and highlight handling.

Limitations in video recording when switching between focal lengths, requiring stopping and starting recording.

Impressive 4K 120fps video recording capability on all sensors, but limited to 15 minutes.

Low light photography performance with the Nubia Z60 Ultra, noting inconsistency but potential for stunning shots.

Overall positive experience with the Nubia Z60 Ultra for photography, despite some noted limitations.

The difficulty in comparing the Nubia Z60 Ultra to other phones due to its unique focal lengths and compositions.

Transcripts

so this is normally my setup that you

know 50 mm a nice balance when it comes

to shooting people in terms of video but

also Stills but we're going to Showcase

some differences before we start talking

about the phone the new Bia C60 Ultra

and right now we're recording at 24 mm

and of course you can straight away see

quite a bit of a difference my face is

much more stretched out and there's much

more in the background itself and this

is what normally a smartphone shoots it

but there's a phone that does it a

little bit different let me show you and

this is 35 mm and you can straight away

see a big difference yes there is much

less in the image itself in the

background but also my face it's much

less stretched out and this is where the

Nubia C60 Ultra lies 35 mm equivalent so

let's showcase what that kind of

difference makes in terms of Photography

now of course before we start talking

about results let's talk about the

specifications that matter we get a 50

megapixel main sensor with an f- stop of

1.6 35 mm equivalent and a 1 over 149 in

sensor size for the Periscope itself we

get a 64 megapix sensor with an ftop of

3.3 85 mm equivalent and a 1 over 2 in

sensor size and then the 50 megapixel

Ultra wide as well with an f-stop of 1.8

18 mm equivalent and again a huge sensor

for the ultra a 1 over 155 in sensor

size video recording can go all the way

up to 8K and 30 frames per seconds but

you can also record 4K and 120 frames

per second and for those who are

wondering yes you can record that 4K 120

frames per seconds on all the sensors

for the front facing camera there's a

little bit of a difference for the

international model you get 12

megapixels for the Chinese version you

get 16 megapixels with an ftop of 2.0 26

mm equivalent and a 1 over 2.8 in sensor

size

of course you do get a hugee battery

which definitely is helpful that is

6,000 milliamp hour and you can charge

set up at 80 wat and yes this is

included in the Box itself going for

USBC to USBC in terms of CPU you get the

Snapdragon 8 gen 3 now the nuia z60

ultra really has this benefit with the

35 mm is you can create compositions

that for me look a little bit

more

natural it especially when it comes to

people itself 35 mm is just a more

natural

look this could stand up really

nicely if I make it

straight after to hold my phone not

straight it's not going to

work

that as always the question why do I

hold it like this and why don't I hold

it up uh straight up simply put more

leverage more control over how I take my

shots see and it's stuck I don't lose it

it's of course after some training with

it what I can do is easily take a shot

like

this load to the ground with the camera

is loow to the ground where if I take it

any other

way as in

such I cannot not only can I not put my

Wrist like that my hand is not close to

capture button and I can only use volume

buttons which pushes the phone that way

therefore I do it as such what you can

also do is create shots where you look

up at the tree you see those branches

and everything light hitting it like the

sunrise on the side itself so use an

auto ride in this case and go really

down low use this stump for instance

a little bit as a kind of dep of field

she natur really don't have a lot of

with the phone especially with the ultra

sensor even though this is quite large

now again reason why I the DRS are down

good luck trying to take it like this

not only will your hand be straight more

but also it's just far less secure this

way thumb Right add of course the

shutter button and it's so much

easier basically that's why

here for instance you can clearly see

like light hitting this kind of button

because it comes through the trees

itself hitting it like that now this is

a shot that I would normally not take on

a phone but I can see like an Envision

an edit on it uh we trying to create

more

effect with the way light hits it and

then create like a kind of different

color for it

to just give it a little bit more of an

effect again what I try to do often as

well is limit the amount of things in

the shot itself too many things makes

this shot just look plain example if I

take this shot what am i

showing there's way too much to focus on

there's no depth there's no proper

contrast nothing so therefore I take a

shot that not only is like this because

you limit what is visible but also it

just allows you to focus on one single

thing those are basically some of my

tips when it comes to especially mobile

photography now when it comes to the

Nubia z60 Ultra and a camera setup

there's a lot to like not only because

of the sensors being so large but also

because of the different focal lengths

the main sensor with a 35 mm equivalent

makes me approach shots differently

because with a white sensor that

composition will be very different this

35 mm is all also amazing for portraits

giving a very natural look without

stretching the person out too much as I

demonstrated in the intro and here you

can see how that looks as well as using

85 mm in terms of portrait and I think

it's one of my favorites when it comes

to capturing portraits of people though

I will say adjusting the depth of field

isn't really a good thing you can do it

technically but it just looks at it very

differently and therefore I would say

the results that you getting from the

shot itself is the one that you have to

accept and I think with the Nubia set 60

Ultra that the 35 mm also drives me to

take more shots of my city street

photography of people will probably be

amazing on it which I don't do much of

because I don't like taking sneaky shots

of people but follow orange scooter on

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and while you're down there don't forget

to check out my Instagram as well where

I post a lot of pictures though I will

say I do miss proper black and white

when it comes to the nuia set 60 Ultra

and when it comes to my setup I always

have it a natural and not a gorgeous

then when it comes to the Periscope the

zoom is really solid at that 85 mm focal

length shots look detailed and it can

really take some really nice

compositions with it again with City

photography I like what I got out of it

but again I do miss black and white yes

you do have that other black feature but

there are some colors in there but with

this Nubia set 60 Ultra it shouldn't be

slapped on when it comes to that

performance in daytime photography and

yes you can zoom in to 170 mm as well

and if you really want to go for it Time

study is the max possibility but I never

use that and then the ultra wide yes

this is not as wide as a lot of other

phones offer there's no 12 mm it's 80 mm

and that's fine by me shots that I

create with this are still giving me

that right feeling and shots look very

detailed with highlights being handled

well as well as dynamic range and again

in general shots look pleasing though

will turn down the brightness yet again

when it comes to using any of these

sensors because it just gives that bit

more natural look so when it comes to

video recording all of course support 4K

60 frames per seconds as well down siiz

is well I can zoom in like this this is

digital Zoom this isn't zooming in

between different focal lengths if we go

to one see that's

digital stability is on standard cu the

that you use super it is only limited to

10 MP at 60 frames per second now we are

using the 35 mm lens again you cannot

zoom out to the ultra right from this

not zoom in to the 85

mm 85

mm curious how this one comes out on the

phone it looks a little bit shaky we'll

see of course there's some processing

afterwards no

only to see how it

performs just to Showcase this is 4K 30

frames per seconds trying to zoom out

right now and it doesn't work zooming in

again you can technically but it's all

digital this should be the equivalent of

the 85 mm which is the

Periscope but it doesn't look like

it it did anything

now for 8K it is limited to the main

sensor only so this is 8k 35 per

seconds and again limited to only the

main

sensor now of course having your camera

under the

display has its physical limitations it

going through kind of like pixels to

create then still an image that you can

see is it a good image not really but

for myself someone who doesn't take many

selfies at

all um not too bothered about it but for

those who want to see what the quality

is for it it's of course important to

see how it performs and this is it now

before we go to low light I also wanted

to showcase the 4K in 120 frames per

second and again this you can do on all

sensors more and more phones have the

possibility to record at set 4K 120

frames per second but not on all sensors

this is an impressive feed but it is

limited to 15 minutes also we're talking

about video recording while all of these

support 120 frames 60 frames and 30

frames per seconds on all sensors you

cannot switch between the different

focal lengths while recording a video

you have to stop recording and then

switch to the lens that you want to use

now when it comes to low light

photography I will say I got a bit

sucked into using dark black this is is

one of the filters that you get on Nubia

set 60 Ultra it really gives a nice look

to the shots I've taken in low light

giving a more dramatic look to the shot

itself even a bit cinematic but when it

comes to L light photography shots can

come out amazing with great detail some

shots I've taken are really really solid

and also gives that really nice low

light feel though in some cases the

Periscope is a little bit weird effects

while zooming in can be a little bit of

softening happening and sharpening and

everything happening at one spot there I

would say the Periscope is the weakest

sensor when it comes to that lowlight

photography but in terms of look and

feel in general I will say that the

Nubia z60 Ultra honestly is a pretty

solid performer though I would say also

not the most consistent but when you get

the shots they can look amazing this

shot this shot that I took with ultra

white is truly stunning the light the

reflection on the t Road the person

having light on him the night view in

the shot being really well maintained

and also the nice details in the shot in

general and if

edited it's totally one of my favorites

even without editing I think that this

shot looks really amazing taken on a new

set 60 old f

so what do I think at the end of the

Nubia set 60 Ultra I actually really

like taking pictures with it yes there

are situations where I really need to

turn down the brightness of the shell

itself but that's easy you just step on

the point that you want to focus on and

turn down the brightness and then you

will get a pretty natural looking shot

and it's definitely beneficial to have a

35 mm focal length this just adds

something to the shot itself the

composition is a little bit different

and therefore I would say also this

phone is more orientated to street

photography especially when it comes to

people in street photography that kind

of shot really fits well with a phone

like this especially with the style that

it's going for and the style options

that you have in the phone now there are

some things worth noting I think in low

light it's a little bit inconsistent

when it comes to having those shots but

if you do get it right you get beautiful

shots as stated but overall low light

isn't the strength of it but neither is

it the weakness of it it just needs to

work a little bit on the consistency of

set shots and then of course we have to

talk a little bit about the video

recording as well while I don't do it as

much having the possibility to switch

between different focal lengths is

pretty handy to have especially if you

record 4K 60 or 30 frames per second of

course that's the quality that I

normally always go for I hardly ever use

8K I only use it for samples like this

to Showcase how it performs but having

the possibility to quickly switch

between different focal lengths while

recording is useful and I don't have

that on this Nubia set 60 ult you need

to stop the recording and then switch to

a different focal length that you then

want to use and then you can continue

but it isn't beneficial to do it that

way I'd rather have it that you can just

quickly swap between different focal

lengths and I feel like it should be

possible on a phone like this especially

with that Snapdragon 8 gen 3 inside and

of course the possibility to record 120

frames per second on all sensors you you

would assume that then it would have the

possibility to switch between the

different focal LS but sadly it does not

have the possibility the Nubia set 60

Ultra for me has been a really good

telephone when it comes to those

photographies yes you're not going to

take selfies with the phone because

let's be fair the camera quality well

not the camera quality but the light

going through the screen itself to take

a selfie does affect the quality of the

shot itself and therefore shots that

come out of it video recording that

comes out of it just isn't very good but

I think most people that buy a phone

like this would know but if I would say

something that's definitely a weakness

when it comes to the Nubia set 6 either

I've been really enjoying my time with

the nuia set 60 Ultra I'm going to take

it on more trips as well to see how the

camera holds up against others but it's

really difficult to compare a phone like

this because of the different focal

lengths that it uses compared to some

others again as stated the composition

becomes very different when you take

shots with something that has 35 mm

equivalent compared to something that

has 24 mm equivalent white balance can

be very different because of course the

shot is very different so therefore I

would say

it's not the easiest to compare this

kind of phone with something like for

instance my xiaomi 14 Ultra either way I

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