Compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7's camera to that of Galaxy Flip 6 and Galaxy S25
The latest iteration of Samsung's foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 7, has made a subtle yet noticeable improvement in its camera performance, despite using the same hardware as its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Flip 6.
Both devices are equipped with a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP front camera. However, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 shows slightly better exposure, dynamic range, and visible detail in main camera photos, thanks to updated computational photography and image processing algorithms.
In zoom shots, the Flip 7 produces brighter images with more detail, but sometimes edges into overexposure. It also boasts better dynamic range on zoom. Ultra-wide images are very similar, with the Z Flip 6 occasionally producing slightly brighter results, but this may be due to momentary processing differences.
Selfies from the Z Flip 6 are generally preferred by some reviewers, having more contrast and detail, while those from the Z Flip 7 tend to look softer and a bit washed out.
Samsung's image processing algorithm changes with the new Exynos 2500 chip, and this might make results vary depending on user taste. Overall, the processor switch did not drastically change camera performance but brought some nuanced improvements in processing, dynamic range, and detail, especially in main and zoom shots.
However, it's important to note that the Exynos 2500 chip itself has some overheating concerns and higher battery consumption compared to the Snapdragon chip in the Flip 6, although these don't directly impact camera quality.
In summary, the Exynos 2500 and improved processing give the Galaxy Z Flip 7 a slight edge in camera quality over the Galaxy Z Flip 6, but the improvement is subtle and varies by shooting condition and user preference. Upgrading from the Flip 6 to the Flip 7 is not necessary for the camera, as the differences are marginal.
The Galaxy Z Flip 7's camera system is versatile and capable, including the use of the main camera for selfies due to unique cover display features. Comparing the Galaxy Z Flip 7 to the Galaxy S25, shots are surprisingly similar due to similar main sensors. However, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 outperformed the Galaxy S25 in some instances.
Both the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 struggle in low-light photography, with night shots being hard to capture well. Any zoom beyond 2x on the devices relies on digital zoom, resulting in grainy and loss of detail.
In some cases, the Flip 7 produces results that are more true to life compared to the Flip 6. The Galaxy S25, on the other hand, has a dedicated telephoto camera that can do 3x optical zoom.
Both the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 use a 12MP, f/2.2 ultrawide lens with a 123-degree field of view. In terms of macro shots, the two devices produce nearly identical results, with color accuracy going back and forth between the two.
Photos taken with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Flip 6 using 2x zoom show differences in color saturation between the two. The Galaxy Z Flip 7's photos have more color saturation and contrast compared to the Galaxy Z Flip 6, which can sometimes appear washed out.
Despite these improvements, the Galaxy Z Flip 7's camera system shares a unique computational photography profile and color science compared to the Galaxy Z Flip 6. Whether these subtle differences make a significant impact on your photography experience depends on your personal preferences.
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 both include smartphones as part of their array of gadgets, each equipped with a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP front camera. In comparison to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 demonstrates better camera performance due to updated computational photography and image processing algorithms, particularly in main and zoom shots, making it a slightly superior choice for those seeking improved camera quality within the realm of technology.
