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[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] sstanton86:
Some lovely photos dude! My sentiments too, really love this phone and the camera capabilities. It's only going to get better with the visual core and machine learning for portrait shots.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] dtechy69:
Agreed
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Telperion:
Same with yours, and probably similarly I didn't set out to take photos, I was just out and around and snapped what I saw.

This was a very low light environment but the detail it retains in the pine needles is incredible.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Krunk_Kracker:
Direct linking is not working I guess.

The last two I played around with the editing options in the GPhoto app.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Krunk_Kracker:
The rum and coke makes a good wallpaper.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] joyshvabra:
great shots :good:

hrd+ mode was on or off?

have you tuned those pics using snapseed etc ?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] sstanton86:
Thanks! HDR+ was on on all of them by default. Got some truly amazing ones as well as those that day, was such an amazing backdrop. All are non-edited and I didn't use Snapseed.

Also I've only just discovered HDR Enhanced and HDR+ are two separate modes, still a little confused as to the difference, as I know HDR Enhanced does take longer to process. I've tried googling it but read a lot of conflicting information. So would be ace if someone who knew what they were talking about could explain the difference between them.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] nickporwal:
HDR+ = auto HDR. App will decide whether HDR is needed or not based on the situation.

HDR enhanced= HDR always on.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] anzenketh:
My only complaint is the Noise and artifacts that it has. But I have yet to have a good phone that does well on that front. I think it is amazing what they are able to do with mostly software.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] duckstardeluxe:
Just starting to realize how the camera in general has consistancy as well as always being snappy.

Also found that the selfie camera is actually usable. High Dynamic Range is awesome!

Portrait Mode is okay but looking closely shows mishaps around the edges of things, ears etc. But. Considering that [emoji624] mode works on both cameras as well as working with software as the main supplier of quality I'm really impressed. The Pixel 2 is starting to grow on me. And I've had both G6, S8, S7, S6, HTC 10, 6P, MI 5s pixel port, MI Mix 2.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] thesebastian:
I've uploaded some Pixel 2 photos from Berlin and Prague. Camera still amazing. Most of the photos were taken with HDR+ Enhanced (I've stopped using HDR+ after the first 1 or 2 days). (I took 1400 photos/videos in 2 weeks with the Pixel 2 and Nexus 6P).

Honestly, anyone who had a Nexus 5X, 6P, Pixel 1 shouldn't be really impressed with photo quality, as this HDR+ quality was already great since the Nexus 5 2013 was released and the easy-detail, and the resolution quality is more or less the same since the Nexus 5X/6P (I haven't used the N6).

Now the focus speed, HDR+ processing speed, camera launch speed, capture speed, video quality and stabilization, etc etc. Those are other things that really improved in each device upgrade IMO.

Pixel 2 samples:

https://imgur.com/a/5NNDB

Nexus 6P/5X samples:

https://imgur.com/a/TwJwd

Nexus 5 (2013) samples:

[The old 5 also had great quality, but the MP difference is quite noticeable compared to 5X/6P/Pixel/Pixel 2. That HDR+ camera was IMO still superb for 2013/2014/2015 years before the 5X/6P and other smartphones were released, I honestly had to sell a Z5 Compact because I was missing the Nexus 5 camera]

https://imgur.com/a/TEPCc
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] kolyan:
I didn't want to start a new thread.......can anyone comment on these (P1 vs P2). Notice that ISO on P1 is much higher and yet images look the same and in some when you zoom in Pixel 1 is less blurry and just a better quality overall

https://photos.app.goo.gl/FTyfRvJHxWAx38e93
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] NOSTALGIA:
nice shots [MENTION=5070976]duckstardeluxe[/MENTION]
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] TCPDump:
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My beautiful wife. Love the photo quality, too! :D
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Rajaasim1980:
I dont see much difference. I even prefer pixel 1 photos in there so it make me wonder why so much praise and hype for camera of pixel 2 when its not much different to last generation pixel.

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You have a lovely wife
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] giant22000:
Our Chihuahua. HDR+ Enhanced. No flash. No edits.

I did zoom in and take screenshot.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] kolyan:
I ordered a replacement to see if my Pixel 2 is defective. Most indoor pictures I take with back camera come out better on Pixel 1
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] duckstardeluxe:
Made an album with the first two weeks of using the camera capabilities of the Pixel 2 https://photos.app.goo.gl/JCobMNrB58ZqlAQg2

Sendt fra min Pixel 2 med Tapatalk
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Colday96:
What app would you recommend?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] PuffDaddy_d:
Sorry, I haven't used any
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Heisenberg:
A frosty morning in Melbourne

I used vaping to quit smoking, here's one side-effect
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] aadi007:
Can anyone confirm in the Google Camera on Pixel 2 uses the customer visual core chip?

I know this was not being used earlier when the Pixel 2 was released but I am not sure if this has been enabled in the future.

Google seems to be clearly saying in the Pixel 3 launch that the camera uses the Pixel visual core chip but I couldn't find any such statement for the Pixel 2.

It seems the visual core was enabled to be used by 3rd party Apps but the stock camera App was not using it in Pixel 2 which is bizarre to say the least.

I don't understand the need to put a custom Chip if Google themselves are not using it.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skip24ftlb:
I was thinking exactly the same. When the pixel 2 was released, Google made a big song and dance at the conference about the visual core chip. Then it turns out the Google camera doesn't use it. Only 3rd party apps.

Actually feel rather mislead by Google's statement at last year's conference.

That's not too say the camera isn't outstanding, but lots were said about battery saving and processing power when the visual core chip was enabled.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] aadi007:
OK, good to know that I am not the only one having this question :)

It seems that Google is taking us for a ride.

How is the battery drain on Pixel 2 with camera usage?

Also, how fast is the HDR+ processing?

These are the 2 things which are supposed to be improved greatly.

It is very suprising that 3rd party apps like Snapchat and WhatsApp are using the Visual core while Googles own camera App is not.

I won a Pixel 1 and was considering to buy the 2/2XL as there are good discounts available.

One big issue in my Pixel 1 is that there is huge battery drain while using HDR+ on the camera App.

I am trying to understand if the issue is addressed in the Pixel2/Pixel2 XL
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skip24ftlb:
Battery life on the pixel 2xl is pretty damned good m8. I drive upwards of 8 to 10 hrs, use my phone, talk on the phone for a few hrs, surf net and read on my break.

Generally get home with about 35% left.

The reason for mentioning the driving is, the phone is constantly searching for phone masts / signal as I'm driving whilst listening to streamed music or an audiobook.

I've had the 2xl a year and still not invested in a lead to charge in the truck.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] WibblyW:
I have a Pixel 2. I always have it on HDR+ auto mode. I have noticed the battery level drops like a stone when the camera is active. I suspect this is a product of it continuously taking and processing frames before you press the shutter release.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] the_uker:
I received the Pixel 3-style camera UI but it has night mode disabled.

Any word on whether we'll get night mode officially on the Pixel 2?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] suicidus:
Hi,

a new function arrived in my pixel 2 camera app. Don't know how. Now I can adjust the depth of the bokeh in the settings of a portrait-pic.

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Has google announced this new feature these days? Never heard of it before.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] PuffDaddy_d:
Yes, it has been advertised since Google announced it with the pixel 3.

The pixel 2 will receive 90% of the P3's software features.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] matrix0886:
https://www.xda-developers.com/google-pixel-night-sight-google-camera-review/?nocache=1
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] BulleT0o:
Now
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] icstrim1:
I have been trialing a new Pixel 2for a week. So far the battery seems to last the same as the original. I haven't tested extensively on the camera though. But picture quality seems about the same.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] ashokabs:
I hope you have night sight enabled after Dec security patch. I am attaching 2 pictures - one normal and one with night sight.

Image 170620 is normal image

Image 170556 is with 'Night Sight'.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Nalub:
I am not a good photographer. All the photos I take are either on default, or with night sight, I have never changed any settings. But damn this phone makes some nice pictures.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] onesvip:
So is there a camera app that lets you take real long time exposure shots (like 20-30s or even more) on the pixel 2?

Gesendet von meinem Pixel 2 mit Tapatalk
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] lg-sony-htc-samsung-apple:
Hi I am about to buy this phone now as my pixel one is done anyone came from the pixel 2 can you please give me advice on if this phone is worth it in 2020
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Nalub:
It's still a very good phone, but it depends on the price
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] neversayoceans:
I have one... It is a great phone but I am sure you can find great alternatives at the same price. Its is not quite 2020.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] prmbasheer:
Totally worth it provided you could find a decent one. Try and pick a least used/abused one. I was lucky enough to pick a brand new one for a steal. It's been a joyful ride. A complete no non-sense phone. Even better, it will receive Android 11. I am super enjoying the experience. The only change I did was to replace stock launcher with Lawnchair2 launcher.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] sstanton86:
Some of those portrait shots with your kids are absolutely fantastic. One of the reasons I got my pixel was I have a little girl on the way and so wanted a good camera for those professional looking DSLR photos.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] duckstardeluxe:
I feel the need to say, that DSLR potential is an overstatement. Especially the portrait mode doesn't produce monitor friendly results. But with the right amount of indirect light and placement of the subject, the camera can produce quite capable pictures with the DOF of the sensor it self.

The one of my son smiling is made with portrait mode though. But it's like 1 out of 10 with near perfect cutout. The rest looks fake when blown up on a 21" screen.

Sendt fra min Pixel 2 med Tapatalk
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] sstanton86:
Interesting, admittedly I haven't looked at the photos on anything other than my phone screen. The thing is potential is the key word here, and with the machine learning, Google updates, and visual core it can only really get better.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Telperion:
The portrait mode does take fantastic photos, but yes, the cutout isn't flawless. That said though, for social media and a typical context of where photos are shared, it's more than sufficient.

I have some shots with great DOF using only the sensor, no portrait mode.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] giant22000:
Inside Bellagio. HDR+ Enhanced, auto. No edits.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] giant22000:
Beautiful sunset shining on Mandalay Bay!

HDR+, auto. No edits
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] silgelphoto:
Here's some snaps I took recently. The first one was taken right after updating to the 8.1 beta, the others are from before the update. Only edits are cropping the first one, all untouched otherwise. This camera is impressing me more and more, I just wish it had manual controls...
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] silgelphoto:
Also, I just installed Open Camera and saw that it allows manual shutter controls and RAW shooting!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] thesebastian:
I think that camera should be even better after it start supporting Camera HAL HDR+ in 8.1

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] silgelphoto:
Oh yeah, any idea what's up with that?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] kolyan:
Replacement is the same, P1 camera is just better then P2, last whole is December update that might fix some bugs and enable Visual Core, maybe it will fix Pixel 2 camera
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] WibblyW:
Is the first picture in standard or portrait mode?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skip24ftlb:
I was out and about and just taking some random photos to see what the camera is capable of.

I took a picture of some fountains and then the phone asked me if I wanted the picture enhancing ?

Do that normally happen ? I'm sure I didn't press anything other than the shutter button. ???
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] nageshv24:
Maybe it wanted you to know there is HDR+ Enhanced option !!

You can get this option in Settings>Advanced
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skip24ftlb:
I Don't know. The toggle switch in settings of camera app was set to off, which if I've understood correctly means auto hdr is on. When I clicked enhance when it asked me it took for ages to enhance the pic to the point I thought the phone had locked up. ???

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1st pic was original. 2 pic was the one the phone asked if I wanted enhancing and third pic was the original I've just used auto adjust on in the Google picture editor...

https://photos.app.goo.gl/aOli7Um2QfOXhS3u1

https://photos.app.goo.gl/Kp9PBuEt3pSj9NCR2

https://photos.app.goo.gl/HZCCT4HjDCIzcOCq2
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
This camera is so amazing I just cant stay away from this phone. I'm running the public beta 8.1 release and have HDR+ enabled in developer options.

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[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skip24ftlb:
Does that enable the pixel visual core chip ? Any difference ?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Yes but I didn't compare because I just got the phone and installed the beta. I couldn't see the images I uploaded so I edited the post.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] dehnhaide:
One, possibly stupid, question: what's the difference between enabling "Camera HDR+" option in the developer options vs enabling it in the camera (HDR+ or HDR+ enhanced)?

I might have missed the point...

Thanks!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Good question, I believe it enables the chip or at least that's what I read. http://droidholic.com/enable-pixel-visual-core-chip-pixel-2/
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] dehnhaide:
I have tested with and without the HAL options and the HDR+ enhanced shots seem to take equally long.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
I didn't notice any difference in speed from the other Pixel 2 I had but the detail was more I thought. Needless to say this is the best camera to date from Google.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] thesebastian:
They are different things.

HDR+ vs HDR+ Enhanced: use HDR+ enhanced to always force HDR+. Camera will try to focus first, then capture. So the overcall capture is slower. But best quality is more guaranteed than in HDR+.

Now the setting in developers options is a new feature. If you enable it. Apps that are using camera2api will try to apply some quick HDR+ processing with the visual core chip. This is beta stuff..more info is required....

Sent from my Pixel 2
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] aligatro2010:
HDR+ mode.

I am not really good at photography, but this is what I took recently.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] giant22000:
Nice pic! Really shows how good this camera is at extreme dark and lighted area's while not over or underexposing the picture.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] ApoelEllhnwn:
The best camera ever!!!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] neutronjeff:
Horrible shot on first day

I don't know what I did wrong but my first attempt at a snapshot I really wanted with this was horrible.

It was on all auto as far as I know. Like I said, my second day with the device.

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[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] WibblyW:
Was it in low light (image is quite noisy) and with an external light shining right on the camera lens (from the top left, causing the 'fogged' look)? Any camera would struggle like this in those circumstances.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] neutronjeff:
No, indoors at a restaurant. Internal flash on auto.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] mrwahblah:
Beyond impressed with this phone.

Also in case anyone is curious his name is Theo.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] shubham_meher:
Some day to day captures
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] jascolli:
Awesome pic. I love dogs!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] ghettopops:
Close up.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] GTOJim:
12 year old Kitty in my lap last night, edited with phone.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] :
Awesome!

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Beautiful shot!
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] giant22000:
HDR+ Enhanced. No flash.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] GTOJim:
Woman's Pocket Watch

Small Woman's Pocket Watch. It belonged to my Grandfathers aunt, who raised him. Given to me in the early 70's by Grandfather.

Open Camera app zoom feature was used for these images.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] GTOJim:
Wrist Watch & Penny Closeup

Close up of my wrist watch and a penny. I've worn the watch every day for 22 years, didn't realize how bad beat up the case looks.

Zoom feature of the Open Camera App used.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] hudy:
Botanical garden

Botanical garden Liberec
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] kozzyh:
Since upgrading to Oreo 8.1 I've found that the rear camera Portrait mode has got worse. Prior to the upgrade the bokeh was very good...now I find that the bokeh is patchy and I don't seem to get a decent blurred background shot. Anybody else find this?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] morpheus620:
Google Pixel 2 with Portrait Mode.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skip24ftlb:
No issue here with 8.1. Is the camera glass clean ?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] kozzyh:
Hi yes it is clean.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] nageshv24:
Edited on Lightroom Mobile & Snapseed
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] WibblyW:
All with portrait mode on, natural light and edited in Google Photos
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] derpko:
my retropie minicade taken with pixel 2
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] jithuelad:
Pixel 2, Portrait mode, Snapseed.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Corduroy-21:
Any tips for low-light photos? The absence of manual settings is not nice. Do you use HDR all the time for low-light?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] skip24ftlb:
What's the easiest way of sharing pics please ?
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] orangepowerpokes:
Didn't think this would work, but I knew I had a Pixel 2 camera, so thought I'd try. I got the model number printed on a fluorescent light bulb, with the bulb turned ON!

And of coarse, Google Lens took care of the rest :D
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] CayenneGTS:
General question to everyone that's taken lots of pics so far, have you experimented using the flash or are most of your low light pics with the flash off? I'm curious to know what your experience has been generally in low light using the flash and if its better to keep it off or not in such situations. I just got the XL 2 and absolutely love it! :)
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] cosp79:
Very difficult conditions, people were dancing and a big fire was lighting from the right side.

The pictures captured the athmosphere there :)
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] Fadelight:
Low light shot. (Pitch black night, middle of the woods. Only light is the headlights on the snowmobile). All settings auto, point and shoot. Nothing fancy. HDR set to auto.

Also, I'll toss this one out there for people who have been discussing temperatures... It was -10 F.

I was happy.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] nageshv24:
I had Nexus 6P and now Pixel 2. Used to have HDR+ always on 6P and in the Pixel 2 I enable 'HDR+ Enhanced' especially in low light. Pictures don't disappoint!!

I keep the flash always off.
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] nageshv24:
Edited a bit in Snapseed
[Google Pixel 2 Guides, News, & Discussion] ric0n408:
Wholefoods bathroom Haight Ashbury SF