https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDWXeR0av6A&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Pretty good.
Is this the stock camera apk or did you install the HQ mod? -- which everyone still seems to be on the fence about if it actually indeed makes a difference. Furthermore, what's the average bitrate of the video?
I'm very impressed with not only the video, but the audio recording too. I've seen many clips like this on youtube where the horns are so loud that it totally gets distorted in the recording. Not so much on the LTE! And believe me, the horns were LOUD. There were about 80 of them standing about 15 feet away.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jbgxf5DHIUc
edit: this is using stock, unrooted evo, default camera settings.
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I'm very impressed with not only the video, but the audio recording too. I've seen many clips like this on youtube where the horns are so loud that it totally gets distorted in the recording. Not so much on the LTE! And believe me, the horns were LOUD. There were about 80 of them standing about 15 feet away.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jbgxf5DHIUc
edit: this is using stock, unrooted evo, default camera settings.
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That really is impressive. The audio quality is insane compared to most devices out there.
How did you make it 3D on YouTube? Did you convert it to 3D somehow or did the phone record in 3D through magic? *explodes*
Yes this is the stock camera from the EVO 4g LTE n idk about the other questions
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My video is actually not 3D
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Here's one I took at night - this seems to do substantially better than 1st gen GoPro cameras (both in video quality and audio quality).
I have yet to square it up against the latest gopro but that should be soon.
This was late at night, so it was quite dark out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siUVpg7YLB4
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I had the Evo and the camcorder and camera quality was terrible. They advertise 8MP camera and 720P video, but if you compare the pictures and video to an Iphone4 you'll see it's no where near the quality for clarity, sound quality, low light, etc. I've been scouring the net looking for tests of the Thunderbolt camera/camcorder and cannot find anything. I suspect that it is exactly the same as the Evo's. Anyone have any details?
What makes the iPhone better isn't the camera, its the hdr effect
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What makes the iPhone better isn't the camera, its the hdr effect
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Nah, I have the iPhone4 and before the update that added HDR (which stores both versions of pictures so you can compare) it was better than my EVO, especially the video. I'm probably going to be picking up the Thunderbolt so this is a curiosity for me as well, though it's not a dealbreaker.
I have been asking myself this very question.
I'm kind of expecting the quality to be very similar, if not the same, as the Inspire 4G.
Both phones are very similar (in hardware design anyway) and are being released fairly close to one another.
I've actually seen a few videos floating around on youtube and I have to say, I'm pretty impressed with the quality of the video that the Inspire takes compared to my Dinc.
Having said that, the audio still needs some work, but I don't think that the Inspire has a noise canceling mic like the Thunderbolt has so I'm really hoping that the sound is much better on the Thunderbolt.
Only time will tell.
Hello,
I'm thinking about picking up this phone, I'm upgrading from dInc. GN would be my number 1 choice as a tinkerer, but having young kids camera quality is taking priority at this time.
The back camera looks very good from sample pictures and specs, but I also plan to do quite a bit of video calling using the front camera and haven't seen as much written regarding it.
Can anyone say whether Google talk with video works with the front camera? Skype with video? Google+ hangouts? and how is the video quality of each over 4g?
Basically any information about the front camera that you think may be relevant to a prospective buyer.
Thanks,
Kyle
I have only made a few video calls, all have been over WiFi. I can say the quality of my video was better than that of my moms Inc2. I used Skype for that call. On GTalk video call to a Bionic the Rezound still had superior quality in all aspects(video and audio). The camera's are both definitely great! The rear camera isn't meant to take pics in the pitch dark like some people assumed they meant with the term "low light", but it does take really good pics with the flash(which doesn't lag!). It does a really good job of focusing on the point you choose and adjusting the lighting accordingly. I was very satisfied with the camera abilities!
As far as calls over 4G, it is going to depend on your signal strength how good the call is going to be. At least over WiFi you can be certain it will remain consistent.
Hey Kyle,
I just uploaded a Youtube video taking a look at the camera here: (search Youtube using the words in quotes and it should come up along with my quick review. Sorry can't post links yet!)
"htc rezound camera review derekisthematrix"
I grabbed the Rezound vs. waiting for GN because of the manual control with the camera.
I have successfully tested the front camera with Google Talk and Skype and it works pretty well. Had one crash of Skype but was able to talk to my folks for 1 hr+ without problems. According to Skype call details my frame rate on Wifi and 4G were both ~15 fps BUT my received resolution on Wifi was 320x240 vs. 160x120 on 4G. (I get 0 to 1 bars of 4G at my house). I wouldn't let the low res discourage you though, according to callers on the other end, the Rezound was clearer and had a higher framerate than my AMD Fusion powered laptop.
Haven't tried Hangouts yet.
Also, there's no autofocus on the front camera (that I've found) but focal distance is ~4 inches to infiniti.
Hope this helps!
Derek
That helps a lot, thank you both!
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To me Google talk tends to me crappy quality sometimes and delayed. I test it with my brother on a droid 3 in Wyoming, while I'm in nj, so maybe distance has to do with it, cuz when we talk cell phone to cell phone sometimes its delayed as well.
Skypes quality looked better but didn't fill the screen like talk did.
Idownloaded Qik and wanna test that next.
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I have us Qik before, the only problem with their service is that most people that I would video call use stock apps, lol.
i'd love to use stock app such as google talk, because it just makes sense..however, the quality wasn't that great. maybe it's cuz i only tried with one person, but who knows
Quality was great for me.
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To me Google talk tends to me crappy quality sometimes and delayed. I test it with my brother on a droid 3 in Wyoming, while I'm in nj, so maybe distance has to do with it, cuz when we talk cell phone to cell phone sometimes its delayed as well.
Skypes quality looked better but didn't fill the screen like talk did.
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Double tap on the video and it will fill the whole screen on Skype.
I use skype more than the others. Not sure why, but when using it and testing with my tablet. The video quality from this phone seems pretty darn good, better that what was coming from the tablet. The light settings also adjust nicely.
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Hey Kyle,
I just uploaded a Youtube video taking a look at the camera here: (search Youtube using the words in quotes and it should come up along with my quick review. Sorry can't post links yet!)
"htc rezound camera review derekisthematrix"
I grabbed the Rezound vs. waiting for GN because of the manual control with the camera.
I have successfully tested the front camera with Google Talk and Skype and it works pretty well. Had one crash of Skype but was able to talk to my folks for 1 hr+ without problems. According to Skype call details my frame rate on Wifi and 4G were both ~15 fps BUT my received resolution on Wifi was 320x240 vs. 160x120 on 4G. (I get 0 to 1 bars of 4G at my house). I wouldn't let the low res discourage you though, according to callers on the other end, the Rezound was clearer and had a higher framerate than my AMD Fusion powered laptop.
Haven't tried Hangouts yet.
Also, there's no autofocus on the front camera (that I've found) but focal distance is ~4 inches to infiniti.
Hope this helps!
Derek
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Nice review, thanks.
I picked 1 up and have been very happy with the video quality, I've mostly used skype and it worked out very well.
thanks for the input everyone
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I'm very interested in purchasing this phone and camera/video is important to me. I see in other threads that the still photo quality can be improved through software but what about audio of recorded videos? Every YouTube sample video that I've seen you can barely hear the audio and it is very thin sounding. For those that have the phone, any comments on audio recorded through the video camera and how to improve it?
Phone seems awesome otherwise.
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Why do you want DNA if you care about camera/video 920-iPhone 5-preview are your best bet.
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They are not the most important thing. I'm not a fan of IOS or Windows phone. Looking for the overall best android package. Display, Reception, Performance, Camera, and others are all factors. I think I understand the limitations of the phone for the most part. Trying to characterize the video quality by getting input from owners.
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Dare I state the obvious? Get whichever 'phone you like as a 'phone, then go out and spend $100 on a dedicated point-and-shoot camera.
No matter how bad a point-and-shoot camera is, it'll still be better than the best mobile 'phone camera on the market today, for the simple fact that a tiny lens (used out of necessity in 'phones) will never be able to match the visual clarity of a proper lens.
I'll only ever use my 'phone camera for taking very crude snapshots to remind myself of things (like the serial numbers of equipment I'm repairing). If I need to take an impromptu photo, I'll use my Panasonic point-and-shoot with Leica lens. If I need to take a proper photo, I'll use my Konica-Minolta DSLR.
Much like buying a bicycle and expecting it to propel you along at highway speeds, I think people're expecting a little too much of the tiny lenses and sensors in mobile 'phones. Be thankful that they're there, but don't ever expect them to be proper photographic tools.
BTW, sorry if this sounds like a dig at you - it's not - it's merely the culmination of spending too much time reading people's expectations of not-meant-for-anything-but-happy-snaps cameras.
I understand what you are saying. Just trying to figure out if the volume of the videos taken is as loud as it gets (per you tube videos/ at the store) or if there is some sort of workaround available. Hopefully someone with first hand knowledge can chime in.
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nice guy
You can fix all the problems of the default camera by using 3rd party software. Presently I'm using Camera 360 Ultimate to take still shots and Camera ZOOM FX to take video (360 doesn't take video). DON'T use the crapware that comes from HTC.
For video playback, use MX Player. After installation, check all boxes under hardware encoding. Change the CPU cores to 4 and the color depth to 32-bit. Click on a movie to start playback then go into settings. Turn the brightness all the way up and Walla! Crystal clear, beautifully colored movie watching!
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You can fix all the problems of the default camera by using 3rd party software. Presently I'm using Camera 360 Ultimate to take still shots and Camera ZOOM FX to take video (360 doesn't take video). DON'T use the crapware that comes from HTC.
For video playback, use MX Player. After installation, check all boxes under hardware encoding. Change the CPU cores to 4 and the color depth to 32-bit. Click on a movie to start playback then go into settings. Turn the brightness all the way up and Walla! Crystal clear, beautifully colored movie watching!
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Thanks Doc, so Camera Zoom FX produces satisfactory audio levels for video recording. That's the info I was looking for.
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I went to a show last night and took some videos.
The audio recording on this thing is terrible.
I go to a lot of metal shows, and have been able to capture the action beautifully in the past. This was not even close to a metal show in volume, and the audio sucked.
Coming from an Atrix 4g which handled loud recording like a champ, this is quite a let down.
I remember that video recording at shows worked best on any stock based rom for the Atrix. Trying it with Cm, the audio would come out crappy.
I think the reason it is so bad is because the mic sensitivity is way too high. Does anyone know how to reduce it?
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Even semi loud recording is terrible... Wasn't sure if it was the app or the phone at the time.
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im on the same boat at the moment, my S2 is a champ at it when it comes to loud audio recording and my OG is supposedly going to be my new vlog cam for the car, looks like ill have to invest in something different
There is a mod that was posted that'll enhance camera / video and audio recording. I've noticed a huge increase in quality in all 3 aspects. Check the dev section.
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the last phone i had that could handle high quality recordings was a nokia n97 4 years ago, since then the 4 phones i had were crap compared.
I would recomend an external mic to record concerts, that's what i do.
here u have some info http://goo.gl/57vRX
could you post up a video for reference? i'm curious how the video itself looks.
i personally use my work phone (iphone 4s) which does great except for bass clipping. it is better to use a separate voice recorder (i use an Olympus WS-210S which works fantastic).
Here are some samples...
First is an Arkona show from last March. This was shot with the Atrix and the sound is amazing... for a phone.
Scroll to 1 min for when the loud stuff starts.
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10100149084290934&set=vb.25307619&type=3
Next is Whiskey Folk Ramblers shot a few weeks ago with the LGOG. AUDIO SUCKS!~
https://plus.google.com/photos/1064...49/5841262892004138098?authkey=CJjGycy6qPGddA
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Here are some samples...
First is an Arkona show from last March. This was shot with the Atrix and the sound is amazing... for a phone.
Scroll to 1 min for when the loud stuff starts.
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10100149084290934&set=vb.25307619&type=3
Next is Whiskey Folk Ramblers shot a few weeks ago with the LGOG. AUDIO SUCKS!~
https://plus.google.com/photos/1064...49/5841262892004138098?authkey=CJjGycy6qPGddA
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Good grief. The OG is absolutely TERRIBLE. It's a distortion fest.
I really think the mic gain needs to be turned down...
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Thanks - that is pure crap. Much worse than anything I have ever heard.
LG fail.
Any one using the nexus 4 mode see any improvement in sound recording
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I wonder if the boeffla sound app will help once we get a custom kernel you can control mic sensitivity
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Just picked up this phone a week ago and I was very sceptical at first. Being a long time Samsung user and a fan of TW I'd thought I couldn't get used to the Sense..
But the phone is still in my hands. Not because of battery life, or screen. But because of the amazing sound out of those tiny speakers. Today I went to a local air show and thought I'd see how the mic's would enjoy some extreme loud scenarios.
As you will here, the One does exceptionally well. I've taken many cell phones to concert events and hockey games that just can't record properly when under anything loud.
This is also by far the loudest I have ever recorded a video before. The video does not do it justice. A F-18 flying that close, I can't describe it. You can feel it in your chest.
Anyways, enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e7VeKXztMeo&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Definitely impressive. I love this phone and it's sound recording
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Amazing!
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This is also by far the loudest I have ever recorded a video before. The video does not do it justice. A F-18 flying that close, I can't describe it. You can feel it in your chest.
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Hi, I've got also a HTC One and I film often concerts, loud car actions (drift, drag), or air shows (real planes and also gas and jet model planes).
Only my biggest hand cam (Pana X900) can reproduce the sound like it, the others get overdriven.
My main problem is, the videos have a low compression (high bitrate, about 15,5 Mbps), which is not surely needed in each case, and eats the memory..
Do you have any idea or experience, how to lower the compression, wihout changing the HD-resolution?
Or which is the currently most useful video converter, my RiverPast Video Cleaner and BoilSoft converter are unable to make an easy batch conversion.
Thanks in advance!
mikklosh said:
Hi, I've got also a HTC One and I film often concerts, loud car actions (drift, drag), or air shows (real planes and also gas and jet model planes).
Only my biggest hand cam (Pana X900) can reproduce the sound like it, the others get overdriven.
My main problem is, the videos have a low compression (high bitrate, about 15,5 Mbps), which is not surely needed in each case, and eats the memory..
Do you have any idea or experience, how to lower the compression, wihout changing the HD-resolution?
Or which is the currently most useful video converter, my RiverPast Video Cleaner and BoilSoft converter are unable to make an easy batch conversion.
Thanks in advance!
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Honestly, no. I am mainly a photographer, and had my DSLR at the show. I by chance tried a video on the HTC One when the jet made the closest pass. Unfortunately I didn't have the nice cam out to get some close ups.
If your asking how to lower the compression on the video recording for the HTC One itself, you would need a custom ROM and a developer out there. I've seen such things done on my old Note 2 but none for this phone.
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Saw HTC in person at bestbuy. I have to say it is a beautiful phone.