If you want a phone with a 5x zoom, make sure you’ve got big hands

[Redaktion]

What was once considered "big" in smartphone terms is now the norm in the industry. But one feature seems to be tied specificially to the size of the screen. If you don't like big phones, don't expect to be on the cutting edge of photography. Long zoom cameras are reserved for those with deep pockets and big hands only.

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[Yuggal]

No use of 5X zoom if there is no portait mode. And as of now only iPhone 15 pro max has this feature.

[Free Rеminder]

Hello, here's you free reminder that phones will never be as good as mirrorless cameras, let alone DSLRs.

[Shawn]

No use of 5X zoom if there is no portait mode. And as of now only iPhone 15 pro max has this feature.

Why would you need portrait mode when using 5x zoom?

[Logoffon]

Hello, here's you free reminder that phones will never be as good as mirrorless cameras, let alone DSLRs.

I'd rather have a paid reminder. How much would you cost for that?

[YUKI93]

Why would you need portrait mode when using 5x zoom?

Longer focal length means less distortion and more natural bokeh.

[YUKI93]

Hello, here's you free reminder that phones will never be as good as mirrorless cameras, let alone DSLRs.

It still has a LONG way to completely replace the DSLR/Mirrorless camera, especially when it comes to true optical zooming. But as a point-and-shoot replacement, it's already here.