Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra - Camera First look and Pro Photographers Tips
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A quick video showing some photos and giving some tips how to take advantage of the new camera features of the S21 Ultra. The S21 has introduced new Zoom lenses, and while this is a quick first test of the S21, it shows how I go about shooting and shows some real world examples of the camera in the phone.
Do let me know if you find the information useful
Contents:
0:00 - Intro
0:31 - Cameras
0:48 - Main Camera 108 MP Samples
1:06 - Sunrise Photoshoot and Examples of All lenses
2:14 - Bright Night Mode
3:01 - Space Zoom 3x and 10x optical zoom.
5:13 - Directors View
5:50 - Single Take 2.0
7:00 - Display
8:13 - Battery
8:24 - Outro
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Finally a review with someone who actually uses the camera instead of comparing selfies and lightroom enhanced scenes
I'll be sure to do a review of camera properly this was just to show quick whats possible
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@@robmulally hello. Since you offered: what is your take on the fact that the S21 uses the main lens in a 2x crop instead of the 3x telephoto in portrait mode. Wouldn't it be better to have the option to choose the zoom lens?
@@bernardobaldissera I'm guessing the higher resolution coupled with the sensors allows for a more accurate simulated depth of field effect etc. But that's just a guess.
Finally! Someone who knows how to use the camera app properly! 👏 Keep the good work
Thats very kind thanks Dimitris
He's reading from a script.
Tried to make this a little different with some shooting tips included. If that helps even 1 person I'll be happy! UPDATE: Sorry you tube hasn't processed the 4K footage just says pending no idea why! Edit Update to the Update looks like 4k is processed now.
Thank you so much for the video, especially for the tips: the split of the exposure in pro mode is so important. I like also that you mentioned that the 10x zoom is also about taking picture that you won't be able to take with the other lenses. I would be using it for taking portrait pictures from my girls instead of using the actual artificial portrait mode. Not sure whether you knew this: taking videos with rear and front camera simultaneously was available back in Galaxy S5 before Samsung ditched it. I used it often on roller coasters with my kids, but also for filming them on stage and the audience at the same time.
How do you feel about the control over DOF with the small sensor? Is the AI capable of creating believable shallow DOF with more complex objects than human heads/busts?
Thanks , it helps. I can't wait to upgrade from s20+ to s21 ultra
Nice job man, i see this test since i was 10 years old and you bumped things up with that live shooting scenes. Wish you the best
@@seanburns1972 Cheers!
This phone’s cameras are the perfect example of “I don’t need it but I want it”. Great job Rob showcasing the fantastic quality here. I thought maybe there was an embargo on camera samples.
I thought so too but I've seen a lot of photo examples posted today so far hidden in peoples impressions videos
True! and at the rate tech is released we have that feeling almost weekly now! I work closely with Samsung and I'm actually not aware of any camera samples embargo specifically just the first look and review/comparison distinction. Its a good point to raise. And I did ask before publishing just to be sure.
I have noticed more and more too.
@@robmulally wow that’s good news. Hope to see more from your camera samples soon.😎
@@robmulally does the new Samsung have that softening of the skin tone that almost looks airbrushed in less than ideal lighting?
thank you ,thank you, we need a training course for this phone, I appreciate this because I am trying to get better a taking pictures, looking forward to other classes, stay bless
2:33 I can't believe that a phone can take night sight pics like this. I'm blown away by the details it put.
the cameras are really impressive woww
yeah its gonig to be a lot of fun to play with and keep experimenting.
@@robmulally Thanks for the well put together review! What differences have you noticed since the software update?
Still the best upload about s21 ultra camera. Thanks dude.
Very kind thanks
When all tech youtubers do the unboxing, here's one tech youtuber who jumps right away to camera review! 🥰👏👏👏
I just jumped into what I care about the most haha
Most comprehensive smartphone camera video I've seen so far. Its good to see someone who knows photography and how to take advantage of the phone's features.
Brilliant video. Liked and subscribed! You 'scratched the surface' quite deeply in that short space of time and explored some of the killer features already! It's great to get a pro photographer perspective who doesn't look down on the new smartphone tech and actually appreciates what it can do! Intelligent & incisive. Your channel deserves to keep on growing!
RIP Other smartphone cameras I wish "Tech" reviewers could review the camera as you did
They can with more time but they also give more real world look. I was doing from a enthusiast perspective.
Huawei p40 pro plus and Google Pixel 5 are a beast
Main two things I learnt from this video 1. I gotta upgrade my S10 5G for S21 Ultra 2. Even though I'm living in Sydney for more than 4 years I've never been to any of these places other than harbourside. Anyway great job! Cheers mate! 🍻
i'M so looking forward to my S21 ultra black arriving, like a kid :-D in a wheelchair so zoom is a nice tool for me!
oh wow i never thought of that ! thats a really useful thing, do you ever take photos of stuff far away so you can read it ? i've done that with Menu's before haha
@@robmulally Well, made this during breakfast, its lovely weather today just to give you an idea of zoom, made in a hurry kzhead.info/sun/lceClN6FmWN6las/bejne.html
on a trip when I wish I had better phone, hope to go there one more time in my life kzhead.info/sun/ZtB7h9B5ZJ6fm6c/bejne.html
The best phone camera review I've ever seen. Thanks for the tip with standing back and zooming in!
Nicely done. Just discovered you and really appreciate what you said and how you described what was going on. I've been using my Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra since it first came out and discover new features every day. Your accent falls nicely on these ears used to Philadelphia PA USA accents! Thanks!
Finally a good video for s21 ultra's camera!!👌Well done mate , greets from Greece 🇬🇷
Cheers glad you think it's a good first look! Can't wait to spend more time with it so I can try for some better shots
man you just sold me on the s21 ultra camera after watching tons of videos i was mah nothing new but after 9 min in your video im sold out great job mate. keep it up like/sub
oh thanks! what phone you using now?
@@robmulally i have an iphone 12 pro max as my main and a pixel 4xl as my android part and i was looking to buy a s21 the think is i like the s21 plus looks way better the ultra not so much from the back but i do like good photos so i may have to but the ultra only for the camera
Exactly what I was looking for, AMAZING job
Great work on the video 👍 And thank you for highlighting the great camera features! Best video I have seen so far! I liked and subscribed 🙂
You are definitely doing some good and unique stuff here. Pretty well depicted. Subscribed!
oh thanks! hopefully I can continue, let me know if you want any thing covered in the next video.
This is the best phone featuring video I have ever seen with such great detailing.
Thats a huge compliment thanks so much!
You are the best tech presenter I've seen on KZhead and so easy on the eye!!!!
I just recently discovered your channel and I wanted to say thanks for your incredible and helpful videos. As a person who never had a regular point and shoot camera, I really appreciate what you have done for the cellphone camera community. Keep up the great work!
thanks i'll try to keep making more i have a lot of things i can teach from my face to face workshops i've done. keep the questions comming.
Great focus on the camera! Thanks! Better then any big channel first impressions so far!
Very kind
This is the best explanation I've seen of this phones camera(s) capabilities, brilliant, thank you. You've helped me make my purchasing decision a lot easier. I'm sold.
Cheers peter thats a wonderful comment, I tried to do a little more than list features hopefully you took something away from it.
@@robmulally Yes, great tip on using the 10x zoom to make objects and people appear closer to each other than they really are. Often wondered how that was done.
man, I enjoyed every second of your video I didn't even fast forward a bit as I used to do. your video was fun, concise, and informative I love it
Ahh thanks so much, I"ll try and do taht for the next one! should be on Pro mode and comming soon!
I love your vibe dude, your video just popped up on my suggestions randomly and I'm glad I clicked it! Very informative, great tips and a super chill vibe. Just subscribed!
Ahh thanks Jamie, I'm going to make another video so if anything you want to learn let me know.
@@robmulally I have one question, before I got this new phone (s21 ultra) I had the note 20 ultra. With the note if I held the phone steady enough on night mode it would initiate a 20 second mode, I haven't got a chance to try it on this one yet but it's a feature I loved, maybe you can try it on yours and mention it in your next video if it is still there or if it has been removed. Thanks for the reply, I can't wait for your next video
Wow, so incredibly impressed! Not just with the quality of video/editing, but the way you used the phone and ideas you had for different compositions... Just very different from what most KZheadrs say, where they just dismiss a zoom lens because they'd rather have the ultrawide, or 'don't need to zoom'. Glad I found this video, subbed for more!
Oh hey! i'm Glad you found it useful!
I enjoyed the photography tutorial. Cheers Mate!!
Cheers Mike! makes it worth the while to get up at 4am and goto sunrise :)
Glad I came across your video in my feed such a different style to the usual KZheadr's I watch. Thanks for the info and tips can't wait to get my phone end of the month.
Very welcome Jamie glad you appreciated the difference. What you like to take photos of?
@@robmulally I mainly use my phone camera for landscape or pet photography. I have tried to do astro a couple of times but never been happy with the results really not knowing what I'm doing lol. Cloudy skies here in the UK don't help
Really love your approach, mate! Showing people around the camera app, pro mode, tips, etc. It's different and great!
Excellent overview. Appreciate how you recorded the screen at the same time so we can see how it all works in the UI.
Very welcome I'll try to always do that. Been a few requests for more so let me know if you have any questions
Im so impress but i couldnt afford it anyways but atleast i could watch people happy with their phones.
Making me feel bad now 😪
Ah that sucks what phone do you have now. Let's try make some epic images with what you have let me know.
@@robmulally well I'm not him, but I use a Samsung A31
I'm going to Spectrum to get my S21Ultra and it's only $50 a month US...and 1 gig of internet is $15 a month so $65 all in. That's the cheapest I found for this phone..good luck☕
Finally a proper camera review of the S21 Ultra. I think I want one now.
Very concise but understandable. Wow, one of the BEST reviews I've seen.
Subscribed instantly after this video as it is so good. Hopefully there will be more tips on mobile photography in the future.
yeah there will be! thanks for the feedback, i'm keeping notes from comments about what people are interested in so if you think of an idea let me know !
@@robmulally Thanks Rob. It will be great if you can share some tips on mobile photography in urban environment and natural environment (like coast, forest, etc). The tips on using zoom lens to make the object seems closer are very useful. All these tips will be so useful when going on holidays.
Personally, Two years ago, when I traveled to Sydney with my family when I was 17 years old, I took a lot of pictures there at the Botanic Garden. This camera is better than iphone 12 pro max. Contrast and colour sense are really impoved than last year. Well made video and great job! Greetings from SK🇰🇷👍
Agree the samsung galaxy s21 ultra takes better pictures than the iPhone 12 pro max. I just switched from iPhone to samsung, and loving it
Having a s21 ultra and watching your video on it, pleasure's all mine ❤
Really enjoyed this video, picked up some useful info
Fantastic video man. I absolutely love what you said about the zoom being a compositional tool, not to just see things closer. Couldn’t agree more! I often use the 5x zoom on my note 20 ultra for that exact purpose, not just to zoom in to something to see it. But having the 3x AND the 10x on the s21 ultra is gonna be special, 5x zoom can sometimes be too much and then also too little. Can’t wait for my s21 ultra to arrive! Subbed to you man :)
Oh thanks yeah its great to meet like minded people via youtube ! and yeah optical zoom is a huge deal. I noticed they do really well in good lighting conditions and mixed as it gets darker so need to experiment more with whats going on there.
@@robmulally ye 100% man. You definitely seemed to talk a lot of sense in this video, I related to a lot of it! Ye I think in ideal lighting they're perfect but because their apertures are normally much smaller it can be tricky in other than bright conditions! Really can't wait to get shooting with the ultra. Can you do anything on the macro mode? I don't think it's its too close, up to maybe 5cm? Just wondering if you've found it quite good? Supposedly it switches to it when you get closer to a subject.
Great video Rob! 👍🏻Cant wait for my s21 ultra now :)
oh thank you! not long now! what colour did you order?
@@robmulally Phantom Black 😍
Very good review, keep it that way nice and simple, thank you a lot !
A great video and a very complete first impression review. You have a new subscriber.
Thank you so much for review, I'm getting it today with galaxy buds pro as preorder gift..😍, And man.. that boomerang on beach with skateboard was awesome.
I'm so excited about the Buds Pro! i haven't tried them yet. and thanks year its fun to experiment with the single take!
I just discovered your channel , this is the first video I've watched, it's really helpful thanks for your efforts hope you make more similar videos. You deserve a ( like ) and a ( subscribe) 🇩🇿
Very kind thanks! feedback welcomed as I want to make as many useful videos as possible! what other topics interest you? photography drones?
@@robmulally Yes for sure I'm interested in Mobile photography, Drone photography, Gimbals... btw your videos are already useful. Im trying your tips after I watched the video
@@robmulally I hope you can make more tutorials on how to take photos with SG S21 Ultra. Good work! 🙂👍
@@youceflakehal6275 rjala zina
Some good info here. Learned a few things I hadn't seen on other reviews. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for a great tour in the camera and video👌🙏❤️
Shit, you had it during NYE? That's incredible. I remember your photos on reddit.
yeah, I had work to do so couldn't take heaps of photos we had 9 cameras setup, so I just ran a 4K 60 video! its was so hard to decide what to run. maybe in hindsight i should have done 8k ! but i decided for slow mo 60fps.
@@robmulally Absolutely made the right choice. 8K historically isn't that much more detailed, Slowmo 4K was a great call :)
This phone is capable in the hands of an expert. I like the results really its more than capable.
Cheers! glad you found it useful.
Thankyou I just got the phone and I never explore the features but today I did and learned some things from you 🤗
First real camera review i see online. Great job mate!
just a quick look i'll do an actual review later.
@@robmulally can't wait!
I think this channel will be interesting..... Like from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
thanks!
@@robmulally You welcome 💪🏻✔
Thank you for mentioning the zoom trick. I use it a lot. You do have to stand a fair bit away from your subject, but it works well. I can't wait to see what I can do with the 10x zoom.
Ahh cool! yeah im sure a lot do but I don't hear any youtubers talking about it so wanted to really point it out.
Very informative video! And slick production 👌
Hi Rob, hello from Vancouver Island Canada 🇨🇦. Just discovered your channel and great video. So you got a new subscriber. I use currently the Samsung s20 ultra and love it. I already learned a few things from this video and look forward to more. Cheers
I'm looking forward to you doing a video on Pro Mode for the S21 Ultra!
I am too! Haha now that people are so interested!
Hi the wide lens is 24mm, and 3 times will be 72mm, not 26mm and 260mm.
You seem to be very impressed with the Camera features and I can see why. Look forward to seeing more . Thank you 👍
Great quality video, thank you for putting this together! 🤙🏾
You are very welcome
Just amazing man !!! Just ordered the phone. !! You just made my decision alot easier ! #followed !
oh cool! what you upgrading from?
And me, I'm upgrading from the S20 ultra because the focus just does not work on mine. I have to shake the phone to get it to focus. I like using zoom so the 21 looks like a good upgrade even of the rest of the phone won't be much, I still get a good trade in price.
You helped me with ease of mind cause I already ordered before watching your vid. I'm coming from and yes this is correct. An iPhone 4s I've had going on 9 years. Bout time I upgraded.
@@badzilla1173 you don't want to stay on Apple's eco system?
It's a decent Eco but I feel like Samsung offers more right now for the price and it seems a lot more customizable for the person. Figured I'd try it since the iPhone 12 doesn't really do anything to draw me in. Only real benefit of Apple I see is the longevity of each phone with support but that seems to be changing on samsungs side a lil.
Good one mate 👍
Thanks so much.
@@robmulally has Samsung fixed the blurry image capture with moving subjects?
@@ssaini5028 they have but sadly this video is fake.
@@BITC0NNECT haha great username.
@@ssaini5028 I just got an system update on my S21 ultra and my pictures are awesome. I'm getting clear pictures at 100x now
Good to have a review by a photographer, kinda gota know what you're talking about! Also, thanx for being great eye candy! 😁👍
Great review Rob! Thank you!
Can't wait for my s21 ultra. Great video.
glad you like it! what colour did you order?
@@robmulally silver. Have your received any updates since you have your device.
The galaxy just destroyed the IPhone 12 pro AGAIN
i mean considering the Iphone 12 pro wasn't even better than the s20 ultra this was expected
Not an apple fanboy, but wouldny you normally compare it with the pro max and not just the pro?
@@therainbowpoopp they are pretty much the same just some slight tweaks to the Pro Max's ultra wide I think
@@therainbowpoopp pro and pro max has the same camera dummy
@@pigeon3398 do your homework mate
Thanks for this. I love my s21 ultra and I'm always looking for tips to get the best use from it.
I was just waiting for video like this 👍 thanks
“The camera can see things that I couldn’t” Ghostbusters and Big Foot hunters: *heavy breathing*
hahah lucky the zoom can't see the edge of the earth.
Naw bigfoot is blurry
@@robmulally huawei p50 will do that for you
Bigfoot wears an auto photo scrambler
Hope I will develop a skills like yours,,,, that subject instinct you know,,, thanks for this video Rob
Ah my advice is to just pic two things you can see and try and tell a story, a cup and the sink or a tree an a mountain. there doesn't always have to be a reason but it can really help when you are learning or not sure what to take photos of, just have a "pretend" client.
U need to travel
Ordered an Ultra based on the camera and stumbled across this video while research tips and tricks. Very informative, thanks!
Wow never seen a review like this before, learned a lot thanks🙂
Hands down, incredible camera phone, but as a photographer do you regard these camera images as highly as images you'd capture with your Mirrorless or DSLR?
I don't compare them. For me Quality of the photo isn't measured in resolution is measured by the reaction people have to it, go pro , SLR, drone. Its what you take, how you take it , how you edit it and where you post it. Every camera has its limitations so best to master each so you are always prepared.
well said
The best camera is the one you have on you ;-) Ultimately these phones don't compare but are usually the only camera on you
@@robmulally true. I’ve shot street photography with mid-range Samsung phones. I love how it is so portable yet still produce high quality images, on top of being just a powerful machine for everyday use, gaming which I get conscious doing now on my iPhone 11. This is my real dream phone the S21+/S21 Ultra.
Subbed & Great videos! I love detailed specific videos like mathphotographer and now you! I am going to try out the S21 Ultra because I love zoom photography in my pocket, but I feel it is still behind The P40 Pro in both Hardware & Software. Smaller sensor, no RYYB sensor(s), no Multi Spectrum sensor. Software is also going to be hard to part with and the lack of; Pro Mode Raw zoom photo, Leica Monochrome modes, Light painting modes (real time), and Slow Motion 256x has insane quality with the RYYB sensor. Questions; Has Samsung added raw 108mp photos? Nightmode with all 4 cameras? ISO in picture mode still 6,400 (p40pro 409,600!)? THANK YOU!
I've just bought a s21 ultra yesterday and I'm waiting to arrive, very excited and anxious, thanks for the vid with a lot of nice photos from this smartphone ( now I want it more yet kkkkkk )! I appreciate.
Oh cool! I'm excited for you
Finally! A legitimate review, this is the best (and most thorough and authentic) review I've seen and I went out and bought one for myself. Coming on the 9th of February, can't wait!!!
ahh how exciting, you going to take it somewhere fun to celebrate? sunset? sunrise?
For people like me who don't have a real camera, this is amazing! Digital zoom is almost always unusable! My next phone will probably be a S21 Ultra or Note 21 Ultra if it takes to another level!
Who says this isn't a real camera.... ?
Excellent video, really enjoyed the presentation. Subbed ;)
Awesome, thank you!
Brilliant video. Great tips. 10 out of 10. Thank you.
this is the best camera review of s21 ultra ever!
This phone looks amazing
I'm keen to know more about how u bring distant stuff close together with the Zoom
I think i will do a dedicated video on this, I did add this to one of my instagram Reels but i think in need to do for youtube: instagram.com/p/CH4tJIXhdsJ/
I think he explained it well enough, but it's not something I had considered before. I even stopped the video to show my wife that bit. Definitely going to try using that more in vacation photos.
Because when he zoom out he switches to ultra wide from which things look much further
Fantastic Video ! Thank you so much Rob
You are very welcome
Looking forward to getting this now and it's coming. One reason is I want to try this camera for astrophotography under extreme low light and test it against my Huawei p30pro. My passion for astrophotography with a smartphone is so high now that smartphones can match dslrs now. It's nice to know people like you can show how great these smartphone cameras are getting now and every body can have fun with these. I think real photography is all about the fun and excitement in getting great shots and s21 ultra looks great! Very enjoyable video from you showing how great this camera is and the fun too. Stay safe!
I pre-order mine can't wait till 29th of January to get my hands on 😀
Which one did you order? I ordered the blue one and it says it won't be delivered until March 2 for me
@@JuzNyc I get S21 Ultra 256gb. In the UK it's only £50 to go from 128gb to 256gb so it was no brainer. Also trade in 10 years old samsung galaxy ace phone I founded in the drawer 🤣 and get £50 discount 😅
@@TomasRamoska Nice! I got the 512gb blue one from Samsung.com for $1038 trading in my pixel 4, through the samsung website it seems like the only one that will get to buyers on 1/29 is the black 128gb.
What colour did you order?
@@robmulally phantom black
2:04 just wow, I'll be waiting for video on split the exposure
Ok!
@@robmulally same here, you showed me some new things that I had not used. Following and thank you.
@@MrJkornd808 oh that's great to hear
@@robmulally waiting from last 2 weeks🙏
@@MustufaBhavnagarwala I didn't forget
Exactly the video I have been searching for. Makes me feel super excited about my purchase.
How cool! What feature you going to play with first?
@@robmulally we have been having some amazing sunrises and sunsets lately this winter and I live in the mountains. Been wishing I had it just to try the 10x optical zoom on them.
Golden finding this channel today! 👍🏼
Thanks for the excellent video Rob, since you have the phone from end of last year could you give us an idea of what is the battery life like., for an everyday consumer.
I didn't use it as my daily phone as I knew i wasn't keeping it, I have another one now that I will test so unfortunately that will be in the next video.
@@robmulally no worries, thanks
How did u get the phone so early? Asking from your first video? Is that new year. I mean it wasn't out yet that time?🤔
Awesome review, Thanks Rob
Great review! Thank you for this
Great video Rob! Is the 100x zoom still just a gimmick or actually something which provides good shots?
It's better, but still not usable as photegraph, it's not something you want to share on Ins, but it's useful if you want to see or read something far away.
I agree I will be sticking to native 3x and 10x optical modes. I hate digital zoom
taking photos isn't only about social media......if you want to shoot some sudden event or incident,or maybe you need something to use as evidence ...it should come in handy
thats a good point
I personally stick to the native zoom levels and crop after if i "need" to.
damn, a man who really knows the camera.
Haha we hang out a lot
Good to see a detail video thanks bro 👍 this video help me to buy s21 ultra
Great video ! I will get one tomorrow. I am excited to take lots of pictures !
I hope and i wish could that phone this year❤️🤗
Don't worry if you can't,! New phones always come so by the time you are ready a new one comes! What do you have now?
Really nice video and good tips for telephoto lens. I am really curious to know the performance of 10x optical. It is f4.9 so can you please comment on its quality indoors/low light? I tried it in Best Buy and was not that impressed. I see lot of grains in shot. It would help me make my decision based on your thoughts.
Yes 10x zoom definitely for outdoor or tripod use only. Basically this is 240mm optucal zoom equivalent. To make something like that with fast aparture you need huge lens.
yeah low light needs more testing i found mixed results but want to wait for full review.
Yes tripod will help but its not essential I got some great results without it.
this is the best video on s21 camera on youtube hands down!
Oh thanks
Great video! Was looking for this kind of review, very informative. I don't get why you are only at 3.5k subs.
To be fair i don't make many videos, and before this video I was on 900 subs so thats very kind of you. I guess i need to make more videos like this haha. let me know if you got any questions , happyt to make a video just for you!