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The Nokia Lumia 1520 combines good image quality across the ISO range with full manual control over shutter speed and ISO in the very well designed Nokia Camera app. Throw DNG Raw recording into the mix and you've got yourself a real photographer's tool that allows for more creative control than any "full-auto" smartphone.
That said, compared to some high-end Android smartphones, such as the HTC One or Samsung Galaxy S4, the imaging feature set it a little weak. Yes, the Lumia is the only device to offer a "Lytro-like" refocus feature but there is no built-in HDR and no real burst mode. The choice of imaging apps in the Windows Store is also much more limited than on Google Play or iTunes. If you are thinking about switching to a Lumia I would recommend to check the availability of your favorite apps for the Windows platform first.
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When talking about the Lumia 1520 you have to mention it's dimensions. There is no doubt the device is big but if it's too big for you really depends on your personal taste. Personally I find it too large to carry in a pants pocket but if you usually keep your phone in a purse or the inside pocket of a jacket you will be fine. In terms of taking pictures the Lumia's size really only means you'll need two hands to operate it. On the upside you have that nice big screen to frame and view your images on.
For many photographers one of the Lumia 1520's most interesting features will be its ability to capture different images sizes and formats at the same time. You can use the 5MP JPEGs for instant social sharing or the 20MP output if you really ever wanted to print one of your pictures. The DNG files give you the flexibility to change some shooting parameters, such as white balance or sharpness, in post-production and generally optimize the image to your liking. Don't expect DSLR-like ability to lift shadows or recover highlights but there is no doubt having a DNG file can be very useful on occasions.
In terms of the more gimmicky type of features the Lumia has narrowed the gap to some of its Android competitors but not quite closed it yet. The Smart Cam functions let you pick the best shot of a ten-shot burst, find the best facial expressions in a group shot or remove unwanted moving subjects from the frame among other things. However, there is no HDR mode for taking pictures in high contrast-situations, no slow-motion video and no dual-camera modes. On the other hand the 1520 offers Lytro-style refocusing after a shot has been captured, something we have not seen on an Android or iOS device yet.
The new Nokia Camera app is arguably the best default camera app on a smartphone we've seen. It offers manual control over shutter speed, ISO, white balance, focus, exposure compensation and flash mode. These controls are accessible with one touch from the main screen, making them easy to manipulate. There are no customization options, but thanks to the good interface design you don't miss them. Of course Nokia Camera works well in point-and-shoot operation as well.
Thanks to Qualcomm's latest quad-core processor the 1520 always feels snappy and responsive in general use but unfortunately camera operation is an area where the Nokia can feel a little sluggish at times. Shot-to-shot times are longer than on most competitors and it takes about three seconds for the camera app to be ready for capture which can just be a little too long for capturing that decisive moment.
The Nokia Lumia 1520 offers very good image quality across the ISO range. Viewed at 100% magnification the downsampled 5MP JPEG files look detailed and and very crisp but stop just short of being oversharpened. They are remarkably clean, even at higher sensitivities. If you look close-up at the 20MP files you will inevitably find more noise and smeared fine detail but overall they look good next the output of other smartphones, too.
Exposure is usually spot on in all light condition but saturation and contrast can be very strong. This gives the images a "punchy" look but if you prefer things more natural this might not be for you. Unfortunately there is no option to modify parameters such as saturation, contrast or sharpness but of course you can switch to the 1520's Raw mode and convert the DNG files to your taste.
Like many smartphones, in low light the 1520 uses very slow shutter speeds in order to keep the ISO down. Thanks to the very efficient image stabilization system the Lumia usually gets away without any image blur in static scenes. However, any moving subject will inevitably show motion blur. Thanks to the Nokia's manual control you can override those settings and shoot at a higher shutter speed. Of course you pay with slightly higher noise levels in your image.
We were also impressed by the new phablet's flash performance. Unlike the Lumia 1020 the 1520 does not feature a powerful Xenon flash but its dual-LED flash unit still offers better performance than most competitors with conventional LEDs, in terms of both power and exposure. Overall, the Nokia Lumia 1520's image quality is not quite on the same high level as its sister model, the Lumia 1020, but is among the very best we have seen among smartphones.
The Nokia Lumia 1520 has a lot to offer for mobile photographers but there are a couple of caveats you should keep in mind before hitting the buy button. If out-of-the-camera image quality is a priority you can't go wrong with the 1520. It's not quite as good as its sister model 1020 but among the best smartphones we've tested. The image quality is matched by the excellent Nokia Camera app which offers a degree of manual control and user-friendliness that you'll struggle to find anywhere else.
However, the Nokia is a little bit slower, in terms of both start-up time and shot-to-shot time, than most high-end Android and iOS devices. It's not going to be a terrible problem for most users but means the Lumia is arguably not the best option for fast-shooting street photographers and similar folk. It's also not the best option for those of you who are into downloading and testing all the latest imaging apps as soon as they come out. Despite making noticeable progress over the past few months the Windows eco system is still lagging behind other platforms in terms of availability of apps.
If the Lumia 1520's large dimensions are right for you is mostly a matter of taste but if you like your smartphone big and can live with the couple of limitations mentioned above the Nokia Lumia 1520 is an easy choice for any mobile photographer.
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How do you get a digital look with the Nokia 1520? Meaning when j plug my USB in my computer it will show me both normal and high resolution pictures, but when I click on them they look nowhere near as good as I see what people post online. Are you using a different method then me?
I did consider the Nokia 1520 as the camera on the Z Ultra is very poor even for a phone camera but after trying out WP8 for a bit on the 925 I decided not to. There is a lot WP8 does well but the problem for me is the bits it doesn't do so well or you want to do differently, you largely cannot so some elements like the poor keyboard (compared to Swiftkey) you can't change.
I've this lumia 1520 last month. After 5 day.. It's got problem with the camera. I send to Nokia care..after 2 week my phone not return back. For me Nokia phone is very very bad..and also the after sales service is not competence to solve this problem fast. If I compare with iphone n Samsung..NOKIA arena bad.
Only in the U.S. you will need an additional cover. It's because At&t chose the PMA standard.
The version for the rest of the world has Qi wireless charging. It works really well on my Nokia Lumia 720 albeit with a charging cover. Red on Cyan baby!
Because its not an 'awesome' camera its a below average quality but certainly capable one. you can get better quality by getting a compact camera but its up to the user if the benefits outweigh the disadvantages
But if you do't need the zoom, the Nokia is able to pull a lot more detail out of a scene than the AW110, which also lacks RAW. Plus saves you from filling up another pocket and/or switching between devices.
I wonder why Nokia hasn't released standalone compact camera yet. With good sensors, oversampling technology and handy software for settings, it would be interesting camera, I suppose.
Especially if equipped with fast lens.
Hey Nokia what are you waiting for? You sold your smartfone department to MS, switch now to cameras!
I had this phone for about a week over Christmas....I like larger phones, was sort of bored with Android and decided to try this out....I was pretty satisfied with the general results but the phone was just to big to handle in quick situations. Ultimately, the Windows appstore is so limited I scurried back and got a Note 3 that I have been very happy with.
Misterio, you mean the first one? (The other two are steady; the third may have been shot from a tripod, it's so steady.) While it indeed shows some annoying shaking, I bet it's still much better than the 5s or the Z1 footage would have been under exactly the same setup.
After all, Connect's own iPhone 5s review has concluded the electronic-only IS of the 5s, while certainly better than that of the iPhone 5, is in no way as efficient as the OIS of the Nokia 920. And I bet the 1520 has at least as efficient OIS as the 920.
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