Google Pixel 10 Pro vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max: Ultimate Camera Test

4K 60fps Video Performance

• 🚀 The test begins with 4K 60fps video on all three phones, focusing on the OneX mode to evaluate colors and HDR.
• ⚠️ While the Galaxy S25 Ultra can shoot in true 8K, the Pixel 10 Pro offers AI upscaling, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max is capped at 4K 60fps.
• 🔍 Lens switching, including ultra-wide and 5x/6x zoom, was generally smooth across all devices, with attention paid to color consistency.
• 📈 Zoom capabilities were tested up to 15x on the iPhone and 20x on the Pixel and S25 Ultra, all in 4K 60fps.

Front Camera and Portrait Video

• 🤳 The front camera test in 4K 60fps highlighted the Pixel's wider field of view, which was preferred by the reviewer.
• 🎭 Portrait mode for video is available on the Samsung and iPhone (4K 30fps), but notably absent on the Pixel 10 Pro, which is limited to 1080p 30fps for this feature.
• 🎨 The blur and color handling in portrait video were compared, with Samsung and iPhone offering a more natural look compared to the Pixel's limitations.

Zoom and Low Light Scenarios

• 🏞️ Various scenes, including a mini bridge and a lake, were used to test 4K 60fps video and 5x zoom.
• 🦆 The 5x zoom was further tested with subjects like ducks, and the performance was evaluated in both daylight and increasingly darker conditions.
• 🌃 Night scenarios were tested in 4K 30fps across all phones, using both the main and ultra-wide lenses, with zoom capabilities up to 20x on Pixel and S25 Ultra.

Key Differentiators and Overall Thoughts

• 💡 For photos, all phones offer distinct color profiles, with the Pixel 10 Pro impressing with HDR in 50MP mode, though its portrait mode limitations are a disappointment.
• 📉 In video performance, especially in low light, the Pixel 10 Pro is considered below the level of the iPhone and Samsung, showing grain in overcast scenes.
• 🌟 The Pixel 10 Pro stands out for its selfie camera, offering a wider field of view than competitors.
• 🔄 A standout feature of the S25 Ultra is its ability to switch to the front camera while recording video without stopping, a feature not available on the other two.
• 📱 The reviewer concludes that the choice depends on personal preference, with future comparisons planned for the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max.