This is a continuation of my previous post in which I compare the images taken using Google's newest phone, the Pixel 7, and the point-and-shoot rugged camera, Olympus Tough TG-6. As I mentioned in round 1, this comparison is not meant to be overly systematic. There are simply too many variables that need to be controlled. I still think it's a bit of fun for those who, like me, love to compare things.
My first impression with the Pixel 7 is that, on normal camera mode, it takes sharp pictures that can look a bit over-processed (especially if zoom is engaged). Using the HDR mode in the TG-6 helps capture a nicer range of colors but details are not as crisp as on the Pixel.
I did not post-process the images with any software. From the looks of it, the Pixel tends to enhance the cool blues while the TG-6 works with the warm reds, and so it's more ideal to capture those yellow-orange fall colours. I think the Pixel would do well taking snapshots of snow, but I don't believe the battery is meant to work in temperatures below 0. My old Nexus used to shut down when the temps got cold. This is where the rugged TG-6 camera is useful because it's designed to work at temperatures as low as -10 deg C, and its waterproof to boot. Perfect for cold snowy weather.
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Images by @litguru