Android 16 Beta Brings New Photography Features For Professionals

Google is bringing the second public beta of Andriod 16 soon. It brings a host of exciting features that are customized for professional photographers who are looking for enhanced control over their images as well as video captures. 

This update brings in manual control options for auto-exposure which allows for precise adjustments in color temperature and tint. Along with this, it introduces support for Ultra HDR images in the HEIC format. 

After the release, two additional public beta versions of Android 16 are expected before the full launch, which is expected in the second quarter. Earlier Android’s camera app offered a choice between complete manual exposure control or relying on auto-exposure. 

With Android 16, new hybrid auto-exposure modes are being introduced that allow users to manually adjust ISO or exposure time while the apps’ algorithms manage the rest. 

This innovation offers photographers greater flexibility, especially in reducing noise that often accompanies increased ISO settings. The white balance feature which was once restricted to a selection of presets like cloudy, twilight, and incandescent is now enhanced with precise control over control temperature and tint. 

The photographers because of this improvement will be able to adapt to tricky lighting situations, making sure that their photos and videos are color-accurate without the need for post-capture corrections. In addition to this, it opens up new avenues for creative expression that allow for unique looks straight from the camera. 

The latest public beta also launches support for Ultra HDR images in the High-Efficiency Image Container (HEIC) format. It offers superior quality as compared to JPEG while making use of advanced compression techniques to save space. 

Similar to Ultra HDR JPEGs, Ultra HDR HEIC files consist of a ‘gain map’ in their metadata, making sure they are compatible with other devices that feature standard dynamic range screens.

Meanwhile, users with newer high-dynamic range devices will benefit from enhanced color, contrast details, and brightness.