Pixel 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Camera Comparison - Which Android Compact Wins?

In this video, we've done a camera comparison between the two compact flagships in Android, #SamsungGalaxyS23 vs #Pixel8. So watch this video till the end and let us know your thoughts in the comment section below.

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Video Highlights
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00:00 Intro
00:33 Camera Specifications
01:09 Primary Camera
04:17 Ultrawide Camera
04:52 Telephoto
05:04 Selfie Camera
06:08 Video
07:17 AI Features
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[anjanpratapsingh]

Fun fact, Google hasn't updated the pixel's potrait algorithm since 2018

[austin.rojers]

Camera Comparison:
Pixel 8 excels at,
1) photo details using the primary camera
2) the HDR performance
3) the color reproduction
4) the low light performance
5) the ultra wide angle camera with the autofocus
6) and also get some really cool AI features

Samsung Galaxy S23 excels at,
1) telephoto
2) selfies with autofocus capabilities
3) daytime and night video recordings
4) portrait photos & videos
5) offers Pro Photo and pro video modes
6) RAW photography support

Samsung Galaxy S23 has a camera that feels more balanced overall.


Other points to consider:
Samsung Galaxy S23 plus points,
1) Victus 2 vs Pixel 8's Victus
2) ultrasonic fingerprint scanner
3) consistent bezels
4) better display HDR processing and colour vibrancy
5) Samsung Dex
6) better ecosystem
7) Better raw performance,
* 3.36GHz CPU max clock speed vs Pixel 8's 2.91GHz
* comparatively much higher benchmarks
* CPU throttling 75% compared to Pixel 8's 53%
* better gaming performance
* comparatively less heating issues

Pixel 8 plus points,
1) more comfortable to hold curved edges
2) rich speakers
3) better haptics
4) 2000 nits screen peak brightness vs S23's 1750 nits
5) better battery backup
6) 7 years of software updates vs S23's 5 years
7) cool AI features

[अभय_अग्रवाल]

Me on Samsung's side this time. They have done a commendable work this year with the s23 series.

[vibhudoesntexist]

Watching this on my S23.

I've been loving this phone

[joshibrijesh]

Watching on s23 and not regretting 1% even of not choosing pixel... Tensor G3 will stop your camera what will u do with better camera photos😭

[thelaststand]

In S23 camera assistant if you set picture softening to medium that oversharpening problem can be easily overcomed . Try it.

[abhirupchatterjee]

@Irshad I just wanted to let you know even though the S23 doesn't have any macro functionality on sheet but it can shoot macro with its 3x telephoto lens I have personally used it and gives remarkable results. I shot it at artificial light I believe it should give better results in natural light also.

[sourav]

According to this review, more "details" the better. There's more to it. Image artefacts is a thing. Pixel pictures contain a lot of artefacts and you can see them when you zoom in all the way. Also pixel images tend to have a lot of nasty noises ( chroma noise ) in low light shots which is not present is Samsung.

[sahilchina]

It's a difficult choice, they are both so close at photography. But video and that extra telephoto lens makes the galaxy a better choice.
Also i think i prefer boosted colours more than real tone atleast in India.
Not to mention the S23 is better in performance, battery and heat management than the pixel.

[manvanshugoyal]

I love to have a pixel but currently as using s22 i need a telephoto more than an ultrawide/macro

[NarcoStudent]

S23 also have 16 bit RAW photography support 😎.

[michalksi]

Boy...oversaturated colors on s23 are fixed by switching off scenery optimizer and setting picture smoothing on medium in camera assistant. Get some basic info before You start becoming tech YouTuber and mislead general public. Embarrassing

[Md]

We want all round comparison not just 1 aspect
But i know you guys wull say its worthless but still want to see

[BlackHogs]

Too much heating problem in Pixel 8, I purchased s23 on 25 October and also compare with iphone 15 in Reliance digital. And 3x telephoto is the deal breaker for me.

[hienho]

Phones are not just about the camera but everything else too. I picked the Samsung s23 because it has better battery life better connection better optimization better stability and everything seems to work well. Camera is subjective but I do like the pixel still camera better. Other than that Samsung has the better overall camera.

[surajsen]

S23 looks much better. I dont think many of us care about details and natural look. We want punchier as well as better looking images which is provided by s23

[Aditya_Singh_Shakya]

I'm puzzled by how the Samsung Galaxy S23 is considered to have a more well-rounded camera compared to the Pixel 8. I've noticed a trend among Indian YouTubers where they heavily influence each other, resulting in reviews that lack a unique perspective.

It seems that there's been a widespread belief that the Pixel series is overpriced, and suddenly, everyone is echoing the same sentiment. However, the price of the Pixel 8 series this year remains lower than that of industry giants like Apple and Samsung. In terms of value, the Pixel 8 series clearly outshines these competitors, yet Indian YouTubers have deemed it expensive.

A Twitter thread has circulated praising the Samsung camera as well-rounded, and as a result, everyone is parroting this assessment. However, based on my personal camera comparisons, Pixel's photos consistently outperform Samsung's in almost every situation. People appreciate Pixel's balanced sharpness and contrast, but these YouTubers have begun to label it as over-processed.

The skin tones, colors, and overall scene quality delivered by the Pixel are commendable. Despite this, there's an undercurrent of criticism creeping in.

[ÆßV]

Tbh, both are great but Pixel 8 has better battery life, UI, way more updates, AI etc. S23 for me has an added advantage of 3x lens and One UI specific features. Both are not great for heavy gaming tho.

[youre-view]

hey, no I have never used single take lol, I would like to request can you compare outputs from social media apps in future comparisons?

[Mr.Nikkkhil]

S23 bro I'm happy i was thinking to change it from iphone 15 after watching your video changed my plan