Powerful hardware would be of no use if it were not accompanied by software to enhance it. This happens with the cameras of many mobiles, where two models with the same sensor can offer very different results depending on the optimization. The Google Pixels perform at a high level when it comes to mobile photography, but one of the star functions of its camera is not working as expected.
Long exposure photos have always been spectacular. With them you can obtain surprising effects and it is essential for lovers of astrophotography. Taking into account this aspect, mobile cameras are gradually integrating an increasingly popular option, and already integrated by brands such as Realme, vivo, Huawei or Google itself, from the Pixel 4. Until recently, It was something reserved for professional cameras, but the line between smartphones and them is getting thinner.
More limited astrophotography mode
The astrophotography feature was announced as a flagship feature of the Pixel 4, and it has also been replicated on the Pixel 5. It requires a tripod, a clear sky and little nighttime pollution, and a lot of patience. However, this mode is not working well on the Pixels and Google has decided to partially remove it.
Same shot with the flaw on top
We say partially, because the reported glitches take place when using this mode using the wide-angle sensor . When this happens, the resulting photos have a greenish hue, as reported by several users in specialized forums. By taking this photo with the wide-angle sensor, a wider field of view can be obtained, ideal for this type of shot by capturing a wider part of the sky.
The update to fix it
Now, Apple has decided to eliminate this option, although luckily, this type of shot is still available from the main sensor , so if you are a lover of this type of photos, do not fear that it will disappear on your Pixel. Far from releasing a patch, Google has decided to eliminate the function, probably in order to make the necessary adjustments, find the cause of the error and re-enable it in a future update. However, if Google’s tests are not satisfactory, the function to shoot from the wide angle may not be available again.
Source>FoneArena