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Smartphone cameras have come a long way nowadays. Around a decade ago, smartphone cameras only had VGA resolution sensors. You’d also be lucky to have a device with a couple of cameras, one in front and one at the back. Today, however, we’re seeing a number of smartphone models being introduced with two rear-facing cameras and another selfie camera. And the resolution on these cameras are no joke. They’re often more powerful than a point-and-shoot camera.
To take things up another level, there has been a rumored Nokia device that will be equipped with a total of five cameras. But even with five cameras, that doesn’t compare to LG’s latest patent for, get this: 16 cameras.
Earlier this week, Let’s Go Digital discovered a new patent that was granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to LG. The patent shows a single smartphone with a main camera configuration equipped with 16 lenses. Each of these lenses comes with its own focal length and characteristic.
The patent also shows some neat features that will be available on the 16-camera configuration. One example is that all 16 cameras will be able to take a photo simultaneously with one tap. After that, you’ll be able to pick out your favorite photo from the different image captured by each lens.
There is also an improved depth perception on the patent. With this, a more accurate shallow depth of field simulation on Portrait Mode can be expected. This also allows the focus to be changed once the photo has been captured.
As for the selfie camera, LG is said to equip a small mirror on this smartphone to allow users to capture 16 selfie images at a time with the rear-facing sensors. It’s crazy, right?
Would you be interested in a smartphone with 16 lenses? Or is it too much for your trypophobia?
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