Where a single snap may miss out on detail in the lightest and darkest areas, an HDR image of the same scene looks preternaturally well lit (see above).

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The imaging system also enables panorama capture, a 15 frame-per-second burst mode for 8 megapixel photos, real-time facial detection and recognition, and mobile HDR image capture with de-ghosting for clearer pictures in flight.

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BenQ's HDR II image enhancement technology is a magical feature that lets users get great shots of high-contrast scenes that are usually so difficult to photograph well.

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Image effects and image-creation functions such as in-camera HDR and the innovative Live Image Control allow users even more ways to customize their photos.

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The smartphone shares capabilities with Sony digital cameras and features Exmor RS for mobile, the world's first image sensor with HDR (High Dynamic Range) video for smartphones.

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DigitalOptics is a leader in embedded image enhancement and computational photography algorithms, including its FaceTools(TM) , HDR, panorama, multi-focus, and image stabilization products.

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To capture the most amount of available light, users can also activate consecutive shot combining technology, or use the HDR effect for a wide dynamic range image.

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Accordingly, models have been developed with Sony's unique "RGBW Coding" function, which facilitates low noise, high quality image capture even in low light condition, and the proprietary "HDR (High Dynamic Range) Movie" function, which achieves brilliant color even when taking pictures against bright light.

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