Samsung Galaxy A9 2018 and LG V40 ThinQ both are world’s first smartphones having a Penta (Five) Camera Setup.
Samsung A9 2018 brings Quad Camera Setup on the back consisting on 8MP (f/2.4) ultra wide lens, 10MP (f/2.4) telephoto lens, 24MP (f/1.7) regular camera, and 5MP (f/2.2) depth sensor for artificial bokeh.
On other hand, LG V40 ThinQ gets Triple 12MP + 16MP + 12MP sensors; the first 12MP one is RGB having f/1.5 aperture, the second 16MP lens is ultra wide having f/1.9 aperture while the third 12MP optics is telephoto camera having f/2.4 aperture. The device supports AI Camera Beauty, 3-axis OIS, 3x optical zoom, HDR mode and some other helpful camera feature. You can take photos simultaneously by triple rear cameras by choosing the Triple Shot mode.
So, which one is better for the camera lovers, Galaxy A9 2018 model or LG V40 ThinQ? Let’s continue reading to find a fine solution.
Rear Camera Versus
Primary Lens: The 24MP main camera with f/1.7 aperture of A9, you can take some of the best photographs in everyday life, those images are brighter, sharper and quality wise excellent. Talking about the V40 ThinQ, it is having a 12MP main camera with f/1.5 wider aperture to capture more light for more splendid and more detailed pictures. The main camera lenses of both smartphones are stabilized and have AI support, but you can capture better low light shoots nicely with the clever LG V40, which also offers the extra advantage of 3-axis OIS.
Ultra Wide Lens: Samsung A9 (2018) gets an 8MP ultra wide camera of f/2.4 aperture and 120 degree angle, it allows the amazing portrait mode which lets you add more and more people in the group photos. The A9’s ultra wide lens is also supported with the Intelligent Scene Optimizer. Coming to the next, LG V40 carries a 16MP ultra wide camera of slightly smaller 107 degree field of view, but of the f/1.9 wider aperture. LG V40’s wide angle camera is quick responsive and offers more apparent results, but it may capture a short group than the A9 while taking portrait shoots or large group photos.
Telephoto Lens: The Galaxy A9 (2018) comes with 10MP telephoto camera having f/2.4 aperture. Opposite to this, the LG V40 ThinQ houses a 12MP telephoto lens with the f/2.4 aperture. The Galaxy A9 enables 2x optical zoom; however, the LG V40 ThinQ allows 3x optical zoom.
Depth Sensor: Samsung A9 2018 has an additional 5MP (f/2.2) depth camera sensor, so it delivers a better Live Focus than the V40 ThinQ, because there is no one in LG smartphone which relies only on software for Live Focus depth sensing.
Video Recording Capability: Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) lets you shoot 4k videos as well as FHD movies at 30fps. The Camera Interface is also more beautiful than before. Now look at LG V40 ThinQ, which is also capable to record smoother 4K videos at 60fps. EIS-gyro is there to control the device and user’s movement in respect to preserve the procedure quality. With the LG V40, you will enjoy immersive sound along with, thanks to stereo sound recording.
Selfie Camera Versus
The Galaxy A9 2018 model is an excellent choice for selfie lovers, it brings a 24MP (f/2.0) Front Camera which is perfect for splendid selfies and portrait mode, but we have to choose the better one, the LG V40 ThinQ, which comes with Dual 8MP (f/1.9) + 5MP (f/2.2) Camera lenses to get the best selfie experience never before with a LG smartphone.
Samsung A9 2018 is supported with HDR mode for selfie camera which is missing in V40 by LG. Both devices support Face ID. The LG V40 ThinQ has an aid to contravened 3D facial recognition system for faster and secure Facial Unlock. You can make FHD video calls with both handsets.
AR Emoji: The Galaxy A9 2018 brings some extra and newer animated emoji (AR Emoji) than the LG V40 ThinQ. So let’s enjoy the innovations and express your feelings in a cool better way.
Price and Conclusion
The Price of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is $600 while the LG V40 ThinQ Price is $800.
Samsung Galaxy A9 2018 is really amazing for its ultra wide shoots, telephoto images and depth sensing after all it is the flagship device of the Samsung Galaxy A-series, but LG V40 ThinQ is at on the whole better for shooting with its all five very well performing cameras.
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