POCO F5
POCO F5 Camera Highlights
3.15
8MP, FOV: 120°
2MP, 3x optical zoom
Full HD @30 fps
Camera System Overview
The POCO F5 features a 1-camera rear system led by a 3.15 main sensor (Sony IMX800) with Yes stabilization. The ultrawide camera offers 8MP, FOV: 120°. A telephoto lens provides 2MP, 3x optical zoom.. Video recording supports Full HD @30 fps.
Main Camera Specifications
Rear Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3.15 |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.56" |
| Sensor Model | Sony IMX800 |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 24mm |
| OIS | Yes |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 4-in-1 |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 2MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth / LiDAR | No |
| Video Resolutions | Full HD @30 fps |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, H.266 |
| 10-bit HDR / Dolby Vision | HDR10+ |
| Slow Motion | 960fps |
| Stabilization | OIS + EIS |
| Night Mode | Yes |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Selfie Camera Specifications
Front Camera
| Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| Ultrawide / Dual | No |
| Front Flash | No |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Advanced Imaging Features
Computational Photography
| Night Mode Algorithms | Yes |
POCO F5 — In-Depth Analysis
The POCO F5 packs a single-lens rear camera system headlined by a 3.15 primary sensor — the Sony IMX800, which is a well-regarded Sony sensor known for excellent dynamic range and low-light performance. The 1/1.56" sensor size allows for adequate light capture for most shooting conditions.
Beyond the main sensor, the ultrawide (8MP, FOV: 120°) and telephoto (2MP, 3x optical zoom) lenses give you genuine optical versatility. The telephoto lens is particularly valuable for portraits, where optical zoom creates natural background separation without the artifacts of digital crop. The ultrawide lens captures approximately 120° field of view, making it ideal for landscapes, architecture, and group photos in tight spaces.
Video recording supports Full HD @30 fps. Optical image stabilization keeps handheld footage smooth, reducing the need for a gimbal in casual shooting scenarios. Stabilization modes include OIS + EIS, and slow-motion capture at 960fps enables creative time-warped content.
Computational photography plays a significant role in the POCO F5's imaging pipeline. Night mode uses Yes to brighten low-light scenes while controlling noise.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Optical Image Stabilization (Yes)
- +Dedicated telephoto for optical zoom
- +Ultrawide lens for versatile framing
Cons
- −No 4K video recording
Who Is This For?
Dedicated telephoto lens for natural bokeh
Ultrawide lens captures sweeping vistas
Expert Tip
Pro tip: Use HDR mode for high-contrast scenes and tap-to-focus on your subject for the sharpest results.
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