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Before discussing autofocus, you should determine what kind of camera module used in the new Korean flagship. Previously, information appeared on the Internet that in the S7 will use Sony module, but at that time, many did not believe it, as she Samsung is capable of making the modules of excellent quality, which follows from the previously released flagship products.

The Galaxy S7 and S7 edge used Sony IMX260 unit pixel size is equal to 1.4 microns. Another interesting fact is that the earlier we heard of this module, which suggests that Sony has created a unit specifically to the needs of the customer (in this case Samsung). Large pixel size has meant that receives IMX260 95% more light in comparison with IMX240, which is installed in the Galaxy S6, besides ISOCELL. The size of each pixel is increased by 56% compared with the same Galaxy S6.

Now, move on to the Dual Pixel System. What does it represent? Previously, the company used the phase detection autofocus, and now the Koreans have decided that the phase autofocus speed it will not be enough.

What did they do? They are introduced in each pixel by two photodiodes. Meanwhile, the phase detection autofocus photodiodes used in every pixel, and if used, then only one-to-one pixel. Thus, instead of 5-10% of the pixels that were used for autofocus, now used all 100% of the pixels

The image below shows the features of Dual Pixel:.

In other words, Dual Pixel – is significantly improved phase detection autofocus

Here is an example autofocus Galaxy S7 / S7 edge:

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Thus, Galaxy S7 can safely be called one of the best – if not the best – the quality of the shooting. It will be interesting to take a look and Predictive Hybrid Autofocus from Sony, which is used in the new X-series.

According to the materials Samsung

What is the Dual Pixel and how good autofocus camera Samsung Galaxy S7 / S7 edge ?
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