Smartphone cameras have come a long way since when you would get really mediocre photos from smartphone cameras. However, things are different now, and most people don’t even want a dedicated camera when they have access to a good smartphone camera. Although cameras do not replace full-size cameras anytime soon, there is still a long way to go. With that said, the next Xiaomi Mi Mix that will be released later this month will be the first smartphone to bring a liquid lens.
The liquid lens of Xiaomi Mi Mix can change the game of the smartphone camera
The liquid lens in question will be composed of optical grade liquid and controlled mechanically or electronically. Unlike traditional lenses that are rigid, liquid lenses are tense and change the focal length instantly. They are also smaller compared to traditional lenses.
According to Lei Jun, CEO of Xiaomi, the liquid lenses that will be launched on the Xiaomi Mi Mix are developed internally and controlled by an engine that will allow a precise and fast focus. The liquid that makes up the lens will be surrounded by a film, allowing the lens to change the focal length and focus quickly.
Xiaomi compared this to the way the human eyes see. The speed of formation of the liquid lens is much faster than the mechanical controls of a traditional optical lens and offers many faster focusing speeds, according to Xiaomi. Jun also talked about how a single lens can work as both a telephoto lens and a macro lens, which is very impressive.
Xiaomi also claims that the optical fluid has high light transmittance, ultra-low dispersion and is resistant to extreme environments.
When you think that the smartphone market is stagnating, we actually have something to look forward to. Let us know what you think about the next Xiaomi Mi Mix with this liquid lens.