Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer’s Edition: A Phone for Creators

In an era when smartphone photography is increasingly refined, major manufacturers are all showcasing their skills in imaging functions. The Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition is undoubtedly a refreshing stream in this competition. With an almost obsessive attitude, it focuses on enhancing the photography experience, as if it were a top student who dominates in mathematics but prefers to express "spring sentiments" in essays. Nubia has not ignored the overall performance of processor, screen, and battery, but the message it most wants to convey is: this is a phone in the hands of photographers.

When it comes to photography, the Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition’s persistence with the 35mm focal length is impressive. Unlike the mainstream 23mm or 24mm wide-angle lenses on the market, the 35mm focal length is closer to the human eye’s perspective. The captured images are neither overly exaggerated nor lack natural composition and advanced temperament. Whether it is the “intimacy in distance” of portrait photography or the cinematic storyboard sense of street photography, 35mm can easily handle it. Moreover, this model is equipped with a 50-megapixel customized sensor, combined with OIS optical image stabilization and quad-phase detection autofocus technology, ensuring a high success rate and excellent image quality. Even when quickly capturing the moments of children or pets, one can feel the fast and precise focusing, avoiding the regret of blurred photos.

The camera system of the Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition is not limited to the 35mm main camera. It also cleverly integrates a 13mm ultra-wide-angle and an 85mm telephoto lens, covering the most commonly used focal lengths in daily shooting. Each lens supports macro shooting, allowing users to capture both vast landscapes and the beauty of details in the micro world. The 85mm telephoto lens can create a sense of dimensionality in portraits, while telephoto macro can accurately capture distant subtleties. The 13mm ultra-wide-angle lens excels at presenting narrow spaces as open and layered. This model also supports 3D LUT file import, making it easy to transfer professional color grading styles to the phone, providing photographers with more possibilities in post-production creation.

In terms of performance and battery life, the Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition is also not to be underestimated. It is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Supreme Edition processor, paired with LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.0 flash storage. Whether running large-scale games or multitasking, it can maintain a smooth experience. Its built-in 6600mAh silicon-carbon negative electrode battery provides long-lasting power support for photographers. Even during long periods of shooting and editing, it can ensure sufficient battery power. Although the 80W fast charging is not the fastest, considering the battery capacity, about one hour of charging time is completely acceptable. For photographers, battery anxiety is no longer an issue.

In terms of design, the Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition adopts a 6.85-inch BOE Q9+ AMOLED true full screen. With no punch holes and no waterdrops, it brings an ultimate immersive feeling. Whether watching movies or playing games, users can enjoy an unprecedented visual experience. The back panel of the body adopts a micro-etched leather-textured glass process, simulating calfskin texture, with a delicate feel and unique visual effect. The red-ring lens design pays tribute to classic cameras, highlighting its attitude of being born for photography.

However, just as no one is perfect, phones are not omnipotent. The Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition makes certain compromises in wireless charging, external sound quality, and weight. For users accustomed to wireless charging, this is undoubtedly a pity. Some users reported that its single-speaker sound quality is not as good as flagship dual speakers. And its weight of 228 grams may feel slightly heavy for those pursuing a thin and light feel. However, compared with the previous generation, the Z70S Ultra has been significantly reduced in weight, showing that Nubia is working hard to improve user experience while maintaining professionalism.

With its distinctive personality and ultimate photography experience, the Nubia Z70S Ultra Photographer's Edition has become an ideal choice in the hearts of photography enthusiasts. For those who are passionate about the 35mm focal length and enjoy capturing the details and textures of life with a smartphone, this phone is undoubtedly a tailor-made creative partner. Although it has shortcomings in some aspects, for users who pursue the art of photography, these compromises may precisely reflect the pure love and dedication to photography.