Vivo V29 Review: MidRanger Phone Excels At Portraits
Vivo's illustrious V series is back - we're now in 29th place - and once again, it's a surprisingly capable mid-range phone with a unique trick up its sleeve that no other phone has, even the flagship model that costs three times as much. I can't.
The Vivo V29's main selling point is its "Aura Light", which is essentially a larger-than-average flash on the main camera module, coupled with a relatively large 1.5MP image sensor coupled with a highly capable 50MP main camera. /1.56 inches Since the flashlight is larger than average, it can illuminate a larger area and act as a kind of miniature light.
It really worked. Combined with Vivo's advanced image processing software, the V29 can produce stunning images even in low light.
I especially like Vivo's "vintage" camera filter, which recreates the feel of classic film cameras. It may seem gimmicky to some, but I really like the look and feel. These photos are much better than I expected from a phone that costs around $450.
Also, the phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 778 with 8GB or 12GB LPDDR5X RAM. There is a 6.7-inch OLED display with a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz To be honest, the processor and display are good, but nothing different from others This phone is all about vertical performance.
More sample images and videos can be found below. Overall, I think the V29 justifies its existence, but my feelings about the Vivo V series remain unchanged: I think Vivo is churning out these phones too quickly.
For reference, I first covered this phone line when it was just the V5 back in 2016. In seven years the V line changed from the V5 to the V29. Is there so much demand for mid-range phones in Southeast Asia that Vivo can launch a new phone every 5-6 months? Vivo's mid-term strategy confuses me.
But at least the company doesn't offer subpar products. Vivo V29 is a very powerful mid-range device. What will happen to Vivo's flagship phone? I think it is one of the best portable devices in the industry.