One of the least talked-about features in the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is its 8K video recording capability.
Find out how its 8K video recording capability compares to its 4K and 1080p recording capabilities!
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra : 8K Video Goes Mainstream!
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is the big brother of the Samsung Galaxy S20 family, the other two being the Galaxy S20 Plus and the Galaxy S20.
All three models can actually record 8K videos with a resolution of 7680 x 4320 pixels at 24 frames per second.
However, there are some limitations when you record 8K videos on the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra | S20 Plus | S20 smartphones :
- each video clip is limited to 5 minutes
- electronic image stabilisation (EIS) will be disabled
The time limit is both necessary because of the 4GB file size limit, as well as to avoid damage to the sensor – it gets really hot when you record 8K videos.
And while EIS cannot be enabled – the amount of processing power required is just too much – you can still rely on the optical image stabilisation (OIS) provided by the lens.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Video Samples : 8K vs 4K vs 1080p
We prepared six Galaxy S20 Ultra video samples to showcase the differences in video recording quality. Check them out :
Video Sample #1 : Blues Band (1080p)
The image quality at 1080p is exceptional, with good control of the exposure. Image stabilisation by the main camera was good, but there was some shakiness when we switched to the telephoto camera.
Its audio quality and noise cancellation were also very good. Even though it was breezy that day, you can’t hear any wind noise.
Video Sample #2 : Blues Band (4K)
This is our favourite video recording resolution. Good image quality at a high resolution, with good exposure.
Video Sample #3 : Blues Band (8K)
The detail at 8K was exceptional, and the image stabilisation (only optical) was better than we expected. But we noticed some autofocus issues – you can see some seeking even though no one is moving.
Video Sample #4 : Street Market (1080p)
In this test of its image stabilisation capabilities, you can see that at 1080p, the S20 Ultra does a very good job of cancelling out hand shake while walking.
Video Sample #5 : Street Market (4K)
Image stabilisation at 4K was very good too. Very smooth video even while walking.
Video Sample #6 : Street Market (8K)
At 8K, there is some noticeable jerkiness, but thanks to OIS, it actually turned out better than we expected.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Smartphones : Where To Buy?
Here are the online purchase options for the Samsung Galaxy S20 + Galaxy Z Flip smartphones :
Malaysia
- Official Samsung Online Store
- Galaxy Z Flip : Mirror Purple | Mirror Black | Mirror Gold
- Galaxy S20 Ultra : Cosmic Black | Cosmic Grey
- Galaxy S20+ : Cloud Blue | Cosmic Black | Cosmic Grey
- Galaxy S20 : Cloud Blue | Cloud Pink | Cosmic Grey
Singapore
- Official Samsung Online Store
- Galaxy Z Flip : Mirror Purple | Mirror Black
- Galaxy S20 Ultra : Cosmic Grey | Cosmic Black
- Galaxy S20+ : Cloud Blue | Cosmic Black
- Galaxy S20 : Cloud Blue | Cloud Pink | Cosmic Grey
United States
- Galaxy Z Flip : Mirror Purple | Mirror Black
- Galaxy S20 Ultra : Cosmic Black | Cosmic Grey
- Galaxy S20+ : Cloud Blue | Cosmic Black | Cosmic Grey
- Galaxy S20 : Cloud Blue | Cloud Pink | Cosmic Grey
United Kingdom
- Galaxy Z Flip : Mirror Black
- Galaxy S20 Ultra : Cosmic Black | Cosmic Grey
- Galaxy S20+ : Cosmic Black | Cosmic Gray
- Galaxy S20 : Cloud Blue | Cloud Pink | Cosmic Grey
Australia
- Galaxy S20 Ultra : Cosmic Black | Cosmic Grey
- Galaxy S20+ : Cloud Blue | Cosmic Black | Cosmic Grey
- Galaxy S20 : Cloud Blue | Cloud Pink | Cosmic Grey
Recommended Reading
- Samsung RayaOkay Challenge : Win A Galaxy A51!
- COVID-19 : How To SAFELY Clean Your Mobile Devices!
- How To Get Your Mom Featured With Samsung Galaxy!
- Samsung : Put Mom In The Picture #withGalaxy!
- Samsung Galaxy Buds : Get Update For Buds+ Features!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra : An In-Depth Review!
- Samsung Galaxy A71 2020 : What You Need To Know!
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus : TWS Earbuds Tuned By AKG!
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Guide : How To Set Up The First Time!
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Preview : Unfolding With Style!
- Samsung Link To Windows Guide : Work From Home Easier!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Bright Night Mode : How Useful Is It?
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Camera Technologies : What’s New?
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Overtrade + Trade-In Malaysia Deals!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Roadshows Kick-Off In Malaysia!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Trade-Up Program Prices + Details!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra : 60Hz vs 120Hz Battery Life!
- Samsung Exynos 990 Performance : How Fast Is It?
- Samsung Galaxy A51 Cameras : 48MP vs Ultra Wide vs Macro
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Malaysia Roadshow Deals + Locations!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Malaysia Launch + Models!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Hands-On Experience + Preview!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus Hands-On Preview : All 3 Colours!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Hands-On Preview : All Three Colours!
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip : EVERYTHING You Need To Know!
- Samsung Galaxy A51 : Our Hands-On Preview!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 | S20 Plus | S20 Ultra Comparison!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 : Malaysia Specifications + Price List!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Colour Comparison!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus Colour Comparison!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Colour Comparison!
- Galaxy S20 | S20+ | S20 Ultra Malaysia Pre-Order + Deal!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra : What You Need To Know!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus : What You Need To Know!
- Samsung Galaxy S20 : EVERYTHING You Need To Know!
- Samsung Galaxy A51 Contest : #AwesomeNyer!
- Samsung Galaxy A51 Unboxed : What Will We Find Inside?
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Series : What Should You Expect?
- The Samsung Smart Switch Guide For iPhones!
- The Samsung Water Lock Mode Guide For Smartwatches!
Go Back To > Mobile Devices | Photography | Home
Support Tech ARP!
If you like our work, you can help support our work by visiting our sponsors, participating in the Tech ARP Forums, or even donating to our fund. Any help you can render is greatly appreciated!