The Mate 40 Pro is not only the best choice for still images, but with a score of 116, it also leads the video ranking, making it a true imaging all-rounder. Like most flagship phones, the Mate 40 Pro records at 4K resolution and the footage offers rich detail and low noise levels in all conditions. There’s little to complain about video color, either, thanks to nice color rendering, a reliable auto white balance system, and smooth adjustments in changing light conditions. Exposure is good, even in low light, making the Huawei a great option for shooting video at indoor social gatherings and similar events.
The autofocus system also works very accurately and adapts smoothly to changes in subject distance. This helps avoid any unwanted focus jumps or pumping. The effective video stabilization further helps create an almost cinematic effect. Mate 40 Pro video footage looks very smooth and stable, which is particularly noticeable when panning or when on the move while recording.
Video dynamic range for video is not quite on the same level as for still images and some highlight clipping can occur in difficult high-contrast scenes, but the Mate 40 Pro has that in common with most of its rivals. The stabilization is taken to its limits when walking while recording in low light, but these are extremely challenging conditions that most phones would struggle in. The testers also observed video artifacts, including color quantization and ghosting effects, but these are really minor quibbles. Overall, the Mate 40 Pro is currently recommended for vloggers and other mobile video shooters.
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The Huawei Mate 40 Pro+ is a very close second in the video ranking, recording very similar results to its Mate 40 Pro stablemate. If after an alternative brand, the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max is an excellent option, too. With 113 points, it scores slightly lower than the Mate 40 Pro across all video attributes but differences are almost marginal and the new top-end iPhone will allow the recording of high-quality video clips in nearly any scenario. Thanks to Dolby Vision HDR support, dynamic range is particularly impressive when clips are played back on a compatible display.
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