Oppo is set to make waves in the smartphone market with its upcoming Find X8 series, featuring a camera control button that bears a striking resemblance to the recently launched iPhone 16 Pro's Camera Control feature.
Innovative Camera Control
The Chinese tech giant has teased a pressure-sensitive camera shutter button on its new flagship devices. This feature allows users to:
- Open the camera app with a press
- Take photos with varying pressure
- Swipe to zoom in and out
Notably, Oppo's implementation appears to function underwater, potentially giving it an edge over Apple's offering.
Find X8 and Find X8 Pro Specifications
Oppo Find X8
- 6.59-inch flat OLED display
- Ultra-narrow 1.45mm bezels
- 7.85mm thin profile
- 193 grams weight
- Circular rear camera module with Hasselblad branding
- Available in Wind Chaser Blue, Bubble Pink, Floating Light White, and Starry Black
Oppo Find X8 Pro
- 6.78-inch micro-quad-curved screen
- 8.24mm thickness
- 215 grams weight
- Circular camera module with multiple lenses, including periscope telephoto cameras
- Available in Wind Chaser Blue, Floating Light White, and Starry Black
- Additional Quick Launch button on the right edge
Launch Details
The Oppo Find X8 series is scheduled for launch on October 24th in China, powered by the Dimensity 9400 chipset. A global release is expected in early 2025.
Industry Trend
Oppo isn't alone in this feature race. Other Chinese manufacturers like Realme and Nubia have also showcased similar camera control buttons, indicating a growing trend in smartphone photography interfaces.
As the smartphone camera wars intensify, it remains to be seen how these new control mechanisms will impact user experience and photography capabilities across different brands.