Capturing images has taken into another level with the most groundbreaking Light L16 camera. This device is said to be the world's first multi-aperture computational camera with just a size of a smartphone; however, produces DSLR-like images.
The Light L16 simply looks like a black slate with sleek front design. But in a closer look, it has tons of lenses on the face, 16 lenses to be exact. There are various lenses included in the camera to differ the resolution and field of view of each image captured.
In addition, the lenses range from 35 to 150mm. There are six 150mm lenses, five 70mm lenses with mirrors, and five 35mm lenses. Most importantly, this innovative camera produces 52-megapixel photos taken with Raw capture as well as features 4K resolution from a single lens.
This innovation is also great for taking shots in low light. Users are allowed to adjust the depth of field and focus even after capturing a subject. More so, it has a built-in WiFi and it runs on Android operating system.
Currently, the L16 is in a prototype phase. Its scheduled launch date is expected to be in 2016. According to Dr. Rajiv Laroia, Light's CTO and co-founder, the forthcoming L16 is designed to obtain DSLR-quality images at a convenient physical size, like that of a smartphone. He also said, "I wanted the camera to be easy, so that anyone could pick it up and instantly get amazing pictures with that 'magic' quality. I wanted it to be small and light enough to go where I go."
In terms of pricing, the Light L16 is expected to cost at $1700. However, those who will pre-order, they can have the unit for only $1300.
Undoubtedly, the Light L16 is a very promising device to look forward to next year. Not only its ability to produce high-quality photos that makes it a good catch, rather its own physical size. It is very much convenient to carry wherever, unlike the bulky DSLR body with multiple lenses that are heavy to bring with.
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