Light has reportedly released it’s first smartphone this year 2018.
Camera manufacturer Light is reportedly working on a prototype phone with nine rear cameras, according to The Washington Post. Light will release a version of the phone later this year >
Why so many cameras?
Light is the company behind the 16 lens Light L 16 camera. Although 16 lenses may seem excessive, the camera is able to capture multiple pictures simultaneously at different depth and focal lengths. The camera then uses algorithms to combine them into one high-resolution image. The L16 camera also has other features, such as portrait mode effects and 5x optical zoom.
Light's nine-camera phone may take advantage of this tech and put it on a smartphone. The report says the prototype is able to capture 64-megapixel pics with low-light capabilities and special depth effects.