Nubia Z50S Pro, as one of the rare imaging flagships in the industry to adopt a 35mm custom lens module, garnered significant attention from photography enthusiasts upon its release. At the same time, Nubia Z50S Pro boasts a range of impressive features, including the world's first Snapdragon 8 Gen2 Leading Edition, a 1.5K Super Retina eye-protecting display, and up to 1TB of storage, making it a standout product of the year that cannot be ignored.

So, how does the Nubia Z50S Pro perform in reality? What surprises does the new generation 35mm custom lens module bring us?

Incorporating Camera Elements: Creating Exclusive Visual Aesthetics
As mobile imaging technology continues to advance, an increasing focus for smartphone manufacturers is integrating camera modules seamlessly into the device. The Nubia Z50S Pro comes in three color options: Black Coffee, Khaki, and Light Gathering Lens. The one I have is the Black Coffee variant, featuring a large area of small cowhide glass craftsmanship, giving the glass a delicate cowhide texture. With its metal frame and natural rounded corners, the Nubia Z50S Pro pays homage to classic professional cameras. Its design incorporates a "humanistic eye" with a circular lens module that resembles the "focus of light." The Nubia Z50S Pro also features Nubia's signature dual red ring waistline, enhancing its recognition. In terms of dimensions, the Nubia Z50S Pro measures 163.63 x 75.98 x 8.6mm and weighs around 228g.

The Nubia Z50S Pro is equipped with a 6.78-inch 1.5K Super Retina eye-protecting display with a pixel density of 452 PPI. The full-screen blue diamond arrangement gives the Nubia Z50S Pro a visually immersive experience. The three color modes, Vibrant, Standard, and Gentle, offer excellent color reproduction. Additionally, the Nubia Z50S Pro supports hardware-level low blue light and UL Platinum-level blue light eye protection certification, along with a 2160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming feature.

The Nubia Z50S Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen2, built on a 4nm process with a high core frequency of up to 3.36GHz, placing it in the top tier of current chipsets. With up to 12GB of RAM and an additional 8GB of expandable memory, it offers a solid memory experience. The large 4233mm2 biomimetic VC design further enhances the Nubia Z50S Pro's foundational qualities, competing favorably with other performance flagships. In the Antutu benchmark test, it achieved a score of 1,600,395 points, putting it in the top tier of performance flagships.

I tested the Nubia Z50S Pro with games like "Genshin Impact" and "Honor of Kings." In "Genshin Impact" on high graphics and 60fps mode, which represents the ceiling of current mobile gaming graphics, the game maintained excellent stability in the visuals during nearly 30 minutes of gameplay, with no signs of overheating or throttling. In "Honor of Kings" on high graphics, the Nubia Z50S Pro handled the game with ease, maintaining a stable frame rate of 120fps throughout nearly 30 minutes of gameplay.

In terms of battery life, the Nubia Z50S Pro doesn't disappoint. It features a massive 5100mAh battery and supports 80W fast charging. The official claim is around 37 hours of daily battery life, and in my intensive day of use, after nearly 12 hours of screen-on time, the Nubia Z50S Pro still had 15% battery remaining. This indicates that even moderate users can comfortably go a day without needing to charge, alleviating any battery anxiety.

One notable feature is the optimization of MyOS. As a lightweight firmware, most pre-installed applications can be uninstalled, and system ads are turned off by default. It offers a smooth user experience. Additionally, the global support for charging separation allows users to choose to supply power without charging, which is beneficial in scenarios that demand high performance, such as short videos, live streaming, and downloading large files, as it helps maintain a lower temperature and consistent performance.

Exploring the 35mm Focal Length Photography Aesthetic
From its inception, Nubia has defined imaging as its core DNA. Last year, the Nubia Z40S Pro introduced the 35mm custom optical lens, which impressed smartphone photography enthusiasts. Now, the Nubia Z50S Pro continues Nubia's classic exclusive 35mm focal length lens design, with a major upgrade featuring a larger aperture and a brand-new sensor. The main camera of the Z50S Pro boasts the industry's largest aperture at 5.21mm, surpassing even one-inch sensors.

Furthermore, the Nubia Z50S Pro features a professional optical lens with a 1G+6P configuration, boasting an Abbe number of 81.6, which effectively reduces chromatic aberration. Its low-temperature drift also minimizes the lens's sensitivity to temperature changes, ensuring stable and precise optical imaging in any environment, making it the pinnacle of smartphone lenses. The 35mm focal length, which closely resembles human eye perspective, offers natural framing advantages. For photography enthusiasts, especially beginners, overly long focal lengths can make it challenging to establish a clear subject. With the 35mm focal length, compositions are more pronounced, images are purer, and the hit rate is higher.

In everyday photography, the excellent resolving power results in impressive image quality. The 1/1.49-inch sensor provides ample light sensitivity, especially in low-light conditions. The overall enhancement in 35mm high-precision optics even outperforms many professional mirrorless cameras when it comes to capturing fast-moving subjects. In addition to the high-end main camera, the Nubia Z50S Pro also features a 50MP AF ultra-wide-angle macro dual-purpose main camera and an AF telephoto lens with OIS for comprehensive shooting coverage.

In a highly competitive smartphone photography landscape, the Nubia Z50S Pro stands out with its deep commitment to 35mm high-precision optics. In the realm of imaging, it demonstrates both its capabilities and sincere dedication. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned photography enthusiast, you're sure to find plenty of joy in the Nubia Z50S Pro's photography experience. As a "masterpiece" in the imaging domain, the Nubia Z50S Pro will continue to gain the favor of more consumers.