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We put the Samsung Galaxy S8 camera to the test on a helicopter ride around London

Samsung invited us to try out its new smartphone from a height of 2,000 feet above the capital

AS the cliché goes, the best camera is the one you have with you.

So when you're choosing a smartphone, a good quality camera should be top priority.

We tested the Samsung S8 camera from 2,000 foot above London
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We tested the Samsung S8 camera from 2,000 foot above London

Amateur photographers want a high MP camera, a good screen for viewing and some snazzy picture editing tools to get the perfect snap.

On paper, the brand new Samsung S8 smartphone ticks all the boxes.

It's got a 12MP rear camera, with a F1.7 lens and can shoot 4k video.

The new Samsung Galaxy S8, left, and Galaxy S8 Plus mobile phones will be available in the UK from April 28
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The new Samsung Galaxy S8, left, and Galaxy S8 Plus mobile phones will be available in the UK from April 28Credit: AP:Associated Press

There's also an 8MP selfie-shooter, too.

But after being given some time with the new gadget, Samsung decided simply putting its cameras into the hands of journalists wouldn't cut the mustard.

And to put its camera to the ultimate test it invited us to take snaps of London from 2,0000ft in the air.

The London Bridge looks just like the real thing on the crystal clear Samsung S8 infinity screen
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The London Bridge looks just like the real thing on the crystal clear Samsung S8 infinity screen
The camera comes with a 'Pro' feature which lets you increase frame speed or light sensitivity
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The camera comes with a 'Pro' feature which lets you increase frame speed or light sensitivity

During the hour-and-a-half helicopter ride, the smartphone truly held itself.

We left on full battery, and were left with about 40 per cent after steadily snapping and taking films during the entirety.

With the assistance of aerial photographer Timo Lieber, we stuck our smartphones out of the chopper to try and get the perfect bird's- eye view.

And while our point-and-shoot skills left little to be desired, we managed to take some impressively clear, focused shots while being rebuffed by London's icy winds.

But don't take our word for it, here's a few of our best amateur shots.

See if you can guess the famous landmarks (answers below).

Oxford Circus
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 1) Can you tell which busy London shopping area this is?
2) This Bloomsbury based copper-topped building is home to several ancient Egyptian artefacts
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2) This Bloomsbury based copper-topped building is home to several ancient Egyptian artefacts
3) Which west London park is this?
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3) Which west London park is this?
4) Footie fans will know exactly which stadium this is
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4) Footie fans will know exactly which stadium this is
5) This famous bridge needs no introduction
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5) This famous bridge needs no introduction
6) The S8 captured all the lights at this legendary concert hall
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6) The S8 captured all the lights at this legendary concert hall
7) Tick tock... which famous clock is this?
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7) Tick tock... which famous clock is this?
8) If you fancy catching the latest film in 3D, this cinema near Waterloo is your best bet
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8) If you fancy catching the latest film in 3D, this cinema near Waterloo is your best bet

ANSWERS:

  1. Oxford Circus
  2. British Museum
  3. Hyde Park
  4. Wembley Stadium
  5. Tower Bridge
  6. Albert Hall
  7. Big Ben
  8. The Imax cinema

There's lots of incredible editing features on the new Samsung operation system too.

It's got plenty of Snapchat-style lenses to edit your selfies and for those more serious, a heap of professional tools.

These include the usual effects and auto editing, but have detailed ISO and multi-frame features too.

Could I zoom in to see what people were eating for dinner? No.

Can it produce beautiful pictures? Absolutely.


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