Oppo is introducing an exciting new feature in its upcoming Find X8—a pressure-sensitive shutter button, closely resembling Apple’s “Camera Control” feature from the iPhone 16 series.
Pressure-Sensitive Shutter Button
In a Weibo post, Oppo’s Zhou Yibao previewed the feature with a video, as first spotted by Android Authority. The new shutter button allows users to double-tap the pressure-sensitive strip to open the camera and press again to take a photo. You can also swipe on this strip to zoom in or out while taking pictures.
Although it functions like a traditional button, it’s actually a pressure-sensitive strip on the side of the phone, designed to mimic the experience of using a physical shutter.
Familiar, Yet Different
If this feature sounds familiar, it’s because it mirrors Apple’s “Camera Control” on the iPhone 16. Apple’s version lets users press once to open the camera, with similar swipe controls for zooming and using the strip as a shutter button. Although Oppo’s implementation comes after Apple’s, it’s important to note that Oppo likely had this feature in development long before Apple’s official announcement, suggesting it’s not a copycat move.
Works Even Underwater
A standout feature of Oppo’s version is its ability to work even underwater, making it useful when the touchscreen is not functional due to water exposure. This ensures the camera remains fully operational in challenging conditions.
Conclusion
With its pressure-sensitive shutter button, Oppo’s Find X8 is set to offer users an intuitive and tactile photography experience similar to Apple’s iPhone 16 Camera Control, but with the added advantage of underwater functionality.
