Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition: The Purpose Behind Its Rotating Zoom Ring
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition has garnered attention not only for its advanced camera features but also for its innovative design, particularly the rotating zoom ring, affectionately dubbed the "Master Zoom Ring." While some users might be unsettled by its slight movement and the soft clicking sound it produces, there’s an intriguing reason for this design choice.
A Protective Design Feature
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According to a Q&A article posted on Xiaomi's Weibo account, the slight lateral movement of the zoom ring and the audible click when tapped are intentional. This design is a feature, not a flaw, providing users with a unique tactile experience that helps in protecting the mechanism.
What Can This Zoom Ring Do?
- Photo and Video Modes: Continuous zoom, focal length switching, EV adjustment, and filter adjustment.
- Portrait Mode: Continuous zoom, focal length switching, filter adjustment, and background blur adjustment.
- Professional Mode: Continuous zoom, focal length switching, EV adjustment, filter adjustment, ISO, shutter speed, white balance, preset templates, and focus adjustment.
Should More Smartphones Feature a Rotating Bezel?
Yes, this looks practical!
36.78%
Maybe, but let's see how the 17 Ultra Leica Edition performs.
45.98%
No, it's a risk.
1.15%
No, because I don't see the need for this feature.
16.09%
Votes: 87
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