Google’s Pixel 10 Pro may have seemed like another underwhelming smartphone launch, but hidden inside its sensor is a capability that turns it into a genuine pocket cinema camera: Dual Conversion Gain (DCG). Unlike most reviews suggested, this feature delivers 12-bit RAW video, higher dynamic range, and cleaner shadows straight out of the box — no rooting or hacks required. Let’s dive into Pixel 10 Pro 12-bit RAW video. When the Pixel 10 Pro launched, many dismissed its cameras compared to rivals like the iPhone 17 Pro. But as uncovered in a Reddit deep-dive by user RaguSaucy and confirmed by tests with MotionCam Pro, Google has quietly enabled DCG, unlocking the full potential of Samsung’s GNV sensor. Shoutout to Eliot Fitzroy from Epic Tutorials for informing us about this development – check out his blog on the subject and his video embedded further down below. Samsung’s explanation on how Dual Conversion Gain (DCG) works. It’s merging two ISOs captured at the same time. Samsung calls the same technology “Smart-ISO Pro”. Image credit: Samsung, via Epic Tutorials What dual conversion gain actually does DCG (also known as Smart-ISO Pro by Samsung) captures the same exposure at two analog gains simultaneously, merges them before digitization, and outputs a true 12-bit signal. This means: Reduced noise, especially in shadows Greater dynamic range without HDR-style ghosting or motion artifacts Richer gradation and smoother tonal transitions Unlike HDR frame stacking, DCG achieves its results in a single exposure. It’s a sensor-level feature, and until now it has...
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