In a time when smartphone costs are rising, consumers are seeking devices that provide great value without compromising on top-notch specifications. vivo recently introduced its vivo V30 series in India with the launch of two new models. These include the vivo V30 and the V30 Pro. Both the devices are priced below 50k in India and offer high-end features at a mid-range price bracket. One of the most striking aspects of these phones is their design language, especially because these are the slimmest phones launched in 2024 yet. These handsets come with FHD+ AMOLED screens with support for up to 120Hz refresh rates, up to 12GB of RAM, enhanced chipsets, and powerful camera capabilities, including the innovative Studio Quality Aura light. Additionally, the company has extended its collaboration with ZEISS to bring next-generation portrait features to the V30 Pro.
Revolutionary enhanced cameras with Aura light
The camera setups of the vivo V30 and V30 Pro feature advanced sensors backed by notable software enhancements. The vivo V30 5G features a dual rear camera system, highlighted by a 50MP primary sensor with an f/1.88 aperture. This setup ensures clear and stable shots even in challenging lighting conditions. Additionally, it includes a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.0 aperture, enabling users to capture expansive scenes with intricate detail.
On the other hand, the vivo V30 Pro features a ZEISS Triple Main Camera on the rear. It boasts a 50MP Sony IMX920 main camera along with a 50MP Sony IMX816 portrait camera and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle lens. This configuration improves versatility, allowing users to capture improved images in various scenarios with exceptional clarity and detail. The extended collaboration with ZEISS further enhances the imaging system, ensuring professional-grade image quality and accurate colours.
The camera UI gets a toggle that lets you switch between the three available modes: Vivid, Textured, and ZEISS Natural Color. The Vivid mode is selected out of the box, and it produces vibrant colours that look great. As the name suggests, ZEISS Natural Color delivers accurate colours that are true to what human eyes see. Additionally, the vivo V30 Pro comes with support for six distinctive ZEISS Portrait Styles, each imbuing images with unique bokeh effects, providing users with expanded creative possibilities.
- ZEISS Cine-Flare Portrait: Under a strong light source in the background, the ZEISS Cine-flare Portrait can generate a unique lens flare effect that replicates the effect usually seen in some classic films. ZEISS Cine-flare Portrait utilizes backlight portrait algorithms and enhanced recognition capabilities to tackle challenges such as facial blurring, dark backgrounds, and dull tones. This effect improves the clarity and contrast of the portrait and enriches the atmospheric feel, making backlit photos more natural and harmonious.
- ZEISS Biotar Style Bokeh: Embracing a swirly bokeh effect, the ZEISS Biotar Style Bokeh is perfect for daytime portraits, particularly in sunny weather conditions or scenarios with ample lighting. It shines against outdoor nature scenes, such as lush greenery in the background, creating mesmerizing visual compositions.
- ZEISS Sonnar Style Bokeh: Offering a creamy background bokeh effect, the ZEISS Sonnar Style Bokeh is best suited for day portraits set against scenes with distance between the subject and the background. Plain backgrounds, such as beach vistas or serene skylines, allow this style to excel, producing captivating images with soft, dreamy backgrounds.
- ZEISS Cinematic Style Bokeh: With a focus on oval-shaped bokeh in a cinematic 2.39:1 aspect ratio, this style bokeh elevates nighttime portraits to new heights. It thrives in night scenes with multiple point lights in the background, adding a touch of drama and sophistication to every capture.
- ZEISS Planar Style Bokeh: Generating horizontal speckle light sources bokeh, the ZEISS Planar Style Bokeh is tailored for nocturnal environments adorned with multiple-point lighting. It creates an enchanting ambience, enhancing the mood of nighttime scenes with its distinct visual flair.
- ZEISS Distagon Style Bokeh: Featuring hexagonal bokeh balls, the Distagon style is ideal for indoor scenes with ample background light sources. It introduces captivating hexagonal flares, infusing indoor portraits with a mesmerizing allure, especially when illuminated by various light fixtures.
Each ZEISS Style Portrait on the vivo V30 Pro empowers users to unleash their creativity and capture stunning portraits in diverse environments, from daytime landscapes to nighttime cityscapes.
With features like ZEISS Natural Color and advanced portrait capabilities, users can easily achieve professional-quality results with every shot.
Both devices come with an all-new Studio Quality Aura Light Technology that provides studio-like control over lighting in portrait photography. The customizable lighting effects can be used to enhance the quality of photos and videos in low lighting while adding a unique touch to your captures.
In terms of video, V30 Pro is capable of recording up to 4K resolution at 60 fps and V30 at 30 fps. The V30 Pro introduces innovative features such as ZEISS Cinematic Video Bokeh, empowering users to create cinematic-style videos independently. Dual stabilisation modes ensure smooth and stable footage, even in dynamic shooting situations.
Immersive Display
The vivo V30 and V30 Pro pack vibrant 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED displays that deliver immersive viewing experiences with vivid colours, crisp details, and smooth visuals. These displays come with support for up to 120Hz refresh rates and HDR10+ support. Users have the option to choose between three screen colour modes: standard, professional, and bright. Opting for the Bright mode enhances visuals with saturated colours, while the Pro mode offers a more natural colour profile. The Standard mode strikes a balance between vividness and subtlety. The displays excel in brightness, saturation levels, and contrast, making video watching a delight with the ability to render inky blacks and rich colours. Support for HDR10+ further enhances dynamic range. Scrolling through social media feeds is smooth thanks to the fast refresh rate support. The devices also come with support for stereo speakers that are loud and well-tuned.
Competent Performance
The vivo V30 is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 SoC and Adreno 720 GPU, paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM and storage options of 128GB or 256GB. This combination ensures smooth multitasking, fast app launches, and gaming without lags, catering to modern smartphone users.
On the other hand, the vivo V30 Pro features the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chipset, along with 8GB + 256 GB and 12 + 512 GB variants. The V30 Pro delivers competent performance and efficient multitasking capabilities, handling tasks like gaming, streaming, and running demanding applications effortlessly with its octa-core processor and ample RAM. With UFS 3.1 storage, users can expect quick app launches, seamless navigation, and sufficient storage space for media and files. The device exhibits impressive raw power and can handle intensive tasks like running games such as Genshin Impact and BGMI at high settings with ease. Even if you are not a hardcore user, the smartphone is extremely capable of handling your day-to-day tasks with utmost ease, free of any unwanted lags. From gaming to browsing the internet to scrolling through social media feeds, the phone can pretty much do it all.
Enhanced Battery Life and Fast Charging
The vivo V30 series comes equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery, ensuring prolonged usage without compromise. Whether users are streaming content, browsing the web, or engaging in productivity tasks, they can remain connected throughout the day without concerns about battery life. Moreover, both models feature 80W fast charging support, enabling swift replenishment of battery levels. Users can charge the devices from 0-100 in just 48 minutes.
Additionally, vivo claims a four-year lifespan for the battery of the V30 series, ensuring that its health remains above 80%.
Sleek Design and modern connectivity standards
The vivo V30 series showcases a refined design that prioritizes both aesthetics and functionality. With a premium glass finish and slim profile, these devices offer a contemporary appeal. The phones measure only 7.45mm in thickness and weigh in at less than 190g.
In terms of connectivity and security, the vivo V30 series supports 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. Moreover, its in-display fingerprint sensor adds an extra layer of security, facilitating convenient and secure authentication for sensitive data and personal information.
Availability and Pricing
The vivo V30 starts at Rs 33,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant, while the vivo V30 Pro is priced at Rs 41,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model. The devices can be purchased via Flipkart, the vivo India website, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales, Croma, and other major retail outlets.
