DollyD
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10-04-2025 04:52 PM in
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I'm Interested to know if any members have used filters, solar or others for their galaxy phone.
A member commented when zooming in on the sun, it could damage the camera sensor.
Members thoughts and recommendations would be appreciated.
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10-04-2025 06:04 PM in
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I think as long as you are not taking a direct shot of the sun, your phone will be fine.
It's a similar issue with high powered laser (in some clubs). I dont think its an issue here in AU, but in countries with less regulations, I have seen lasers damaging camera sensors!
It's a similar issue with high powered laser (in some clubs). I dont think its an issue here in AU, but in countries with less regulations, I have seen lasers damaging camera sensors!
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10-04-2025 06:28 PM in
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Thank you for the information. It's good to get another members opinion on solar filters.
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10-04-2025 08:18 PM in
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I have played around taking pic's into lasers with my current phone & not had any issues.

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10-04-2025 09:42 PM in
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Nice photos of the lasers. I'm glad you haven't had any issues.
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10-04-2025 10:12 PM in
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IR (infrared) lasers, particularly strong ones like those in LiDAR systems or powerful laser pointers, can damage camera sensors, causing permanent issues such as dead pixels, streaks, or lines in images.
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10-04-2025 10:34 PM in
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Thank you. I will keep that in mind. Maybe it's worth buying a solar filter to be on the safe side.