{"id":50948,"date":"2026-11-11T12:51:15","date_gmt":"2026-11-11T04:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/?p=50948"},"modified":"2026-11-11T13:06:06","modified_gmt":"2026-11-11T05:06:06","slug":"google-pixel-11-pro-xl-putting-its-cameras-to-the-test-at-the-formula-1-exhibition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/my\/2026\/11\/11\/google-pixel-11-pro-xl-putting-its-cameras-to-the-test-at-the-formula-1-exhibition\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: Putting Its Cameras to the Test at the Formula 1 Exhibition"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Formula 1 Exhibition at Gardens by the Bay seemed like a fitting place to put the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL through its paces. With iconic racing cars, driver memorabilia, and dramatic lighting, there was plenty to photograph. More importantly, the exhibition presented some tricky conditions for a smartphone camera, with brightly illuminated exhibits surrounded by darker spaces.<\/p>\n

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The first car that caught my attention was Alain Prost’s 1993 Williams FW15C, the championship-winning machine that helped the French driver secure his fourth and final Formula 1 world title. Its distinctive blue, white and yellow livery immediately stood out under the exhibition lights. Seeing the car up close also gave me a greater appreciation of its engineering, especially its low-slung body and intricate aerodynamic components.<\/p>\n

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The 48MP telephoto camera, offering 5x optical zoom, was particularly useful for getting a closer look at the cars. I could focus on details such as sponsor logos, wheel assemblies and aerodynamic components that might otherwise get lost in a wider shot. Google also offers up to 120x Pro Zoom.<\/p>\n

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Lighting was another interesting challenge. Some exhibition areas were relatively dark, with spotlights illuminating the cars and racing memorabilia. This is precisely the sort of setting where a smartphone can struggle, either making the darker areas look muddy or overexposing the brighter surfaces. The Pixel’s Instant Night feature is useful in such situations, helping bring out details without having to reach for a separate camera. I also appreciated being able to photograph the exhibits without using flash, which would have taken away some of the atmosphere.<\/p>\n

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As I continued through the exhibition, I came across Sebastian Vettel’s Red Bull RB7, the car associated with his dominant 2011 championship season and victory at the Singapore Grand Prix that year.<\/p>\n

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Moving through the displays of racing suits, helmets and historical artefacts gave me opportunities to experiment with different perspectives. The 48MP ultrawide camera was handy for fitting larger displays into a single frame, while its Macro Focus capability offered another way to explore smaller details. Check out a vlog I did at the exhibition below!<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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