Why S24 ultra is taking 9MP photos?

[saumyabratadutt]

I've noticed an issue with my S24 Ultra that's quite puzzling. Despite having a 12MP lens, the camera is capturing images at a lower resolution of 9MP. This discrepancy came to light when I compared my photos with those taken by a relative's S23, which consistently shoots at the full 12MP in same environment and situation, resulting in higher quality images. 

This situation is particularly frustrating because one would expect a device like the S24 Ultra to leverage its camera capabilities fully, especially when it's equipped with a 12MP lens. The reduction in image resolution to 9MP is a significant limitation, detracting from the overall photo quality and not meeting the high standards expected from such a premium smartphone. 

Any resolution for S24 Ultra 9MP photos?

Additionally, there are concerns regarding the post-processing of images taken with the S24 Ultra's other lenses.

[sazzsan]

Check in your settings and see if there is any way you can select the Megapixel as like that in s23

[saumyabratadutt]

Checked but no option, like even if 12mp is selected, the photo comes out at 9mp.

[sazzsan]

🤔 strange...i hope its not software issue or a bug..maybe you can check out youtube videos of reviews by others to see if its the same or there are some other reasons.

[saumyabratadutt]

Yeah, checking the web, the issue listed yet, can be an issue with my piece. 🥲

[TechyKamal]

Shoot the photo in 4:3 aspect ratio, then it will show 12 MP.

The photo you posted is shot in 1:1 ratio

[TechyKamal]

The phone is cropping the photo from 4:3 to 1:1

[Gundra]

Yes use 4:3 ratio...then u will get 12mp..

[sahasings]

My s23 is also taking 9mp selfies