Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Global version is now out. I had 5 days in China with it and I'm really stoked to show you what I was able to capture on this incredible phone.
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🎵 I get all my Music, VFX, and Stock Video from Artlist. Make sure to use my link to get 2 months Free! geni.us/SpN9
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Make sure to check out my presets If you are looking for that Fujifilm vibe on any camera. Find them here: ClassicPorts.com
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If you like what you see make sure to check out the affiliate links to all the gear I use to make my videos:
My Main Camera & Lens:
Vlog DJI Pocket 3- geni.us/jxesBK
Sony A7Siii- geni.us/2Q2t8
Sony A1ii - geni.us/2x9cGRe
Sony 24-70mm f2.8 II GM - geni.us/Y4LAodS
Sony 16-25 f2.8 G - geni.us/NZ9B
Lexar 256gb SD UHSii- geni.us/NwPoDO3
Lexar 320gb CF express A- geni.us/tzvnpo
K&F Variable ND - geni.us/hHWyLiw
Mics:
DJI MIC3 - geni.us/Rnj2hL
Rode Pod Mic- bhpho.to/2SCHkZf
Rode Link Lav- geni.us/iBEV
Gear I use for talking head:
Lumix S1ii- geni.us/GPn5U
Sigma 28-70mmf2.8- geni.us/BcdDkWY
11" iPad Pro- geni.us/gxtgRh4
Nanlite PavoSlim120C- geni.us/0gdJMr
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If you like what you see make sure to Follow me:
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0:00 Intro
0:45 China & goal of the review
1:15 17 Ultra specs
2:47 Main camera overview
3:00 LOFIC technology explained & samples
4:38 Dynamic range in Lightroom
6:44 Telephoto camera
7:28 Leica APO certification
7:45 Ultra wide camera
8:04 Selfie Camera
9:04 Leica Edition vs. Global version
9:50 Shooting in Pro Mode and Ultra Raw
10:20 Built-in color profiles (Leica HC, Scarlet/Cinematic)
10:37 Telephoto for street photography
11:00 Lowlight
11:34 Portrait mode
12:08 How to make Portrait after
13:33 Pro Photography Grip
14:43 Video quality
16:04 Limitations & Quirks
18:18 Xiaomi Share (AirDrop equivalent for Mac/iPhone users)
18:40 Final thoughts
19:10 Outro
*This video is not sponsored but I do get to keep the phone. Xiaomi didn't see this video before it was posted and all thoughts are my own.*
Some of the links used in the description will direct you to Amazon, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Global version is now out. I had 5 days in China with it and I'm really stoked to show you what I was able to capture on this incredible phone.
__________________________
🎵 I get all my Music, VFX, and Stock Video from Artlist. Make sure to use my link to get 2 months Free! geni.us/SpN9
__________________________
Make sure to check out my presets If you are looking for that Fujifilm vibe on any camera. Find them here: ClassicPorts.com
__________________________
If you like what you see make sure to check out the affiliate links to all the gear I use to make my videos:
My Main Camera & Lens:
Vlog DJI Pocket 3- geni.us/jxesBK
Sony A7Siii- geni.us/2Q2t8
Sony A1ii - geni.us/2x9cGRe
Sony 24-70mm f2.8 II GM - geni.us/Y4LAodS
Sony 16-25 f2.8 G - geni.us/NZ9B
Lexar 256gb SD UHSii- geni.us/NwPoDO3
Lexar 320gb CF express A- geni.us/tzvnpo
K&F Variable ND - geni.us/hHWyLiw
Mics:
DJI MIC3 - geni.us/Rnj2hL
Rode Pod Mic- bhpho.to/2SCHkZf
Rode Link Lav- geni.us/iBEV
Gear I use for talking head:
Lumix S1ii- geni.us/GPn5U
Sigma 28-70mmf2.8- geni.us/BcdDkWY
11" iPad Pro- geni.us/gxtgRh4
Nanlite PavoSlim120C- geni.us/0gdJMr
_______________________________________________
If you like what you see make sure to Follow me:
Instagram: instagram.com/leezavitz
Threads: threads.net/@leezavitz
X: twitter.com/zavitzlee
0:00 Intro
0:45 China & goal of the review
1:15 17 Ultra specs
2:47 Main camera overview
3:00 LOFIC technology explained & samples
4:38 Dynamic range in Lightroom
6:44 Telephoto camera
7:28 Leica APO certification
7:45 Ultra wide camera
8:04 Selfie Camera
9:04 Leica Edition vs. Global version
9:50 Shooting in Pro Mode and Ultra Raw
10:20 Built-in color profiles (Leica HC, Scarlet/Cinematic)
10:37 Telephoto for street photography
11:00 Lowlight
11:34 Portrait mode
12:08 How to make Portrait after
13:33 Pro Photography Grip
14:43 Video quality
16:04 Limitations & Quirks
18:18 Xiaomi Share (AirDrop equivalent for Mac/iPhone users)
18:40 Final thoughts
19:10 Outro
*This video is not sponsored but I do get to keep the phone. Xiaomi didn't see this video before it was posted and all thoughts are my own.*
Some of the links used in the description will direct you to Amazon, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.
