Asus Zenfone Zoom launched in India for Rs 37,999


With 3X optical zoom and 13 MP, ASUS Zenfone Zoom become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. ZenFone Zoom using OIS-shake compensation system, the sensor is Panasonic SmartFSI sensor, the size of 1/3 inch, and also uses Fujitsu's independent image processor designed to handle noise.

Asus has finally launched ZenFone Zoom smartphone in India later. The smartphone which focuses on its camera prowess is priced at Rs 37,999 for 128GB memory variant and Asus is bundling portable tripod and flash for Rs 39,999. 

Asus Zenfone Zoom launched in Philippines for Php26,995


Asus Philippines has just launched the Zenfone flagship in Cebu during Sinulog Festival, the Asus Zenfone Zoom.

With 3X optical zoom and 13 MP, ASUS Zenfone Zoom become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. ZenFone Zoom using OIS-shake compensation system, the sensor is Panasonic SmartFSI sensor, the size of 1/3 inch, and also uses Fujitsu's independent image processor designed to handle noise. Powered with Intel Atom Z3590 quad-core chip with a maximum clock speed of 2.5GHz per core.

The Asus Zenfone Zoom will retail for Php26,995 in Philippines for 128GB version. 

ASUS Malaysia Announces ZenFone Zoom for RM 2,099



On 13th January 2016 ASUS Malaysia invited the press members of the media to see the world up close with ZenFone Zoom at its Zensation event. ZenFone Zoom is the world’s thinnest 3x optical-zoom smartphone with Hoya lens in an innovative 10-element lens arrangement for exceptional clarity and close-ups with up to 12x total magnification. 


With built-in optical image stabilization (OIS) to eliminate shakes and blurred shots, and powered by a high-performance quad-core Intel® Atom™ processor with 4GB RAM for ultra-fast performance, ZenFone Zoom redefines expectations for smartphone photography — packing DSLR-style shooting experiences into a metal unibody that tapers to a mere 5mm, so it slides comfortably into a pocket.

ASUS Malaysia Country Manager, Jimmy Lin said: “With ZenFone 2, we created an incredible and widely-praised smartphone that captures stunning, high-resolution photos in everyday life. Now, with the ASUS ZenFone Zoom, we offer users a smartphone that has not only the look and feel of a DSLR camera, but the advanced features to match. With ASUS ZenFone Zoom, we are putting professional photography within the reach of everyone.” 

With Retail price starts at RM 2,099 and will be available for buyer in the end of January 2016.

ASUS ZenFone Zoom Camera Comparison vs Sony Xperia Z5, LG G4, Samsung Galaxy Note 5, iPhone 6S, and HTC M9



Today Asus Zenfone Blog will share about ZenFone zoom camera versus another flagship.  ASUS Zenfone Zoom which become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone versus  Sony Z5, LG G4, Samsung Galaxy Note 5, iPhone 6S, and HTC M9 which is better? you decide..

These photos taken in same environment and condition. These photos taken by Nanako0625 from mobile01 forum.



Smartphone Specifications Features
LG G4 16 MP, f/1.8, 28 mm, laser autofocus,
OIS, LED flash
1/2.6" sensor size, 1.12 µm pixel size,
geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection,
panorama, HDR
Samsung Galaxy
Note 5
16 MP, f/1.9, 28mm, OIS, autofocus,
LED flash
1/2.6" sensor size, 1.12 µm pixel size,
geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection,
panorama, HDR
HTC M9 20 MP, f/2.2, 28mm, autofocus, dual-LED
(dual tone) flash
1/2.4" sensor size, 1.2 µm pixel size,
geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection,
HDR, panorama
ASUS Zenfone
Zoom
13 MP, laser autofocus, 3x optical zoom,
OIS, dual-LED (dual tone) flash
Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection,
panorama, HDR
Apple iPhone 6S 12 MP, f/2.2, 29mm, phase detection
autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash
1/3" sensor size, 1.22 µm pixel size, geo-tagging,
simultaneous 4K video and 8MP image recording,
touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR
(photo/panorama)
Sony Xperia Z5 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, phase detection
autofocus, LED flash
1/2.3" sensor size, geo-tagging, touch focus,
face detection, HDR, panorama


Camera Comparison:

Auto Mode:                                                                                                


ASUS Zenfone Zoom
Sony Xperia Z5
LG G4
HTC M9
iPhone 6S
Close Object:                                                                                             


ASUS Zenfone Zoom
Sony Xperia Z5
Samsung Galaxy Note 5
HTC M9
LG G4
iPhone 6S
Indoor:                                                                                                    


ASUS Zenfone Zoom
Sony Xperia Z5
Samsung Galaxy Note 5
HTC M9
iPhone 6S
LG G4
Low Light:                                                                                                  


ASUS Zenfone Zoom
LG G4
HTC M9
Samsung Galaxy Note 5
iPhone 6S
Sony Xperia Z5
HDR:                                                                                                        


ASUS Zenfone Zoom
LG G4
iPhone 6S
HTC M9
Samsung Galaxy Note 5
Sony Xperia Z5
Credit to Nanako0625 from mobile01 

How to Root ASUS Zenfone Zoom ZX551ML/ZX550ML


With 3X optical zoom and 13 MP, ASUS Zenfone Zoom become world's thinnest optical zoom smartphone. ZenFone Zoom using OIS-shake compensation system, the sensor is Panasonic SmartFSI sensor, the size of 1/3 inch, and also uses Fujitsu's independent image processor designed to handle noise.
Today Asus-Zenfone blog will post about How to Root ASUS Zenfone Zoom. Similar with Zenfone 2, Rooting Zenfone Zoom can be perform with ZenfoneRootKit by Shakalaca.

Download Zenfone Root Kit:

https://mega.co.nz/#!Zw0y1DxI!PGJ-2AeeMn-JkVB_T5BbGgGrmuejJh30RRN306OV7MM

Instructions:

  1. Install Intel USB Driver and ASUS Driver First
  2. Make sure the computer can detect ASUS Android Bootloader Interface and ASUS Composite ADB Interface
  3. Turn On USB debugging and connected to the computer via USB cable
  4. Execute (Double Click) Root.bat  

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