Loss of quality Why you shouldn't take your photos in WhatsApp

WhatsApp pictures often look darker and blurry - especially for Android users. The reason lies in the app itself. But there is a very simple solution.

WhatsApp is one of the most widely used messaging apps in the world, but many users notice this: The image quality often leaves a lot to be desired. However, the cause is less to do with the camera on your smartphone and more to do with the app itself.

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Photos taken using WhatsApp's integrated camera function often appear darker, have more image noise and appear blurrier. The reason for this lies in the technical limitations of the app. WhatsApp only has limited access to the camera settings that are available in the regular camera app. This difference is particularly noticeable on Android smartphones, while the image quality is also impaired on iOS - but to a lesser extent.

The simple solution

So if you want to achieve optimum image quality, you should not take the photo directly in WhatsApp, but in the regular camera app. This can access all camera functions and offers better adjustment to lighting conditions and sharpness. This way, you avoid pictures in WhatsApp appearing darker or blurred.

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After taking the photo, you can then select it from the gallery and send it in WhatsApp. This preserves the image quality and the photos look much better.