Oh, OPPO. How do I even start? For one, it makes me smile every time I say it out loud, every time I type those words. Why? Because back in the Philippines, the word 'opo' means 'yes' and also a term used to show respect to people older than us. Isn't language such a great thing?
Anyway, back to the OPPO Reno2 Z. After trialling it for quite a while now, I can officially say that I love it. If you've been a longtime reader here (hello!!), you'll know that it takes me ages to trial products because I want to make sure that it's something I would 1) absolutely use 2) be happy to share with you and be confident that it's something that would be of value to you, and 3) purchase or repurchase. Well, let's just say my brother tried to find an OPPO phone on boxing day after months of bugging me if I could have mine and it was sold out in Noel Leeming at Sylvia Park. And my former boss purchased an OPPO on his last day at work because he had to give up his workphone and had to buy one quick (can you imagine being without a phone at this day and age? I can't!). I remember we took a selfie just before he left, impressed with how the built-in filters made us look flawless despite it being 4 pm on a Friday. What can I say? It really is the kind of phone that's easy to use. It's a handy phone especially if you're someone who enjoys snapping away often.
For this review, though, what I'd really like to focus on are my top three favourite features. These features were what turned it from a 'like' to a 'love' and I also think are the features that are unique to OPPO alone. As always, even though this phone was a gifted item, all opinions and views are my own. Let's get into it!
The design
Sleek, stylish, and surprisingly quite light. Gone are the days where your mobile phones need to be bulky and weighty for it to serve its purpose. This model is easy to lug around, fits in evening bags, and sits comfortably on your hand while walking (this is very important to me, okay! lol). I like that there's something discreet and elegant around the way the logo is placed in the back under the different camera lenses. It does the job without compromising style and aesthetics!
The way the selfie camera pops up
Of course I had to include this one. I smile everytime that front camera pops up - it's like having your own magic trick in your pocket. One of the most unique features of the OPPO Reno2 Z is that the selfie camera is hidden and only pops out when you want to use it. I'll film it on my Instagram stories (@jessmolina) and show you because it's kinda hard to put that into words but you'll see what I mean when you see it! The selfie quality is good too. I feel like it captures you in your best light (and the other camera also has a potrait/bokeh mode which is great for taking outfit photos out and about).
The night mode
Capturing images even in total darkness. This is the MVP for me! I love nighttime photography, I love the way the twinkling lights of a cityscape looks so majestic, and it's often so hard to capture it in all its might. It's either you don't get an accurate image of the warmth of its lights or it appears blurry. Happy to report that the night mode on the OPPO Reno2 Z is amazing. It was the first thing I tested when I got it - I've got a good view of the distant city from my balcony and this one captured even the night clouds in the darkness. I think it's best used for more up close evening shenanigans, though. The photo above of my favourite cityscape is vibrant and captures it exactly the way I see it. Impressive, huh?
Camera specs according to the website:
8MP Wide Angle Lens
119° | F/2.2 Aperture
2MP Portrait Lens
All-new O6 portrait mode
48MP Ultra-clear Main Camera
SONY IMX586 | 1/2.0” Sensor | F/1.7 Aperture
2MP Portrait Lens
All-new O7 portrait mode
I'll show you some of the pictures I've been taking. All unedited because I want to show you just how good this camera is in different modes. It's delightful to see the subject name pop up when I take it - this phone is very smart! The first time I saw 'food' pop up while I was taking a photo of my food (hehe yeah I'm one of those people) - without even altering any of the settings - just literally point and shooting at a dinner flatlay - I was so surprised and excited. Turns out it does that for a lot of things! I love taking photos of food and flowers, as seen below.
And then there's the price tag. It's kinda hard to beat. OPPO Reno2 Z has the same features and qualities of its more expensive smartphone counterparts without the hefty price tag. It's definitely a contender for one of the best phones in the market currently.
It's got a great storage space so I can take more photos of my cat, the battery lasts for ages even when I spend a lot of time on social media or editing pictures, and it's compatible with my favourite apps. My only feedback for it would be the quality of Instagram videos - as someone who wants to do more Instagram story videos (remember when I said this was the year I will no longer be insecure about showing more of my face on cam? Yes, scary, but also #growth), I think when I go on video mode it still appears quite laggy. That said, the video camera itself has an ultra wide angle mode that I admittedly haven't used as much yet. But I will! I'll keep you posted.
All in all, the OPPO Reno2 Z goes above and beyond expectations when it comes to smartphones with the same price - proof that you can have quality without spending a lot, and without compromising style too.
Find out more about OPPO here.
Oh, OPPO. How do I even start? For one, it makes me smile every time I say it out loud, every time I type those words. Why? Because back in the Philippines, the word 'opo' means 'yes' and also a term used to show respect to people older than us. Isn't language such a great thing?
Anyway, back to the OPPO Reno2 Z. After trialling it for quite a while now, I can officially say that I love it. If you've been a longtime reader here (hello!!), you'll know that it takes me ages to trial products because I want to make sure that it's something I would 1) absolutely use 2) be happy to share with you and be confident that it's something that would be of value to you, and 3) purchase or repurchase. Well, let's just say my brother tried to find an OPPO phone on boxing day after months of bugging me if I could have mine and it was sold out in Noel Leeming at Sylvia Park. And my former boss purchased an OPPO on his last day at work because he had to give up his workphone and had to buy one quick (can you imagine being without a phone at this day and age? I can't!). I remember we took a selfie just before he left, impressed with how the built-in filters made us look flawless despite it being 4 pm on a Friday. What can I say? It really is the kind of phone that's easy to use. It's a handy phone especially if you're someone who enjoys snapping away often.
For this review, though, what I'd really like to focus on are my top three favourite features. These features were what turned it from a 'like' to a 'love' and I also think are the features that are unique to OPPO alone. As always, even though this phone was a gifted item, all opinions and views are my own. Let's get into it!
The design
Sleek, stylish, and surprisingly quite light. Gone are the days where your mobile phones need to be bulky and weighty for it to serve its purpose. This model is easy to lug around, fits in evening bags, and sits comfortably on your hand while walking (this is very important to me, okay! lol). I like that there's something discreet and elegant around the way the logo is placed in the back under the different camera lenses. It does the job without compromising style and aesthetics!
The way the selfie camera pops up
Of course I had to include this one. I smile everytime that front camera pops up - it's like having your own magic trick in your pocket. One of the most unique features of the OPPO Reno2 Z is that the selfie camera is hidden and only pops out when you want to use it. I'll film it on my Instagram stories (@jessmolina) and show you because it's kinda hard to put that into words but you'll see what I mean when you see it! The selfie quality is good too. I feel like it captures you in your best light (and the other camera also has a potrait/bokeh mode which is great for taking outfit photos out and about).
The night mode
Capturing images even in total darkness. This is the MVP for me! I love nighttime photography, I love the way the twinkling lights of a cityscape looks so majestic, and it's often so hard to capture it in all its might. It's either you don't get an accurate image of the warmth of its lights or it appears blurry. Happy to report that the night mode on the OPPO Reno2 Z is amazing. It was the first thing I tested when I got it - I've got a good view of the distant city from my balcony and this one captured even the night clouds in the darkness. I think it's best used for more up close evening shenanigans, though. The photo above of my favourite cityscape is vibrant and captures it exactly the way I see it. Impressive, huh?
Camera specs according to the website:
8MP Wide Angle Lens
119° | F/2.2 Aperture
2MP Portrait Lens
All-new O6 portrait mode
48MP Ultra-clear Main Camera
SONY IMX586 | 1/2.0” Sensor | F/1.7 Aperture
2MP Portrait Lens
All-new O7 portrait mode
I'll show you some of the pictures I've been taking. All unedited because I want to show you just how good this camera is in different modes. It's delightful to see the subject name pop up when I take it - this phone is very smart! The first time I saw 'food' pop up while I was taking a photo of my food (hehe yeah I'm one of those people) - without even altering any of the settings - just literally point and shooting at a dinner flatlay - I was so surprised and excited. Turns out it does that for a lot of things! I love taking photos of food and flowers, as seen below.
And then there's the price tag. It's kinda hard to beat. OPPO Reno2 Z has the same features and qualities of its more expensive smartphone counterparts without the hefty price tag. It's definitely a contender for one of the best phones in the market currently.
It's got a great storage space so I can take more photos of my cat, the battery lasts for ages even when I spend a lot of time on social media or editing pictures, and it's compatible with my favourite apps. My only feedback for it would be the quality of Instagram videos - as someone who wants to do more Instagram story videos (remember when I said this was the year I will no longer be insecure about showing more of my face on cam? Yes, scary, but also #growth), I think when I go on video mode it still appears quite laggy. That said, the video camera itself has an ultra wide angle mode that I admittedly haven't used as much yet. But I will! I'll keep you posted.
All in all, the OPPO Reno2 Z goes above and beyond expectations when it comes to smartphones with the same price - proof that you can have quality without spending a lot, and without compromising style too.
Find out more about OPPO here.
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