Samsung Newsroom harnessed the power of the Galaxy A51’s 5MP Macro camera in order to get closer to the natural beauty of plants and flowers and learn more about these living, breathing flora.

Seasonal Hues

The remarkable color changes plants go through as the seasons change will never fail to be a thing of beauty, and upon closer look, it is clear that in some cases, a single color seen from a distance is in fact a harmony of complementary shades brought about by the wonder of nature.

The various colors of these mosses come together to create a miniature forest of color.

Gathered together, Hydrangea petals almost resemble butterfly wings; the coloration of each plant’s petal will vary by soil composition and other factors so that each Hydrangea plant is unique.

Up close, these Feather Cockscombs almost seem to bloom like multicolored flames.

While cacti are often associated with the arid desert, this Moon Cactus is immediately striking thanks to its vibrant coloration.

Natural Detailing

Some plants and flowers require a closer look to be fully appreciated. Many feature subtle yet fascinating detailing granted by the layered texturing of leaves, thorns and other features.

The Pachycereus might have gotten its nickname ‘Elephant Cactus’ because of its trunk-like shape, but its uniformly-arranged thorn patterns more closely resemble a hedgehog.

The color gradation of this Marigold’s petals have resulted in a stamen that almost looks like it is a separate flower at the center of the plant.

This Spiralis plant, also known as the Spiral Japanese Cedar, requires a close-up look to be fully appreciated. Each part of the plant, from the stem to the tips of the stalks, is twisted.

Anthurium plants boast heart-shaped red petals that have a unique leathery red texture and long inflorescences.

Signs of Life

At the end of winter, the sprouting of green buds gives us the feeling of a new season as spring approaches – but sometimes these growths are too small to capture with the naked eye. Using the Macro camera, these miniscule signs of growth can be captured at their best with a clean background and a spray of water to add freshness.

Russelia, or firecracker plants, bloom with a coral color, but by summer, this will have transformed to red – just like a firework in the night sky.

Star Jasmine is a climbing shrub with many intertwining stems. In May and June, the usually green plant blossoms with newly-sprouted branches are capped with small white flowers.

Fairy Stars bloom with vivid petals; when they blossom, they unfurl with a mesmerizing windmill-like shape.

The Consolea Rubescens plant has the nickname of the ‘Hurray-ing Cactus’ thanks to its distinctive shape that appears to be cheering with joy. When the plant has gone without water for a while, it will sprout a new bud lower down its body to reach for water.

Baby’s Breath is a staple in traditional floral arrangements, but close-up, one can see that this individualistic flower has a unique charm all of its own.

Unique Patterning

Not only does light help plants grow, but it also helps illuminate their unique features. By exposing a plant’s leaf to a certain amount of light, the beauty of nature in all its intricate patterning becomes clear; with the Galaxy A51’s Macro camera, every fine line and natural irregularity becomes visible.

The wide leaves of the Ficus Umbellata plant feature both thin and thick leaf veins that come together to create a unique patterning reminiscent of a spiderweb.

Calathea Vittata plants have striking white veins on their leaves. The vivid patterning and subtle gloss almost appear to have been drawn on with a paintbrush.

The Calathea Insignis plant has distinctive dark brown spots around its main leaf vein on its front side. This dramatic contrast patterning almost resembles an insect up close.

Calathea Makoyana plants, or Peacock Plants, feature a subtle green gradation across their leaves; the lighter parts of the leaf resemble the shape of a feather arrow.

You can even push the boundaries of conventional mobile photography with your Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71’s 5MP Macro Lens – first introduced to Galaxy devices on the Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71 – which is perfect for showcasing your subject in all its glory no matter its size, with natural bokeh effects and refined detail enhancement.

For this latest installment in our series showcasing how you can make the most of the Macro Lens, we’re changing up the scale. Say you’re looking to photograph something tiny. Capture a close-up shot of it with the Macro Lens, crop out any identifying features in the background, and when you come to upload it to social media, you’ll be sure to have all your friends thinking it’s life-size – giving you the satisfaction of unveiling that all is not as it seems.

Try out the quiz below and see if you can tell the difference between miniature and life-size objects when they have been shot in fantastic detail with the Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71’s Macro Lens.

Pop Quiz

*All photos below were taken with the Galaxy A51.

[Question 1]

Q: Take a look at this photo taken with the Macro Lens. What have these miniature Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71 devices been placed on?

**Miniature device lock screen wallpaper has been inserted digitally.

[Question 2]

Q: Thanks to the power of the Macro Lens, it looks like this miniature family of ducks is enjoying an afternoon swim. What have they actually been placed on?

[Question 3]

Q: This miniature summertime scene looks as if it is taking place in a tropical location. But what sweet treat is in fact serving as a substitute for a golden sand beach?

[Question 4]

Q: Thanks to the Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71’s Macro Lens, it looks like these intrepid explorers have just set foot on the moon. But what regular object have they actually discovered?

Now, let’s take a look at the answers!

[Question 1]

Q: Take a look at this photo taken with the Macro Lens. What have these miniature Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71 devices been placed on?

A: A head of broccoli!

**Miniature device lock screen wallpaper has been inserted digitally.

[Question 2]

Q: Thanks to the power of the Macro Lens, it looks like this miniature family of ducks is enjoying an afternoon swim. What have they actually been placed on?

A: A paint pallet!

[Question 3]

Q: This miniature summertime scene looks as if it is taking place in a tropical location. But what sweet treat is in fact serving as a substitute for a golden sand beach?

A: The centerpiece of this afternoon tea set, a pudding!

[Question 4]

Q: Thanks to the Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71’s Macro Lens, it looks like these intrepid explorers have just set foot on the moon. But what regular object have they actually discovered?

A: A soccer ball!

Check out the miniature Galaxy A51 and A71 devices resting on their life-size counterparts in the picture above. Adorable, right? The Macro Lens is the perfect tool for creating scenarios that can shake up your perspective.

Wondering how you, too, can bring to life your own miniature scenes with your Galaxy A51 or Galaxy A71? Just open up the Camera app, click ‘More’ on the camera’s main option toolbar and select the Macro option to get shooting. To have quick access to the Macro Lens anytime you want, you can add the Macro Lens’ icon into the main camera toolbar by holding and dragging down the icon from within the ‘More’ options menu.

Share your very best and most convincing shots taken on the Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71’s Macro Lens using the #withGalaxy hashtag to get involved with the fun and enjoy others’ awesome creations.

The Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71’s powerful quad camera features a 5MP Macro camera that, compared to a normal camera lens, can capture a subject and all its intricate detailing at a 30 to 50 mm range. To see this revolutionary close-up technology in action, Samsung Newsroom used the Galaxy A51’s Macro lens to take the best shots of 12 different appetizing desserts. What new worlds of detailing will the Macro lens uncover?

Getting Up Close and Personal with Surface Details

One of the benefits of a camera such as the Macro lens on the Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71 is its ability to capture details that human eyes aren’t capable of perceiving. Not only does the Macro lens record all of an object’s surface detailing, it is able to focus on a subject automatically without any need for the user to manually adjust the settings.

The image taken with the Macro camera vividly captures the tiny water droplets on this dessert that has come fresh out of the refrigerator

Resembling a snowy field, the fine rice flour on this dessert comes through vividly in the picture on the right-hand side

The glassy surface of this strawberry mousse cake appears extra iridescent when photographed with the Macro camera

Bringing Out Every Texture

The different textures of a dessert don’t just make it enjoyable to eat – they make a sweet treat enjoyable to photograph, too. Once you have ascertained the most compelling textural aspects of your dessert when snapping a picture, you can use the Macro lens to bring out these multifaceted details.

Close up, the distinct textures of shaved ice with milk and mango pieces make for a mouthwatering combination

The Macro camera’s shot of solid chocolate melting into warm milk makes for evocative viewing

The sharp contrast of the nuts’ crunchy texture and the mousse cake’s smooth one becomes even more distinct when captured with the Macro camera

Capturing the Rainbow

The best desserts can be enjoyed with our eyes as well as with our taste buds, so being able to capture every vivid color detail of your sweet subjects is important. A contrasting background, too, can serve as another way to bring out every dynamic shade of your dessert when using the Macro camera.

With their contrasting textures and appealing colors, these macarons get even tastier when photographed with the Macro camera

The Macro camera makes the most of the dynamic color contrast between these purple and yellow bread treats

Pastel shades can often use their vividness when captured on camera, but thanks to the Macro camera, these chocolates retain their appeal

Making the Most of Intricate Layering

Desserts that are layered, be it with flavors of different textures, consistencies, or colors, are as aesthetically pleasing as they are appealing to the palette. In order to get that perfect cross-section shot of your dessert, it is essential that every detail stands out. The Macro camera is the perfect tool for doing this, even when the layers are fillings and therefore not as immediately obvious.

The smooth harmony of this layered cake is captured perfectly with the Macro camera

The border between this sweet drink’s two layers has something of a sunset effect when captured on the Macro camera

Despite its roughly-textured exterior, the Macro Camera has revealed the colorful charm of the layered colors in this cake