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 The best approach is to evaluate, separately, each resolution and format, on the same scene and subject, to determine which one works best. A common approach is to notice the format and maximum resolution, let's say 4:3 aspect ratio and 64MP and 9268x6936 resolution, and go for the one immediately below, 3:4 aspect ratio and 16MP, 4624x3468 resolution. The so-called full resolution, has a 4:2 format and is 4624x2084 and the 16:9 one is 4624x2604. In this vast array of possibilities I would suggest the 4:2 or 4:3 format, since it has the lowest resolution while it is still higher than a 16:9 1920x1080. The reason is that with slightly lower resolutions the camera has a reduced risk of post-processing, and more useful information is received by adjacent parts of the sensor, reducing artifacts.
-Although it is counterintuitive, I generally suggest not pursuing wide image formats such as 16:9 unless you really want to showcase landscapes. In most cases you need all the useful pixels on a slightly narrower framing, particularly with persons, so the best choice would be a 4:2 or a 4:3, with the 4:3 having the best prospects. Always keep in mind where the wider part of the picture is, when framing, although all camera applications will easily hint that this occurs in the horizontal orientation of your phone. This gives you the best chance at taking the best shot with your camera.
 <code>''Understand what formats and resolution capability your smartphone camera exposes. In most pictures you benefit having more useful pixels in a slightly narrow picture frame, so a 4:3 aspect ratio works well. Always avoid the super-sampled or maximum resolution of the camera in your app as it is severely processed.''</code>
+===Wide or narrow angle shots===
+With a smartphone camera you have the advantage of extensive customization and obvious, quick results but you do not have the best optics system. This is why you need to be experienced in choosing the right configuration for the task and leave some settings, that you know of, only for specific circumstances.
+Although it is counterintuitive, I generally suggest not pursuing wide image formats such as 16:9 unless you really want to showcase landscapes or wide angle shots as in group photos. In most cases you need all the useful pixels on a slightly narrower framing, particularly with persons, so the best choice would be a 4:2 or a 4:3, with the 4:3 having the best prospects. Always keep in mind where the wider part of the picture is, when framing, although all camera applications will easily hint that this occurs in the horizontal orientation of your phone. This gives you the best chance at taking great shots with your camera.
+<code>''Narrow angle shots give you the best chance of great photos, within the limitations of your camera and optics system, so by all means get used to tight image formats such as 4:3. This will improve your composition and framing skills towards professional cameras as well, since an similar 3:2 image formats is the standard.''</code>
 === Camera applications ===