Light Travel, Serendipitous Encounters with Tokyo's Cherry Blossoms: An OPPO Find N5 Foldable Phone's Japanese Journey

Light Travel, Serendipitous Encounters with Tokyo's Cherry Blossoms: An OPPO Find N5 Foldable Phone's Japanese JourneyWhen I first got into photography, I always lugged around heavy equipment a DSLR, tablet, power bank, laptop Until this cherry blossom trip to Tokyo, where I traveled light with just my phone. My travel companion, Hangzai, also a photography enthusiast, was a walking digital exhibition: mirrorless camera, various lenses, DJI Pocket 3, Action 4, power bank, even a recorder he looked like he'd stepped out of Cyberpunk 2077

Light Travel, Serendipitous Encounters with Tokyo's Cherry Blossoms: An OPPO Find N5 Foldable Phone's Japanese Journey

When I first got into photography, I always lugged around heavy equipment a DSLR, tablet, power bank, laptop Until this cherry blossom trip to Tokyo, where I traveled light with just my phone. My travel companion, Hangzai, also a photography enthusiast, was a walking digital exhibition: mirrorless camera, various lenses, DJI Pocket 3, Action 4, power bank, even a recorder he looked like he'd stepped out of Cyberpunk 2077. I, on the other hand, embarked on this "minimalist aesthetic" Tokyo adventure armed only with an OPPO Find N5.

My photographic weapon of choice for this trip was the OPPO Find N5, with the following rear camera configuration: a 50MP Ultra-Clear Wide-Angle camera (/1.8 aperture, 21mm equivalent focal length, with two-axis OIS); an 8MP Ultra-Clear Ultra-Wide-Angle camera (/2.2 aperture, 15mm equivalent focal length); and a 50MP Ultra-Clear Periscope Telephoto camera (/2.7 aperture, 70mm equivalent focal length, with two-axis OIS). It supports up to 3x optical zoom and up to 120x digital zoom, and features the Hasselblad Imaging System, including the professional Hasselblad Portrait mode and the new telephoto macro mode.

Unlike a mirrorless camera requiring multiple lenses to meet various shooting needs, the OPPO Find N5's "one phone, three lenses" system integrates wide-angle, ultra-wide-angle, and telephoto lenses, allowing me to shoot anytime, anywhere. The absence of lens changing significantly reduced my pre-shooting preparation time. More importantly, the OPPO Find N5 is only 8.93mm thick when folded and a mere 4.21mm when unfolded, making it the first foldable phone to enter the "8mm era," even thinner than Hangzai's iPhone 14 Pro Max. Weighing approximately 230g, it's incredibly lightweight, comfortable to hold even for extended periods.

Arriving in Tokyo, I was greeted by a clear blue sky and fluffy white clouds a sight long missed in the bustling city of Guangzhou. Tokyo, a world-class metropolis, seamlessly blends the modern and the traditional. Modern high-rises stand in striking contrast to ancient temples and traditional alleyways, showcasing its unique urban charm. However, the high population density also brings challenges like traffic congestion and light pollution, a stark contrast to its captivating night scenes.

Our journey began in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture. Riding the Enoshima Electric Railway, we traversed lush greenery to reach Kamakura Kkmae Station. The sound of waves crashing against the rocks and the salty sea breeze conveyed the tranquility of this coastline. Walking along the Shonan coast to Enoshima, an island connected to the mainland, known for its sea caves and Enoshima Shrine. The sunlight on the water seemed to have a star filter, the OPPO Find N5 transforming ordinary light spots into "diamond stars," adding a dreamy atmosphere to the images.

The shishamo (capelin) donburi on the Shonan coast perfectly combined the freshness of the ocean with the warmth of rice. This seemingly simple dish embodies the wisdom of fishermen, the bounty of the season, and the unique culinary philosophy of Shonan. The OPPO Find N5, with its slim design, flagship imaging system, and innovative telephoto macro, Hasselblad color calibration, and intelligent shooting features, perfectly captured the detail of the ingredients and the cultural significance of this dish.

As dusk fell, the waves of Sagami Bay shed their daytime azure, draped in flowing amber silk. The setting sun hung above the outline of Mount Fuji, melting the edges of the clouds into rose gold, transforming the mountain into a silhouette, like a sleeping giant immersed in violet mist.

The offshore torii gates of Japan are a stunning symbol of the fusion of Shinto beliefs and natural landscapes, like vermilion gates floating between sea and sky, silently separating the mundane from the divine. These torii gates, standing amidst the tides, are both a passage for communication between humans and deities, and works of art sculpted by waves and time. I used the OPPO Find N5's 3x optical zoom, with the offshore torii gates in the foreground and Mount Fuji in the distance. The telephoto lens's compression effect brought the mountain closer, creating a sense of "divine proximity."

As night fell, even on this journey, I couldn't escape the shackles of work as a busy office worker. The notifications from my company WeChat kept popping up. The so-called "poetry and distance" was merely my workstation relocated to the foot of Mount Fuji. My suitcase always contained that hot laptop my "electronic appendix."

It's worth mentioning that the OPPO Find N5 allows remote control of a Mac computer via O+ interconnection. In split-screen mode, the top half displays the computer desktop, while the bottom half simulates a touchpad and keyboard, supporting native gesture controls. Even in a foreign country, I could directly use my phone to remotely select, transfer, and edit photos, achieving the convenience of "on the go, fingertip photo selection."

Looking back at my pre-trip planning, I dare say: 90% of travel anxiety stems from the phone! International SIM cards, low battery during navigation, finding charging outlets, expensive power bank rentals But this time, the OPPO Find N5 pleasantly surprised me. After a day of exploring Tokyo, navigating, taking photos, and editing, the 5600mAh battery still had power left at sunset. Japan's voltage is 100V, and the OPPO original charger is compatible, with 80W Super Flash Charge taking only 12 minutes to reach 50%, enough time for me to run from the hotel to the convenience store downstairs for a coffee.

Even more convenient, the OPPO Find N5 supports eSIM functionality. Through the Xiaoyouyou app, I could directly subscribe to local carrier plans in Japan and other countries, eliminating the hassle of buying and changing physical SIM cards.

In short, the OPPO Find N5 significantly enhanced my experience during this Japanese trip, especially suitable for users like me who prioritize light travel. At Lake Kawaguchi, Mount Fuji, as I used the OPPO Find N5's split screen to navigate and photograph Mount Fuji simultaneously, an older gentleman with a DSLR camera walked by and muttered, "Chinese phone not bad!" This comment is the best affirmation of the OPPO Find N5.