Tesla enthusiasts and owners have been buzzing with excitement as Tesla recently rolled out the FSD Beta version 11.4.7 to a wider group of customer testers. This update has brought about significant improvements in the side repeater cameras, catching the attention of the Tesla community. What's fascinating is that the upgraded camera views are not a result of newer hardware, but rather a strategic implementation of software enhancements.
The enhancement was confirmed by none other than Elon Musk himself. In response to a query from @WholeMarsBlog about advanced post-processing in the new camera views of FSD Beta 11.4.7, Musk acknowledged that software had indeed been leveraged to refine the camera previews. The update introduced refined post-processing techniques, leading to improved white balance, color balance, and notably sharper images when viewing side cameras while driving. This advancement is particularly striking when compared to the earlier FSD Beta 11.4.6 version.
Before & After Video Comparison
The impact of the update is best illustrated through before-and-after video comparisons. Tesla enthusiast Mike, representing CyberOwners.com, shared his experience with his 2019 Model 3 after updating to FSD Beta 11.4.7. He enthusiastically hailed the update as an "amazing improvement," especially in the performance of turn signal cameras compared to the previous version.
Although Mike didn't assess the dashcam, he highlighted the enhanced performance of the rear camera, which was already satisfactory. He commended the software update for addressing the "proper color balance," a common concern with older cameras. Notably, Mike's Model 3 is from 2019 and equipped with older cameras known for their "light bleed at night." This indicates that Tesla's software development efforts extend to optimizing the performance of older vehicle models, not just newer ones.
Chuck Cook, another tester, echoed the sentiment by demonstrating the camera enhancements of FSD Beta 11.4.7. While acknowledging slight differences in locations and lighting during his comparison, Cook pointed out the noticeable impact of additional processing.
The remarkable aspect of this software upgrade is that it elevates the capabilities of 1.2-megapixel resolution cameras. Even as the new cameras boast 5 megapixels, the synergy between advanced hardware and software delivers crystal-clear images. This aligns with Tesla's move towards relying solely on visual inputs for their "nothing but nets" Full Self-Driving (FSD) approach, underscoring the significance of pristine visual data over elaborate coding.
As Tesla continues to prioritize software innovations that enhance both new and older models, the FSD Beta 11.4.7 release stands as a testament to their commitment to improving the driving experience through intelligent software upgrades.
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