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The Best Camera Phones to Buy in 2024

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Which phone will have the best camera in 2024? As we approach the end of the year, the most significant camera smartphones, including the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 8 Pro, are now available for purchase. We now have a comprehensive overview of the most powerful devices for your photos and videos in 2024.

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Smartphones offer more than just good cameras. Below, you can read about our top camera phone picks. However, to learn more, you'll find links to detailed reviews of each phone. But first, let's explore what makes a camera phone great and understand some basic terms.

Buying guide: How to find the best camera phone?

Before we go into more detail about our selection of smartphones with the best cameras, we would first want to elaborate on a few basic smartphone camera features that you will come across time and again in our reviews.

What distinguishes a good camera from a bad one?

Detailed reproduction

When it comes to detailed reproduction of a scene, the more pixels the better. This is because you can print larger photos or crop them later and still end up with a pretty good quality image. While almost all current smartphones offer excellent quality with the main camera, it is the zoom performance that separates the wheat from the chaff. For example, if having powerful zoom is important to you, you should choose a smartphone with two zoom lenses.

Camera Zoom Comparison
A closer look: Different smartphones show significant differences in detail at 5x zoom. / © nextpit

Every smartphone has different strengths and weaknesses, that's for sure. This is why you should consider where you normally snap photos. The Galaxy S23 Ultra, for example, begins to see visual quality deteriorate more starting from 3x, where it can only shoot at native focal length again at 10x. The Xiaomi 13 Ultra, on the other hand, distributes its lenses more evenly across the entire focal length range.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Xiaomi 13 Ultra
These two charts illustrate the different philosophies of Samsung and Xiaomi in terms of effective megapixels and available sensor size in square millimeters as a function of focal lengths. Above, we photographed at 5x (approx. 125 mm)—where Samsung sees more and more deterioration, Xiaomi does otherwise. / © nextpit

If you do not need plenty of zoom performance but prefer to take panorama shots, then it is best to look out for a powerful camera module behind the ultra-wide angle lens. Of course, a good sensor for the main camera goes a long way, too. Large sensors, in particular, are less susceptible to image noise in low-light conditions.

Finally, the manufacturer's algorithms always play an important role. Major players like Apple, Samsung and Google—are traditionally ahead of the minnows in this department.

Colors: White balance

What is "white balance"? Your brain constantly analyzes the ambient light and answers this question for you every second, always ensuring that you can recognize colors relatively correctly. In cameras, image recognition algorithms must continuously handle this "white balance". This is easy to do so in daylight, but the difficulty ramps up in artificial or even mixed light conditions.

Camera Zoom Comparison
At 5x zoom, significant differences in highly detailed shots are noticeable in different smartphones. / © nextpit

In the subject shown above, cold evening light comes in through the window from the left, and warm artificial light shines on the office dog and the creamy white coat from the right. You can see for yourself here how the four different smartphones handle color temperatures differently. Apple and Samsung are clearly too cold in this picture, the Pixel 7 Pro is very neutral and the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is a bit too warm.

At the same time, you can see the challenge of achieving correct exposure in this picture: Just like the correct white balance, smartphones also have to accurately determine what is really bright and what is dark. Which image do you like best here? I look forward to hearing your opinions in the comments!

Colors: Skin tones

It doesn't matter if you're Caucasian, Asian, or African-American: everyone's skin tone is the same. What does change—in terms of colorimetry—however, is the amount of gray. This, in turn, means that we can determine what is a good color rendering and what is not, regardless of skin type.

Portrait comparison
The white point cloud shows the distribution of the color tones in the spectrometer. By the way, the sample area here is Camila's forehead, reference the so-called "skin tone" line between yellow and red. / © nextpit

So, what is "good" color reproduction? We can find an answer to this, for example, in the terrific Color Grading Handbook by Alexis Van Hurkman*: For Caucasians, Hurkman recommends a saturation of 40% and about 2° above the "skin tone" line. With this, the iPhone 14 Pro Max would be a tad too yellow-green here, and all smartphones except the Xiaomi 13 Ultra would be a bit too saturated.

Besides that, there are of course numerous other parameters to consider, but most of them can be adjusted. For example, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra flattens faces quite a bit with the default settings, but the effect can be changed in portrait mode.

How many cameras are good enough?

Obviously, the more cameras your smartphone has, the more flexible you can be when taking pictures. The main sensors, for example, usually have a focal length of 24 to 26 millimeters, which is equivalent to 35 mm. This corresponds to a relatively large angle of view and is well suited for landscape and city shots, for example.

For portraits or distant subjects, however, you need a telephoto zoom lens, usually between about 70 and 240 millimeters. The higher the resolution of the main camera, the more room you have for a digital zoom without having to rely on a real telephoto lens. It is unfortunate that the law of physics simply sets limits in this aspect. On the other hand, many smartphones offer an ultra-wide angle camera that is suitable for particularly wide subjects.

All other sensors for bokeh, macro, black-and-white, and others fall under the category of "data sheet padding" and have virtually no use.

Samsung Galaxy A53 camera module up close
Typical for a mid-range smartphone: Out of the four cameras, at best two are useful: low-resolution macro and bokeh sensors only benefit the specs sheet. / © nextpit

What do focal length and optical zoom mean?

The focal length of a camera is always shown in millimeters. The higher the number, the more "powerful the zoom", which translates to more magnification you get. The main cameras of smartphones usually range from 24 to 26 millimeters in 35 mm equivalent. Ultra-wide-angle cameras with "0.5x" have half the focal length and would be at 12 to 13 millimeters accordingly. A 3x telephoto zoom camera would then be 72 to 78 millimeters in 35 mm equivalent.

The optical zoom of a camera system is the ratio between the smallest and largest focal length. A camera system with 12 to 120 millimeters, therefore, has a 10x zoom. In the case of smartphones, however, the manufacturers usually calculate from the main camera—from 24 to 120 millimeters would therefore be a 5x zoom according to this calculation method, and an ultra-wide angle camera with 12 millimeters is 0.5x.

As if that weren't weird enough, manufacturers replace the upper optical focal length with an arbitrary maximum value for a digital zoom to calculate the zoom factor—and then come up with a 50x, 100x, or 200x zoom that has long since lost any meaning.

What does the sensor size mean?

Another important point for estimating the image quality is the size of the image sensors in smartphones. The larger the sensor, the more light it captures and, in turn, the better the image quality. The sensor size is usually specified in 1/1.2-inch format—the smaller the number under the fraction, the larger the sensor and the better the expected image quality.

Sensor size is also directly related to pixel size via resolution. Roughly speaking, the pixel size in microns is calculated by dividing the edge length of the sensor by the horizontal or vertical resolution. The larger the pixels, the more light they capture and the better the image quality.

Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
The Motorola Edge 30 Ultra has a large 200-megapixel sensor. / © nextpit

What is an aperture?

The term "aperture" describes the focal length of the optical system in relation to the diameter of the entrance pupil of the lens. It sounds complicated, but you only need to remember one thing here: The smaller the number, the more light is allowed into the sensor, and the less image noise you will theoretically have at night. Therefore, F1.6 is better than F2.0. The f-number is often also written as aperture ratio, then in the format f/2.0.

Of all the technical key data of smartphone cameras, however, one great unknown quantity remains: image processing in the smartphone. The quality of the algorithms that convert the raw data from the sensor into JPEG or HEIC images is often more important than the technical data of the smartphone camera.

Therefore, it is always worth taking a look at our sample photo galleries, which nextpit provides in their original size for all current smartphone reviews, apart from the spec sheet.

The best camera smartphones in 2024

If you're looking for a top-camera smartphone at the beginning of 2024, the Google Pixel 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra are the best Android choices. For Apple enthusiasts, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is the premier option for camera quality.

There are also excellent camera phones available for under $1,000. In this price range, Google leads with the Pixel 8, along with the Pixel 7 and Pixel 6a. For the first time on our list of camera phones, we've included a foldable device: the OnePlus Open. It earns the title of the most capable foldable phone for photography ever released. Let's take a closer look at these devices one by one.

The best camera smartphone 2024: Google Pixel 8 Pro

Google Pixel 8 Pro camera module close up
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is equipped with a 50 MP main camera, which is complemented by two 48 MP lenses for ultra-wide-angle and telephoto shots. / © nextpit

Read the Google Pixel 8 Pro review

In our last camera blind test of the year, the nextpit community chose the Google Pixel 8 Pro as the best camera in a smartphone for 2024.

The Pixel flagship's 50 MP main camera features an f/1.68 aperture and a 1/1.31-inch sensor. It's accompanied by a 48 MP ultra-wide-angle camera with a 125.5-degree field of view, which can also handle macro photography.

The camera system is rounded off with a 5x telephoto zoom camera at 48 MP. Image stabilization is both optical and electronic. At the front, there's a 10.5 MP selfie camera in the punch hole.

A standout feature of all these cameras is their access to the company's advanced AI capabilities. The software, with tools like the Magic Eraser, Best Take, and the new Magic Editor, enhances your photos significantly. With more software updates on the horizon, the Pixel 8 Pro's camera is set to get even better over time.

Speaking of longevity: with a seven-year update guarantee, you can enjoy this smartphone for a long time. Naturally, its other specs are just as impressive. It features the latest Tensor 3 SoC, a 6.7-inch OLED display, 12 GB of RAM, and up to 512 GB of storage.

The device is encased in an IP68-certified housing and is equipped with a 30 W rechargeable battery boasting a capacity of 5,050 mAh. It goes without saying that the display runs on the brand-new Android 14 in its purest form.

If you're interested in purchasing it, the recommended retail price is $999.

The best Android alternative: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

A detailed look at the Galaxy S23 Ultra's cameras
Samsung's quad-camera module in the Galaxy S23 Ultra is terrific. / © nextpit

Read the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review

If you want the ultimate flagship, then there is no way around the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, which simply offers incredibly good performance in all aspects. Of course, this also applies to the excellent and enormously versatile camera with the bombastic 200 MP main sensor.

The 10x optical zoom is also really fun, although the large gap in the focal length range reduces its flexibility by quite a bit. There's also 8K video recording and plenty of exciting shooting modes.

The South Koreans also delivered great performance apart from the camera. From the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC to the fantastic QHD+ display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a powerful battery life, the Galaxy S23 Ultra really is "ultra" in all aspects.

This also applies to the software: Samsung's update policy of four years of Android updates and five years of security patches is simply top-notch.

The best camera iPhone from Apple: iPhone 15 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max camera module highlighted
If you're looking for the best camera in the Apple cosmos, you can't go past the iPhone 15 Pro Max. / © nextpit

Read the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max review

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is the spearhead of camera smartphones from Apple. It has a triple camera, consisting of a main camera with 48 MP (f/1.78 aperture), an ultra-wide-angle camera with 12 MP (f/2.2 aperture), and a telephoto lens with 12 MP (f/2.8 aperture).

The telephoto lens has a 5x optical zoom, whereas in the previous generation you had to make do with a 3x zoom. There is also still a 12 MP selfie camera at the front.

Remarkable: Both the front and rear camera sensors can film in 4K at 60 fps. In addition to the versatility of the camera system, the quality of the telephoto zoom and the portrait mode were praised in our reviews.

Best camera smartphone up to $1,000: Google Pixel 8

Google Pixel 8 camera module up close
The iconic camera bar has also been retained for the Pixel 8. / © nextpit

Read the Google Pixel 8 review

Of course, the basic 2023 model should not be missing from the big Pixel festival. The Pixel 8 "only" has a dual camera like its predecessor, but it is impressive. The main camera offers exactly the same key data as its Pro brother, i.e. 50 MP, f/1.68 aperture, and a pixel size of 1.2 μm.

The ultra-wide-angle camera with 12 MP and f/2.2 aperture, on the other hand, falls short, but of course without disappointing. At night, the fact that you can't keep up with the Pixel 8 Pro Cam with the ultra-wide angle is noticeable in a negative way, but apart from that, these images are almost as impressive as those of the main camera.

The 2x zoom is also impressive and, as is usually the case with Pixel phones, and Google also excels in the AI functions. The range of functions is identical to that of the large Pixel 8 Pro, but this also means that some of the previously announced functions are not yet ready for launch.

Here too, regardless of the cam, you get a powerful smartphone with a Tensor 3 chipset, 6.2-inch OLED display, 8 GB and up to 256 GB memory. Another big advantage over the competition here: Pure Android 14 and a tempting update promise of seven years!

Best camera smartphone up to $600: Google Pixel 7

The back of the Pixel 7 with the focus on the camera bar
The dual camera module of the Google Pixel 7 simulates a 2x optical zoom and zooms up to 8x digitally / © nextpit

Read the Google Pixel 7 review

Compared to the Pixel phones mentioned above, the Google Pixel 7 already has one more year under its belt. However, this also means that its price has fallen more sharply and it has therefore entered the $600 category.

As with the Pixel 8, Google combines a 50 MP main camera with a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle shooter. At 10.8 MP, the resolution at the front is even slightly higher than on the successor.

All cameras deliver 4K videos with 60 fps and the main camera impresses with brilliant images during the day and at night. Only the ultra-wide-angle photos at night are not as great as with the main camera.

The Tensor 2 powers this 6.3-inch device and, as with the Pixel 8, there is up to 256 GB of storage space and 8 GB of RAM. The battery, which has a capacity of 4,355 mAh, can be charged with up to 21 W.

Best camera smartphone up to $400: Google Pixel 6a

A person taking a picture with the Google Pixel 6a surround by lights
Are you looking for a phone with a good camera for less than $400? Then you are absolutely spot on with the Google Pixel 6a! / © nextpit

Read the Google Pixel 6a review

One thing that the camera in the Google Pixel 6a will not win is the prize for the smartphone with the most cameras under the $400 price bracket. The smartphone only has a dual camera configuration and does without the macro and bokeh sensors, which are both common and gimmicky in this price range.

In return, both cameras benefit from Google's sophisticated image processing algorithms and deliver really great photos—almost on the level of the major Pixels.

The Pixel 6a is user-friendly with its straightforward stock Android and reliable long-term updates. It delivers strong performance, thanks to the same Tensor SoC used in the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Uniquely for its price, it's IP67 certified, making it dust and water-resistant. One thing to consider is its size: the Pixel 6a is quite compact.

Competition such as Xiaomi does better compared to the Pixel 6a would be the display. The display of the Pixel 6a has a maximum refresh rate of 60 Hz. You will also not find wireless charging in this handset, with wired charging happening only at 18 watts.

The best camera foldable phone: OnePlus Open

OnePlus Open camera and cover screen highlighted
The Emerald Dusk color is very elegant, with its matte green derived from glass. / © nextpit

Read the OnePlus Open review

Foldable phones are really popular now. Gone are the days when they were just an exciting concept. Above all of them, we have the OnePlus Open—which is a great camera phone.

Photography fans will really like the camera made by Hasselblad. We've used it for a while and it's great. Its main part is the 48 MP Sony LYTIA-T808 camera. This camera has a big 1/1.43” CMOS sensor and a lens that lets in a lot of light (f/1.7 aperture), so pictures are very clear.

There's also a 64MP zoom camera that can zoom in 3 times without losing quality, 6 times using digital tricks, and up to 120 times with Ultra Res zoom, but this last one isn't as good. Plus, there's a 48MP wide-angle camera that can take wide pictures up to 114°, great for capturing big scenes.

The phone not only looks great but performs even better, and it's more affordable than its competitors. About its features—the OnePlus Open has a design similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 5 but with its own unique touch. It charges superfast, and its multitasking features, like the 'Recent fold' and OnePlus Canvas, really boost productivity.

In short, if you're in the market for a foldable phone this year that excels in photo and video performance, the OnePlus Open should be your top choice. It's budget-friendly, feature-rich, and simply enjoyable to use.

What do you think of our selection? What models did we miss out on that you think should be included? We'd love to hear your feedback in the comments.


This article was updated in January 2024 with current pricing. The previous comments have been retained.

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I have been writing about technology since 2004 with a strong passion for smartphones, photography, and IoT, especially in the world of smart homes and AI ever since they debuted. I'm also an avid cook and bake pizza at least three times a week using my Ooni Koda 16. In order to compensate for all the consumed calories, I indulge in sporting activities on a daily basis while strapping on at least two fitness trackers. I am strongly convinced that you can DIY a lot of things if you put your mind to it - including a photovoltaic system and power station.

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  • 3
    Kris R Nov 12, 2021 Link to comment

    Really good article, thanks!
    An acquaintance of mine takes pictures on a pixel (he is a professional photographer) and the pictures turn out unreal)


  • 1
    Robert Vadra Nov 12, 2021 Link to comment

    Wonderful post


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    Ant Kan Dec 1, 2020 Link to comment

    I think Xiaomi is the best one to capture very nice photos without spend a lot of money.

    marco sarli


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    Adrian Palmer Edwards Nov 25, 2020 Link to comment

    How narrow minded can you be, every true photographer online says this new Sony Xperia 1 ll has the best camera by a mile, they all say it every single one. But, tech reviewers stick to what they are spoon fed, very narrow minded. People read these reviews before they spend $1k+ on a new smartphone, waste of time, by the way I have a Blackberry.


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    S K Oct 8, 2020 Link to comment

    this article is great with all the relevant information required for mobile photography.thanks

    Sorin


  • Dean L. 34
    Dean L. May 23, 2020 Link to comment

    I have a Sony alpha 6000 and love using it for taking pictures. Bottom line is I always have my phone with me which I probably take >90% of my pictures with. So I have both sides covered. The other key feature I love with my phone is I can shoot video and take pictures at the same time. Just my two pfennig...

    SorinDeactivated Accountmarco sarli


  • marco sarli 39
    marco sarli
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    May 22, 2020 Link to comment

    If your interest is photography then you need a real camera

    Rusty H.SorinDean L.Deactivated Account


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      Franz Fifty May 22, 2020 Link to comment

      no, unless you can shoot with a "real" camera by taking it out of your pocket, point towards something and take great night pictures without a tripod... but since smartphone cameras have become more versatile and far superior in processing, that statement is not true anymore

      Dean L.Sorin


      • Rusty H. 33
        Rusty H. May 26, 2020 Link to comment

        I take night photos without a tripod. If your d-slr/lens has great stability, it can be done. I've taken some fantastic moon photos without a tripod. Now, if you are talking more than 1/2 second exposure, yeah, you'll need a tripod.

        Sorinmarco sarli


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    Deactivated Account May 22, 2020 Link to comment

    If you want the best pictures buy a DSLR camera. No smart phone with a tiny lens can ever compete with a real quality camera. They can replace the old point and shoot camera but that is about it

    SorinDean L.marco sarli


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      Franz Fifty May 22, 2020 Link to comment

      didn't know a DSLR can make phone calls or browse the internet..or did i miss something in an article talking about "camera PHONES"?

      Sorin


  • 49
    storm May 22, 2020 Link to comment

    You've managed to pick no phone of interest to me. A camera isn't everything.

    Rusty H.SorinDean L.marco sarliDeactivated Account


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    MirandaStown Aug 25, 2019 Link to comment

    Samsung phone models take truly superb photos and videos. The quality is excellent!

    Sorin


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    Deactivated Account May 31, 2018 Link to comment

    S9+'s Variable apeture is fire tho


  • 12
    harshatecordeon May 25, 2018 Link to comment

    i think Huawei is the best one to capture

    Sorin


  • Rusty H. 33
    Rusty H. May 25, 2018 Link to comment

    Another vote for the Mate9, VERY good camera. Using Camera FV-5 or Open camera, it does very well.

    marco sarliDean L.Sorin


  • CJ Brown 29
    CJ Brown Mar 21, 2017 Link to comment

    ZTE Axon 7
    20 Megapixel Back

    #nuffsaid

    Dean L.Sorin


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    Marius Viney Mar 21, 2017 Link to comment

    What about the LG G5 camera?

    Dean L.Deactivated Account


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    Deactivated Account Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

    The Mate 9 is doing very well, and also the nubia Z11, both have excellent cameras, but I can not say how good they are in comparison with the Pixel or Galaxy S7. But anyway they are better then my old S6 edge plus and the honor 5x :)

    SorinRusty H.


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    Deactivated Account Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

    Really no LG phones. This is a very biased incomplete article.

    SorinMarius Viney


    • Dean L. 34
      Dean L. May 26, 2018 Link to comment

      The article has been updated and now has the LG v30 and iPhone X as well as other 2018 models. For what it's worth I still like the photos I'm getting with the Pixel 2.

      marco sarli


  • Chad_Higgins 15
    Chad_Higgins Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

    LG V20

    SorinMarius VineyDeactivated Account


  • 26
    Andrew Burgin Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

    S7 Edge is a Super Camera phone

    SorinChad_Higgins


  • 21
    Peter Harwood Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

    Z5 for me, best natural colours.

    Sorin


  • nathan chisholm 6
    nathan chisholm Jan 10, 2017 Link to comment

    My samsung s7 camera is so fast to focus it's unreal! Plus the photos are stunning. The other day my friend had a promo on at his bar and i took some pics and they looked awesome the low light photos came out great...

    Chad_Higgins


  • Kari Melby 4
    Kari Melby Jan 4, 2017 Link to comment

    Sony xz har det beste kamera 🎥 men man må lære å bruke det 😊 😊


  • Siniša Ružičić 2
    Siniša Ružičić Oct 2, 2016 Link to comment

    LOL first site that doesnt claim that s7 is the best camera phone. i mean the fastest autofocus is found there not in z5 are you blind? the best low light performance, best camera app along with v10. best detail and sharpness. you must be paid from sony for this kind of shit

    Marius Viney


  • Denys Zaiats 2
    Denys Zaiats Sep 9, 2016 Link to comment

    I found amazing resource www.facey.top with photos from mobile devices.


  • Terie Mumby 4
    Terie Mumby Aug 16, 2016 Link to comment

    Ahem! No mention of the LGG5. Not sure why not. The camera's at least as good as the S7. Besides.. It's got that extra-wide second camera that should put it on the list for sure. You guys are so biased. I'm shocked, Scott. I don't know why I keep reading this stuff.

    Marius VineyChad_Higgins


  • Atli Örn Hilmars 1
    Atli Örn Hilmars Aug 16, 2016 Link to comment

    Fine review. I had almost bought Samsung 6 edge plus yesterday but thougth better wait and read more about it and see if 7 is a better choice and worth the diffrence in price. Upgrading from Samsung Galaxy 2 gt plus. Maybe older Galaxies could serve as well or another brand. I mostly use it for pictures, surfing, seeing news and videos, skype and orientering (maps). I not into games and talking to my phone or jerking it around. Which models should I check first?


  • 1
    Hans G Aug 11, 2016 Link to comment

    You can add one very soon. The Asus Zenfone 3 Deluxe.. Great camera 👍


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    Deactivated Account Aug 1, 2016 Link to comment

    DxOMark has given 88 to Xperia X Performance. Z5 has 87.


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    Peter Harwood Aug 1, 2016 Link to comment

    Sony phone's are shit and over heat some people say! Well I've just spent 3 hours none stop on the Internet and my Z5 isn't bearly warm never mind hot, think some people don't like Sony! thats OK stick with a phone that your happy with but don't rubbish a phone just because you don't like it or more likely you've never had one?As for the Sony Ericsson arc what you expecting from a low budget phone with low end specs? But then you jump up to the Z5 premium! problely just in your mind!

    SorinJohn ALydia CheburashkaDeactivated Account


    • Chad_Higgins 15
      Chad_Higgins Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

      Nobody has Sony in USA. Dont even offer them anywhere to buy. But i know they are good.


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    btyce Jul 30, 2016 Link to comment

    Sony phones are shit stacked they should stick to playstations. Was using experia arc which kept corrupting boot partion and z5 premium same thing and alwaus over heating esp when m using Internet


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    btyce Jul 30, 2016 Link to comment

    I choose to have a Samsung any tyme not the sony Z series. They all die the same way


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    Peter Harwood Jul 29, 2016 Link to comment

    Looks as if the Sony x has just gone to the top of Dxomark so looks like Sony has done it again.


  • Dummy_001 2
    Dummy_001 Jul 29, 2016 Link to comment

    Everyone is blabbering on how good the camera of Samsung.

    Sony be like: Aren't those phone's using my Sensor?
    d - .. - b


    • nathan chisholm 6
      nathan chisholm Jan 10, 2017 Link to comment

      Samsung doesn't use sony sensors

      Chad_Higgins


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        Deactivated Account Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

        The s6 edge does I know for a fact not sure about the s7/edge though.


  • Kodiak Dog 1
    Kodiak Dog Jul 27, 2016 Link to comment

    What about the Nexus 5x?


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      Robin van Dijke Aug 1, 2016 Link to comment

      The 5X has the same camera as the 6P, so don't worry buddy, it's also the best!

      cybertec69


    • Chad_Higgins 15
      Chad_Higgins Mar 20, 2017 Link to comment

      Its o.k. nothing great about it!


    • cybertec69 14
      cybertec69 Mar 21, 2017 Link to comment

      I own both a Nexus 5X and a Samsung S7, both take great pictures, the S7 is just faster, the Nexus 5X pictures look more natural than the S7 pictures. I also shoot with a DSLR Nikon D500, and no smartphone comes close to the larger sensor DSLR.


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    Deactivated Account Jul 26, 2016 Link to comment

    I find it hard to believe you put the P9 on the list. It is a marginal picture taker at best. The monochromatic lens does nothing unless you are taking black and white pictures. Leica had nothing to do with this camera except maybe making the lenses. It is all hype and BS.

    Andrii Gritsevskyi


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    peter Jul 25, 2016 Link to comment

    The best camera on my opinion Spny xperia zx 5

    Deactivated Account


  • JD Weaver 1
    JD Weaver Jul 16, 2016 Link to comment

    Keep in mind the LG G4 Panorama setting is not as good as on the Samsung phones. Also the megapixel rating is only part of the equation. You need to consider aspect ratio. My 16MP S5 isn't any better than the S7 12MP due to the S7's aspect ratio.


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    Deactivated Account May 5, 2016 Link to comment

    Z5 camera over crapsung trash 13MP slow autofocus garbage.

    Deactivated Account


    • 3
      Luke Thorpe Jun 13, 2016 Link to comment

      The S7 has the fastest autofocus on any phone, and possibly the best camera. I'm not a samsung fanboy - I've never even owned a samsung phone or tablet.

      Siniša RužičićMikiotariqMando


      • Andrii Gritsevskyi 2
        Andrii Gritsevskyi Jul 27, 2016 Link to comment

        No, it is not. You should try it yourself for a day or so, and I bet you will change your opinion. And, honestly, I can imagine it is not so much camera problem but combination of driver/library/software.


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        Peter Harwood Jul 27, 2016 Link to comment

        Thought the S7 has an autofocus speed of 0.05 think you'll find the Z5 has a speed of 0.03


    • Mikio 4
      Mikio Jul 28, 2016 Link to comment

      Hahahahaha😂
      Trashsung


  • Mikio 4
    Mikio Apr 30, 2016 Link to comment

    Unfair.

    The photos are need to be same to compare.

    ~I wish there are original downloadable photos taken from those phone. Especially from XPERIA Z5

    Andrii Gritsevskyi


  • CJ Brown 29
    CJ Brown Apr 24, 2016 Link to comment

    Still impressed by the Nexus 6P, although every Android smartphone mentioned in this article has a top notch camera ... I guess it's only a matter of time before the HTC 10 is reviewed and added to the list


  • Admire You 2
    Admire You Apr 19, 2016 Link to comment

    s7 is the best sodar forget all others but htc 10 could be as good or better we have to wait and find out

    xperia z is crap phone brake easy camera r blury i had xperia z3 dead sfter 2months will never byt sony mobile again previously i had sony experia same storry brake easy stay away from sony mobile

    Siniša Ružičić


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      Deactivated Account May 5, 2016 Link to comment

      My S5 was a plastic piece of crap that got water leaking in and rusted all the internals, so much for IP58. I bought a Sony Xperia Z5 Premium and I will never buy Samsung phones again. This Xperia camera destroys Galaxy phones any day.

      Deactivated Account


    • Andrew Albano 6
      Andrew Albano Jul 26, 2016 Link to comment

      You should treat your GIFTS with great care young man!


    • 21
      Peter Harwood Jul 28, 2016 Link to comment

      look after them they don't break?


  • 4
    LatinoMicz Apr 16, 2016 Link to comment

    Really? Z5 is good? I had a Z3 and hated it so bad. The camera with 20mp was dreadful. Felt so much worse than my 4ultra pixel M7 that I switched from. That plus horrible bluetooth connection issues made me ditch the phone quick and vow never to touch a Sony phone again.

    Siniša Ružičić


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      Deactivated Account May 5, 2016 Link to comment

      I had a Z3 and I rooted it. Everything improved with the Marshmallow update but I bought a Z5 Premium now. All those problems are now gone and Sony listens to all our suggestions and their development community hosts votes and requests for features. Yes, the Z3 has issues but if you're vowing not to buy Sony phones again, you're at a big loss.


  • surya kumar 16
    surya kumar Apr 16, 2016 Link to comment

    I think s7 have lesser resolution than 6P.But you mentioned 6p has the lowest resolution in this list


    • Andrii Gritsevskyi 2
      Andrii Gritsevskyi Jul 27, 2016 Link to comment

      It is not about number of the pixels, it is about quality of the camera.

      Siniša RužičićDeactivated Account


  • 9
    Alex W. Apr 15, 2016 Link to comment

    So the best camera award goes to Z5, but what about it's overheating issues and is the software ok? Cause I heard something about lags.

    Deactivated Account


    • tariq 6
      tariq Apr 15, 2016 Link to comment

      I had Sony phones for past 3 years. They have some heating issues, but opening all of the ports helps it cool down or u can just put it under cold water for a few secs. And the camera; its great and all but only outside, the camera on Sony phones is awful in the dark and flash doesn't help since the camera can't auto focus quick enough... S7edge wins camera test for me, especially in the dark!


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      Deactivated Account May 5, 2016 Link to comment

      No overheating issues for me on my Z5 Premium. Software is running excellently. All problems were fixed after the marshmallow update.


  • 21
    Peter Harwood Apr 15, 2016 Link to comment

    Just love the camera of the Z5 so easy to use and pictures are very good in all situations

    Deactivated Account


  • 2
    Precision Apr 15, 2016 Link to comment

    All the cameras aren't as good as they should be. But if they were, how many people would upgrade ?

    I think there was a wasted opportunity here also because cameras perform differently in different lighting conditions. And comparisons were not made.

    People should also be aware that reviewers often get sent better models with better components than the ones that get delivered to people.

    Andrii Gritsevskyi


  • 12
    lianne john Apr 15, 2016 Link to comment

    LG makes a good choice!

    Stephen Knowles


  • Matt Schutte 1
    Matt Schutte Feb 7, 2016 Link to comment

    My Fruit Loops cereal box pin-hole-camera may be a bit older than the smart-cam competition of 2016, but megapixels and sensor size can't beat the tiny Gnome behind the lens that renders crayon sketches in 64 colors, all in less than 5 minutes!


  • walter white 3
    walter white Jan 29, 2016 Link to comment

    This review is so dense, and biased toward SHAMESUNG it's sad. The v10 is the most innovative, and includes the most features people actually want, plus it's military drop test specced. Applesung offers nothing but cheated benchmarks, and touchpizz. This site is weak, Android central ftw.


  • 2
    Khalid Jan 24, 2016 Link to comment

    you should name this Samsung Pit/Huawei Pit instead Androidpit

    Deactivated Accountwalter white


  • Hariyanto Sahabuddin 5
    Hariyanto Sahabuddin Jan 22, 2016 Link to comment

    Unfortunately most of those phones are very expensive ones. I wish I could buy one.


  • Parvind Chahal 21
    Parvind Chahal Jan 21, 2016 Link to comment

    u cant make people fools s6 camera is better than v10 moto and nexus 6p.....i can bet


    • 8
      Michael Cook Jan 21, 2016 Link to comment

      Huh?

      Anh Khoa Trần


    • walter white 3
      walter white Jan 29, 2016 Link to comment

      You can bet......but you'll lose. If you ever read a reputable website like the verge, you will see which phone has the best camera. Its not shamesung either.

      Deactivated AccountAnh Khoa Trần


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    Deactivated Account Jan 21, 2016 Link to comment

    Best cameras of 2016? They are all 2015 phones. The 2016 phones have not even been released.

    Hariyanto Sahabuddin


  • 8
    Michael Cook Jan 21, 2016 Link to comment

    I got my LG V10 last week, and it really does have an awesome camera!


  • 2
    bharath Jan 21, 2016 Link to comment

    u didnt mention about lenovo vibeshot


  • 2
    chetan Jan 21, 2016 Link to comment

    my canvas knight has also the best camera to use for 4ever


  • hotspring21 12
    hotspring21 Dec 26, 2015 Link to comment

    How about Panasonic DMC-CM1? True this is 2014 phone, but it still beats any android camera out there for sensor size and stills picture quality


    • Guto Nobre 6
      Guto Nobre Jan 14, 2016 Link to comment

      Yep, but Android version has stopped in 4.4... No update....


  • 2
    James Rodwer Dec 24, 2015 Link to comment

    I have to go with Galaxy Note 5. It is the best phone you can have at this moment and it provides you with anything you ever wanted from a smartphone.
    The screen is really great and you can easily watch your favourite tv show on it without realising you are on a smartphone.
    The camera is awesome! It has a 16 MP Rear Camera and 5 MP Front Camera. However, the clarity of the phone is very clear and the additional features make the photos even more interesting.

    lotus


    • 8
      Michael Cook Jan 21, 2016 Link to comment

      Except it has a back made of very breakable glass (who thought that was a good idea?), and they removed the removable battery and SD Card, they took form over function, the Note 5 is basically a blown up S6 with an S Pen. It's sad to see Samsung go the Apple route.

      walter white


    • walter white 3
      walter white Jan 29, 2016 Link to comment

      Obviously you've never used a v10.


  • William K. 10
    William K. Dec 15, 2015 Link to comment

    My M9 takes just fine pictures. I think all flagship phones have cameras basically on par with one another and the average person can't tell the difference. I don't understand the obsession with smartphone cameras.


  • 1
    Tamara C. Dec 14, 2015 Link to comment

    Wow! With SoOooo many ideas n inventions in your head how do you you get it to Industry??? I would really love to help the plant be a better place for all life. Good for you, for putting this out there. It's still in it's Infancy..Give it time to grow. It's a Brilliant idea


  • 21
    Peter Harwood Dec 12, 2015 Link to comment

    all i can say is I've had a z5 now for a couple of months and i think it's probably the best out there at the moment


  • 3
    Kong Ling Dec 12, 2015 Link to comment

    Bad author for mentioning Samsung name in Nexus/LG Pit.


  • 9
    rick Dec 10, 2015 Link to comment

    i have the the S5, i think the camera is as good as any. At least for a phone camera.


  • 7
    Ian Shore Dec 10, 2015 Link to comment

    Interesting that the Note 5 missed the cut.


    • 9
      Chavanel Dec 27, 2015 Link to comment

      S6/S6 Edge/S6 Edge+/Note 5 all use the same camera sensor and image processing. In other words, they are all the same.


  • 4
    James William Dec 10, 2015 Link to comment

    What I really like is Sony Xperia Z5's snap. It was just cool. I liked it a lot.


  • 2
    Josee Bouthillette Aug 4, 2015 Link to comment

    LG G3 does also great pictures even better than Samsung Galaxy Alpha

    Stephen Knowles


  • 7
    SNault Aug 3, 2015 Link to comment

    Is this a paid Samsung ad or have you never heard of the LG G4? The G4 beats the heck out of the S6 camera.

    Stephen Knowles


    • walter white 3
      walter white Jan 29, 2016 Link to comment

      Yup.


  • Lau6304 2
    Lau6304 Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    Where is Sony? Where is LG?

    Stephen Knowles


    • 1
      Alban Koxha Dec 13, 2015 Link to comment

      I am quite happy


  • wasimariflone 6
    wasimariflone Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    i compared s6 and xperia z3c side by side , only thing i liked about s6 was more details when zoomed in, other than that z3 wins

    Lau6304


  • wasimariflone 6
    wasimariflone Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    No Sony ? certainly they take good pictures

    Chad_Higgins


    • Chad_Higgins 15
      Chad_Higgins Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

      Never saw anyone in USA with a Sony? But I'm sure given there reputation they take GREAT pictures.

      wasimariflone


  • Chad_Higgins 15
    Chad_Higgins Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    Anyone who has a HTC Desire 816 will tell you, this phone also takes incredible pictures, whether you use the front or back camera. 5mp, 13mp

    Elena R


    • 1
      Elena R Jun 8, 2016 Link to comment

      Agree! I'm on prepaid with Virgin mobile and love the camera of the Desire 816, unfortunately I was running out of memory so I "upgraded" to the Galaxy J7, the camera is awful in the J7, a lot of noise and blurry pics and takes a long time to focus and on top of that I got a defective phone, LOL, so I have to return the galaxy, now I'm checking which phone I will get


  • 5
    Sebastian Marr Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    I agree with everyone else. There are a lot of better cameras, and not necessarily Samsung, Apple and all of this big names.


  • 4
    Miguel Gonçalves Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    The title should be: "Samsung advertisement"

    walter whiteSNault


  • prince kesarwani 5
    prince kesarwani Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    how abt thinking of sony xperia z3+


  • 3
    otillee lee Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    It's all about Samsung! Bad joke you make in this article! -1!

    walter whiteIhsan Ullah AasimSNaultLau6304


    • 4
      Junior Diaz Jul 5, 2015 Link to comment

      It seems like androidpit is just one huge Samsung ad

      walter whiteIhsan Ullah AasimSNault


  • Randy Walsh 5
    Randy Walsh Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    Where is the LG G4? Most every Android site and it's reviewers say it's Camera is as good or even better than the S6.

    SNaultLau6304WhoDunit


  • 4
    Miguel Gonçalves Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    Where is Huawei P8???


    • Chad_Higgins 15
      Chad_Higgins Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

      They don't sell those here in USA. Is it any good?


  • 19
    Moni Mihailov Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    I can't believe you didn't mention the Galaxy S5 :/ It's the 2nd best camera after the S6.

    Chad_Higgins


    • walter white 3
      walter white Jan 29, 2016 Link to comment

      Are you joking? That phone flat out sucks donkey balls.


  • Paolo 17
    Paolo Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

    Did you just legitimately give an 'Honorable Mention' to 4 Megapixels, aggressive software processing, and a gimmicky dual lens setup that creates a poorly created Bokeh effect? My Note 3 camera is much better than, I dunno, every 2013-onwards HTC phone ever?


    • Chad_Higgins 15
      Chad_Higgins Jul 4, 2015 Link to comment

      I will put my HTC Desire 816 up against your note 3 any day. And see which phone takes a better picture!

      Ihsan Ullah Aasim

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