Smartphone cameras have evolved to such an extent that you don’t need a professional camera to create an impressive video. It has allowed people to explore, capture and present their creations just using a smartphone. Scrolling through social media platforms, you must have come across some vlogs or TikTok videos. In case you get stuck choosing the best phone for such a purpose.
We've made a list of the best budget camera phones for your convenience:
- Samsung Galaxy S21
- Apple iPhone 12 mini
- Vivo X60 Pro
- OnePlus 9
- Realme GT 2 Pro 5G
Samsung Galaxy S21
The Galaxy S21 5G is a decent performer, but it isn't a significant improvement over its predecessors: its Photo score of 123, for example, ties the Samsung Galaxy Note20. Some areas have improved, however, they have been offset by some deterioration in texture and noise performance. Samsung camera phones never fail.
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Rear camera |
12-megapixel (f/1.8, 1.8-micron) + 12-megapixel (f/2.2, 1.4-micron) + 64-megapixel (f/2.0, 0.8-micron) |
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Rear autofocus |
Yes |
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Rear flash |
Yes |
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Front camera |
10-megapixel (f/2.2, 1.22-micron) |
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No. of Front Cameras |
1 |
Apple iPhone 12 mini
In terms of camera, the device packs a dual-camera setup at the back which comprises a 12MP (f/1.6) lens accompanied by a 12MP (f/2.4) ultra-wide sensor. The system supports 2x optical zoom out, Digital zoom up to 5X, and Portrait mode with advanced bokeh, and Depth Control. Likewise, on the front, you will get a 12MP (f//2.2) selfie shooter that captures perfect selfies.
Framed with rugged aerospace-grade aluminum, the iPhone 12 mini is also rated IP68 that can protect the device up to a maximum depth of 6m up to 30 minutes.
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Dual |
12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.6" |
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Features |
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
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Video |
4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), stereo sound rec. |
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Dual |
12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
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Features |
HDR |
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Video |
4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
Vivo X60 Pro
Talking about camera X60 Pro+ comes with a quad-camera setup with a 50MP ISOCELL GN1 Primary camera, An 48MP Sony IMX598 ultra-wide where the Gimbal stabilization resides, a 32MP telephoto, and an 8MP periscope lens. The center punch-hole in the display holds a 32MP selfie camera. Collaboration with Zeiss brings many software and hardware upgrades to the smartphone. Zeiss anti-reflective coating can be found in the lens of X60 Pro+ which reduces flares and ghosting.
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Quad |
48 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, gimbal OIS 13 MP, f/2.5, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.8", 0.8µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide) |
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Features |
Zeiss optics, Pixel Shift, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
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Video |
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
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Single |
32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
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Features |
HDR |
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Video |
1080p@30fps |
OnePlus 9
With the protection of Corning Gorilla Glass 5, the front display holds a left-side punch-hole cutout like the 9 and 9Pro for the 16MP Sony IMX471 selfie camera. The whole device is powered by a 4,500mAh battery like 9 and 9Pro and the device is capable of 65W fast charging. 9R does not support wireless charging like 9 and 9Pro.
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Triple |
48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, AF 2 MP, f/2.4, (monochrome) |
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Features |
Hasselblad Color Calibration, dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
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Video |
8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
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Single |
16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
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Features |
Auto-HDR |
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Video |
1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
Realme GT 2 Pro 5G
The smartphone has a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor for optics with optical image stabilization (OIS). Similarly, you get a 50MP ultrawide sensor, the world’s first smartphone camera sensor with 150–degree FoV (Field of View). Furthermore, there’s a 2-megapixel sensor for macro photography.
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Back Camera |
Triple;
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Front Camera |
32MP Sony IMX615 |
Conclusion
We have listed some of the Best Budget Camera Phones in 2022. These were a few of the best Camera Phones with their camera specs for you. Some phones are expensive while some are cheaper, but the memories you capture in it is what value you more.
Certainly, it is up to you to study the features before buying one. However, while buying such Phones, apart from the actual camera, also prioritize features like processors, batteries, and others.
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