A phone with a high resolution camera. Rating of the best phones with a good camera

20.07.2023

Drivers

Until 2019, a huge number of smartphones with high-quality (and not so) cameras appeared, ranging from state employees to flagships. Choosing a budget smartphone with a good camera is necessary, taking into account user reviews and technical specifications of the gadget. Among premium brands like Apple and Samsung, it is quite difficult to find an inexpensive smartphone with a good camera, since you have to pay extra for the name of a famous company.

In this regard, it is necessary to pay attention to popular Chinese brands that have managed to prove themselves with good quality at the lowest price. Let's take a look at a few popular gadgets to identify cheap smartphones with a good camera.

Name	Screen	Camera	CPU	Battery	Price
Phones with a good camera: inexpensive models
	6.26″	Main: 12 + 5 MP, Front: 20 + 2 MP	Snapdragon 636, 8 cores	4000 mAh	12000 rub.
	6.2″	Main: 12 + 20 MP, Front: 20 + 8 MP	Snapdragon 636, 8 cores	3500 mAh	12500 rub.
	5.5″	Main: 12 + 5 MP, Front: 16 MP	Snapdragon 625, 8 cores	4000 mAh	10000 rub.
	6.5″	Main: 20 + 2 MP, Frontal: 16 MP	Hisilicon Kirin 710, 8 cores	3750 mAh	15000 rub.
	6″	Main: 12 + 20 MP, Front: 20 MP	Snapdragon 660, 4 cores	3010 mAh	14000 rub.

Characteristics

First of all, you should pay attention to the physical parameters of the camera, which play an important role in the quality of the resulting images.

Pixel size

Size plays a more important role than the number of megapixels, because a small sensor means worse quality. This is due to the fact that the amount of light received by a small pixel is much lower than that of a large one.

The matrix size is indicated in 1 / 1.3 inch format (indicators of the iPhone 6s Plus camera). But these are not simple inches, but vidicons. They have a size equal to 2/3 of an ordinary inch or 17 mm. Accordingly, for a 1 / 1.3 ″ matrix, the diagonal is one third of 17 mm, which is equal to 5.66 mm.

Aperture

Aperture (diaphragm) is the diameter of the hole that lets light through to the camera. A large aperture captures more light, so the quality of images at night will be better. But a camera with a small value of this indicator is convenient to use for landscape photos.

It should be said right away that the aperture is indicated in the f / 1.8 format (the smaller the index after the fraction, the larger the value of the aperture itself).

Optical stabilization (IOS) is a technology that compensates for camera shake. Due to this, the pictures are clearer. There is also software (digital) stabilization, but it is inferior in quality.

Although we are interested in the camera, performance cannot be discarded. The device should work smoothly and cope with the tasks assigned to it.

RAM/ROM capacity

With the simultaneous opening of 1-2 applications, 2 GB of RAM will be enough, but with more than 3 applications running in the background, the device starts to slow down. We recommend buying a smartphone with at least 3 GB of RAM.

As for the amount of storage, it is worth considering that about 5 GB is occupied by the system. And then take into account your needs in the amount of memory of the gadget.

CPU

If you need a smartphone not for entertainment, then any processor will do. But for gamers, you need to look for as powerful as possible, for example Snapdragon 820.

The diagonal of the display depends on your preferences, but the higher the resolution, the better. For 5.5″ it should be at least Full HD (1920×1080 pixels).

Budget smartphones with good cameras

Having studied the budget smartphones released in 2017-2018, we have selected for you the five most suitable options for creating high-quality photos. Let's take a closer look at the rating of inexpensive smartphones with a good camera.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro

A great copy with an excellent camera and good performance. Immediately after the release, this smartphone became a "bestseller" and received recognition from users.

I immediately wanted to note the widescreen display, which looks very good for this price category.

The 8-core Snapdragon 636 processor is enough to perform both everyday tasks and more demanding ones (games, for example). When you start WordOfTanks, there is no discomfort, as there is enough performance for smooth stable operation.

As the main camera, a dual module of 12 + 5 MP is used. Due to this, the pictures are better and clearer. Also pleased with the excellent front camera, which also has two modules of 20 + 2 MP. Most Redmi Note 6 Pro users considered this device the best option for this amount.

Advantages

good performance;
excellent camera;
ideal ratio "price / quality";
high-quality screen;
quality assembly of the device.

Flaws

design for iPhone X;
not all programs are optimized for "bangs".

This gadget, having a low price, has established itself as a reliable middle peasant with a metal case and a large battery. You should not expect ultra-high performance from a smartphone for the money, but it copes with standard tasks and average games cheerfully.

You can study the specifications in more detail in the table.

As for the camera, it has a dual 12 + 20 megapixel module with phase detection autofocus and LED flash. A key feature of this model is an additional sensor, which is used to reduce noise, increase detail and create a bokeh effect.

As for the front camera, here it is also double. 20 + 8 megapixel module is enough for a full-fledged wide-angle "selfie" with excellent quality.

Advantages

the ability to record 4K;
quality assembly;
variety of settings;
fast fingerprint scanner;
nice price.

Flaws

system updates do not come often;
"bangs" above the display.

A smartphone with a fairly powerful hardware and a good camera managed to find its army of fans. Although the design is a typical gadget from Meizu, but it is for this design that they love it.

Performance is enough for everyday tasks, as well as medium-demanding games. The key role is played by the famous Meizu interface optimization, which is called Flyme OS.

A 12 + 5 MP matrix with f / 1.9 aperture and PDAF support (autofocus) is installed as a camera module. This is enough to get high-quality photos with well-designed details. By turning on manual mode, you can further adjust the white balance and ISO.

The camera can shoot video with a maximum resolution of 4K and a frequency of 30 frames / s. The image is smooth, stable and with good detail.

As for the front camera, it is quite high quality here. The 16-megapixel module copes with its task without any problems.

Advantages

good autonomy;
quality camera;
firmware optimization;
affordable price;

Flaws

sometimes the shell slows down.

Huawei Honor 8X

It is impossible to find a person who has not heard of Huawei. The company's devices have proven their reliability and quality. One such gadget is the Honor 8X smartphone.

Immediately it is necessary to say about the screen. The colors are rich and realistic, the color rendition is very pleased. The performance is also at a good level, enough for everyday tasks. And the 3750 mAh battery will provide a long operating time.

As for the camera, the smartphone has a dual module. The first at 20 MP, aperture f / 1.8 and the second at 2 MP. The pictures are of good quality, the colors are displayed correctly.

In Pro mode, you can set the ISO, white balance and other parameters yourself. I was very surprised by the presence of a shutter speed of 1/40000, which can only be used to photograph the sun in the sky.

In terms of performance, the smartphone has the already proven Snapdragon 660 processor installed. Accordingly, the device works cheerfully and without slowing down.

Now about the camera. The pictures are of good quality and have good detail. Due to the dual module and high-quality software, the ISO level and color reproduction are at a high level.

The best smartphones have earned their position honestly as they have come out victorious in duels against dozens of other mobile phones. However, not all of them have flawless cameras. The rating on this page is always up-to-date and is updated automatically.

Rating leader:

Number of points in the overall rating (out of 100): 100
Main camera, measured resolution: 1.547 line pairs
Video resolution, 3.840 x 2.160 pixels
Overall score: 95.1
Value for money: 55

The Galaxy S9 Plus model was presented as part of the Mobile World Congress 2018 and it was the manufacturer who endowed it with the most innovative camera solutions. The developers were able to implement the principle of the structure of the human eye in the lens of her camera, using a variable aperture in the design. The device can automatically switch between f/1.5 and f/2.4 according to lighting conditions, allowing the camera to capture 28% more light and capture detailed images with minimal noise even in dark rooms.

In the smartphone Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus, unlike the younger model Galaxy S9, a second camera is added as an auxiliary one, which is equipped with a telephoto lens. There is no variable aperture here, but a 2x optical zoom function is implemented. The matrix of the additional camera has a resolution of 12 megapixels and an aperture of f / 2.4. Among the features of this camera is the addition of a background blur effect - “bokeh” to the picture.

Some features of the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus cameras can be found in the official video for the smartphone.

Fusion of technologies and phenomenal result: HTC U12+

Number of points in the overall rating (out of 100): 99
Main camera, resolution: 12.2 megapixels
Front camera, resolution: 8.0 MP
Main camera, measured resolution: 1.589 line pairs
Main camera, peer-reviewed image quality: very good
Overall score: 92.3
Value for money: 51

HTC U12 Plus looks very attractive. It comes with a glass body and an aluminum frame in three color options. The screen has a resolution of 2880 x 1440 pixels and thus produces a very sharp picture with a pixel density of 537 dpi. However, the maximum screen brightness in this model is quite low, which spoils the overall very good impression. In our test, it scored only 290 candela.

Now about the camera. On the back, a 12-megapixel camera with a good aperture (f/1.7) is paired with a 16-megapixel telephoto camera with a dual focal length (f/2.6 aperture). Thanks to the telephoto lens, a double optical zoom is possible, which does not miss any details. Only the 12-megapixel camera has an optical image stabilizer. In addition, there is a portrait mode with a bokeh or blur effect, which is also available on the 8-megapixel front camera, as HTC also bets on a dual lens system here.

For sharper photos with less noise, especially at dusk, there is the so-called HDR Boost, which the manufacturer has significantly improved (HDR Boost 2). The U12 Plus takes multiple shots at different exposures and stacks them together to form a photo.

Record movies at up to 60 fps in UHD resolution with four microphones for 360° 3D sound. Slow motion is possible in Full HD mode at 240 frames per second.

Maximum Resolution: OnePlus 6 128GB

Number of points in the overall rating (out of 100): 95.3
Main camera, resolution: 15.9 megapixels
Front camera: Resolution: 15.9 MP
Main camera, measured resolution: 1.764 line pairs
Main camera, peer-reviewed image quality: very good
Video resolution: 3.840 x 2.160 pixels

Overall score: 94.4
Value for money: 65

The OnePlus 6 has a great OLED display, good battery life and strong performance. Unlike its predecessor, the body of this smartphone is not made of aluminum. Instead, the vendor dressed its flagship in Gorilla Glas 5 glass.

The display displays content with a resolution of 2280x1080 pixels, that is, the picture is very clear. In addition, we liked the rich colors (here we set the Standard-RGB color space coverage to as much as 148%) and the excellent contrast ratio. The maximum brightness, according to the results of measurements as part of testing, was 497 cd / m2 - this is so bright that even in sunlight the display remains well readable.

During performance testing, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor clearly demonstrated that it provides the device with serious power. When loading large websites and applications, the system responds lightning fast and smoothly.

Regarding the camera, we note that in this model, the manufacturer used an updated Sony IMX 519 sensor, which has a 19% larger area than the IMX 398 of the previous model. The main camera works in the company with the second one at 20 megapixels. The aperture of the OnePlus 6 is f/1.7, which is large enough to increase light output during shutter release. In addition, an optical image stabilizer appears on board as a novelty.

The results of our laboratory measurements show the high quality of the photographs. Even when shooting at dusk, negative effects such as noise and the effects of the blur algorithm remain within reason. The level of detail here is also good, although it does not reach the heights of cameras like the . The front camera uses a 16MP sensor and f/2.0 aperture.

Portrait mode is available on both the front and rear cameras of the OnePlus 6. With the help of AI, the front camera can create a stylish background blur (called bokeh in professional parlance).

Video clips can be shot in UHD at up to 60 frames per second, and slow motion video in Full-HD at 240 fps - the latter corresponds to a fourfold slowdown.

This smartphone is equipped with a camera with a number of innovative solutions that guarantee beautiful pictures in twilight conditions. Of course, this device uses a dual camera with a 12 megapixel matrix. We tested the optics in scenes in very bright light - 1000 lux and in dim light - 50 lux, and in both cases the device produced top-level photo quality. Details such as individual hair and threads are perfectly distinguishable in dim lighting - not so many smartphones that are not included in the group of top devices succeed in this.

However, the Zenfone 3 Zoom's daylight shots were slightly disappointing compared to the competition. In some places, the surfaces are overexposed, which reduces the level of detail. Other high-end smartphones offer a bit more quality.

The developers have used a symbiosis of electronic and optical image stabilizers in the camera of this smartphone. This allowed the built-in camera to capture the zoomed scene (2.3x) in good quality.

Smartphones with the best camera of 2017

HTC U11: smartphone with the best camera

The real star of the smartphone is its magnificent 12-megapixel camera. We have not yet seen such good quality of photos in any smartphone. Even, which until recently had the best score in the corresponding test category, cannot be compared with U11 in this parameter. To optimize image quality, HTC employs a so-called HDR-Boost mode, which allows the smartphone to distinguish between valid image information from digital artifacts and promises good photo quality even in dim light.

HTC U11 camera takes very good photos

And the test results back up those promises: details (such as thin strands of hair) commonly lost during our low-light camera testing due to heavy blurring are not the case with the HTC U11. Compared to the results of the S8 camera, here the pictures are darker, but they look more natural and, above all, more detailed.

The Samsung smartphone uses blurring much more, and therefore images lose some of the visual information. Of course, there is some discreet noise in the photos taken by HTC, but it doesn't interfere at all. The camera sharpens extremely quickly thanks to autofocus with Dual Pixel technology. Of course, HTC U11 creates all the prerequisites for some digital cameras to be “retired”.

HTC U11 has very good workmanship and is waterproof

By the way, HTC U11 has as many as four multidirectional microphones, which should not only provide accuracy in recognizing voice commands, but also when recording video, they can be used as a directional microphone to amplify the sound from a specific object - a great idea.

LG G4: great digital camera at a good price

If you want a great camera in a good smartphone but don't want to empty your pocket, we recommend the LG G4. You can get our recommended smartphone with a 5.5-inch screen by paying approximately 16,000 rubles.

To make the pictures extremely clear, the manufacturer equipped the camera with a 1/2.6-inch sensor and an aperture of F1.8. Even in low light conditions, the lens captures a lot of detail.

Good color reproduction and very high image clarity (1223 line pairs according to Deadleaves LOW10) are the key to high marks in tests.

Add to that a 16-megapixel camera resolution and a short (0.69 seconds) shutter time. In addition, the camera is capable of recording video in 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels).

You will find an up-to-date constantly updated list of smartphones with the best cameras.

1.

Camera (10%)

: 100

: 8.0 MP

Camera: Resolution

: 12.2 MP

: 1.566 line pairs

: Very good

Video Resolution

: 3.840 x 2.160 pixels

Overall score: 93.1

Value for money: 66

2.

Camera (10%)

: 92.5

Front camera: resolution

: 4.9 MP

Camera: Resolution

: 16.3 MP

Camera: measured resolution

: 1.790 line pairs

Camera: expert assessment of image quality

: Fine

Video Resolution

: 3.840 x 2.160 pixels

Overall score: 94.2

Value for money: 78

3.

Camera (10%)

: 91.1

Front camera: resolution

: 13.1 MP

Camera: Resolution

: 12.2 MP

Camera: measured resolution

: 1.511 line pairs

Camera: expert assessment of image quality

: Fine

Video Resolution

: 3.840 x 2.160 pixels

Overall score: 85.8

Value for money: 70

4.

Camera (10%)

: 90.8

Front camera: resolution

: 11.8MP

Camera: Resolution

: 19.7 MP

Camera: measured resolution

: 1.412 line pairs

Camera: expert assessment of image quality

: Very good

Video Resolution

: 3.840 x 2.160 pixels

Overall score: 92.9

Value for money: 68

5.

Camera (10%)

: 90

Front camera: resolution

: 8.0 MP

Camera: Resolution

: 22.5MP

Camera: measured resolution

: 2.088 line pairs

Camera: expert assessment of image quality

: Fine

Video Resolution

: 3.840 x 2.160 pixels

Overall score: 87.8

Value for money: 58

6.

Camera (10%)

: 89.3

Front camera: resolution

: 8.0 MP

Camera: Resolution

: 12.2 MP

Camera: measured resolution

: 1.564 line pairs

Camera: expert assessment of image quality

: Fine

Video Resolution

: 3.840 x 2.160 pixels

Overall score: 86.7

Value for money: 62

7.

Camera (10%)

: 88.8

Front camera: resolution

: 15.9 MP

Camera: Resolution

: 16.3 MP

Camera: measured resolution

Two types of flash at once (xenon and pulse), Carl Zeiss optics, a separate processor for working with the camera, excellent detail when shooting in good weather and a triple zoom without loss of image quality - even today such bells and whistles command respect, but in 2012 they looked simple cosmically. Yes, and 512 MB of RAM for Symbian was about the same margin as 64 GB of RAM in modern computers.

But, damn it, it was still the same dreary Symbian smartphone, only “tuned” like a classic Zhiguli with an aerodynamic body kit. Outdated display resolution (630x360 pixels at 4 inches, but capacitive and AMOLED), a single-core processor that processed web pages without much enthusiasm, the lack of full-featured applications for YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. Poor image and video quality when shooting at night, again.

Anyway, it was too late to drink Borjomi in the year when the radically cooler Samsung Galaxy S3, Nexus 4 and iPhone 5 were born - modern smartphones with HD display resolution, modern operating systems (Android 4.4 KitKat is still in price, Yes, and the iPhone has reached the current iOS 10 so far), without any legacy of the “difficult past”. Therefore, the Nokia 808 Pureview remained an interesting experiment and trial model, from which Nokia then built the cool Nokia 920 and completely switched to Windows.

Acer Liquid S2 - 4K video comes to smartphones

Didn't expect to see a manufacturer of laptops and monitors in the top cameraphones? But the fact remains - long before Acer went headlong into the production of budget mobile phones, the Taiwanese made a fuss with the announcement of their flagship Liquid S2, which was the first in the world to demonstrate video recording in 4K resolution, then not yet at 30, but only at 24 fps and only 5 minutes straight.

The camera in a modern smartphone is an integral part. Manufacturers, having reached near perfection in design and developed processors that can handle any task, began to pay more attention to cameras. Today, they are not only trying to endow them with as many megapixels as possible, but also provide additional features that allow mobile photography to reach a new level every year. A modern flagship smartphone is comparable to a good camera in terms of shooting capabilities. At the same time, you see, it is more convenient to have one device that will offer a wide range of functions than a separate camera, phone, music player, and so on.

Given the interest of many users in good camera phones (often the camera is a priority, despite the cost of a smartphone), we decided to rank the best smartphones with a good camera in 2017. If everything is clear with the flagship segment (there, almost every solution can offer a camera without serious drawbacks), then we had to dig into the middle/budget niche. There are a lot of smartphones in these segments, and it is difficult to single out clear favorites in terms of the quality of shooting. But we have tried and today we will answer the burning questions - how and what to choose a smartphone with a good camera in 2017.

In the process of compiling the ranking of smartphones with the best cameras, it turned out that there are a lot of worthy models. Therefore, it was decided to divide the top into two parts. In the first, we will consider relatively affordable solutions, in the second - expensive and best for shooting. .

The best inexpensive smartphones with good cameras (10,000-20,000 rubles)

As we have just noted, choosing an inexpensive smartphone with a good camera is quite problematic. You need to understand that the lower class, in principle, is not able to offer a device that will amaze you with photo quality. Here we can pick up smartphones that have a good camera compared to their competitors, but nothing more. With all the desire, manufacturers are not able to use the best sensors in a cheap solution. Yes, and by “inexpensive” we mean in this case smartphones not for 5000 rubles.

The key to good photos on a smartphone lies not only in the sensor model. The processor plays a huge role, the software plays an even bigger role. Do not forget about lenses, lenses and other components of the camera, the quality of which ultimately determines the level of shooting.

It is not enough just to install more cameras on each side of the smartphone - a lot depends on the approach of the manufacturer itself.

A vivid example of this is Google, which installs only one main 12-megapixel sensor in its Pixel smartphones, and they are eventually among the best on the market.

But something we moved away from the topic. So, the best budget (relatively) smartphones with good cameras.

Main camera: Sony IMX386 main module 12 MP + additional 2 MP
Diaphragm: f/2.2
Front: 8 MP with f/2.0 aperture
Maximum video quality: FullHD, 30fps
Additionally: phase detection autofocus, HDR
Review: Not yet
Price: around 11,000 rubles in popular online stores
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With a price tag of 11,000 rubles (if we consider the offers of Chinese online stores), you simply cannot find the best in terms of shooting. The smartphone itself is quite ordinary. Made of metal, a good 5.5-inch display, an inexpensive branded chipset and a 3340 mAh battery. Everything is in the tradition of a Chinese company.

But the cameras are really impressive. On the back side, we see a couple of sensors, but not any, as is customary in that segment. The main module here is Sony IMX386, which you can find in a number of Chinese flagship solutions, such as or. Moreover, engineers from Honor not only shoved it into a smartphone, but made friends with a 2-megapixel additional sensor.

During the day and in good lighting conditions, you can get pictures that are comparable in quality to more expensive smartphones. The photos come out detailed, the colors are saturated and with the right balance. Even the second sensor is not for beauty here - it helps to take photos with the effect of a blurred background, and not bad ones. At night, which is natural, the quality drops noticeably, but not to a critical level. The front camera is completely ordinary - the manufacturer spent the money on the main camera.

If, in addition to a good camera in a smartphone, you do not forget about your wallet, then Honor 6X is your choice. It is unlikely to change the idea of mobile shooting, but it certainly won’t leave you without good photos.

Main camera: 12 MP Sony IMX378 main sensor
Diaphragm: f/2.0
Front: 4 MP with f/2.0 aperture
Maximum video quality: 4K, 30 fps
Additionally: autofocus, HDR, macro mode
Review: Not yet
Price: around 18,000 rubles in popular online stores
Where can I buy: AliExpress gear best

The older brother of last year's flagship Xiaomi Mi5. And the original Mi5, with a good module from Sony, is able to take cool pictures, but this one is even better. The IMX378 sensor has a truly flagship origin. The same 12-megapixel module is used in the Google Pixel, which has been repeatedly called by many resources as one of the best camera phones.

Corresponding to its class, Xiaomi Mi5S takes good photos both during the day and in low light conditions. Good detail, realistic colors and fast focusing. However, many users complain about the camera software interface, which the manufacturer has not brought to mind. Video can be recorded in maximum 4K at 30 frames per second. There is optical stabilization, which will also help when taking photos in the evening.

What about the rest of the features? Xiaomi Mi5S is enclosed in a metal case, has a compact 5.15-inch display and a powerful Snapdragon 821 processor. Among the features, we can highlight support for fast charging and the presence of NFC.

A really worthy smartphone, which has no sensible competitors. In addition, it is also stuffed with flagship "chips". Due to some software flaws, of course, it is not able to stand on the same line with the best flagships of 2017, but it is worthy for its money.

Rear camera: two 13MP Sony IMX258 sensors
Diaphragm: f/2.2
Front: 16 MP with f/2.0 aperture
Maximum video quality: 4K, 30 fps
Additionally: autofocus, HDR, optical and digital stabilization, the ability to take photos in uncompressed RAW format, stereo sound recording
Review:
Price:
Where can I buy: AliExpress gear best

A beautiful smartphone that flaunts a dual main camera. The cameras here, let's say right away, are decent, but still not better than the same Mi5S, despite the fact that there are two of them. Two Sony IMX258 sensors are used at once, taking their place on the back side. Modules are quite common, and are often installed in smartphones for $150. But there are two of them here!

During the day, the photos are of a high level. Of course, you can find fault if you start to enlarge the picture, but you should also remember the price. At night, a more or less decent shot can be obtained by resorting to shutter speed, and here a tripod is already required. What pleases, there is the possibility of shooting in uncompressed format (RAW) DNG, which partially solves the problems. True, photos acquire a weight of approximately 25 MB. Things are not bad with video recording, which can be recorded with a maximum resolution of 4K. Optical stabilization will be a serious helper.

The front camera with a wide angle of 80 degrees is not made with a finger either. You should not expect any unprecedented quality, but friends on Vkontakte will certainly not laugh at your selfies. Otherwise, a mid-range smartphone. Beautiful, thin, Snapdragon processor, impressive memory, good screen.

If Honor 6X is too simple for you, but Xiaomi is allergic, then it makes sense to consider Nubia Z17 mini. For the money, the smartphone has a decent camera.

Rear camera: one 12 MP Sony IMX386 sensor
Diaphragm: f/2.0
Front: 5 MP with f/2.0 aperture
Maximum video quality: 4K, 30 fps
Additionally: laser autofocus, 4-axis optical stabilization, two-tone flash
Review: No
Price: in the region of 15,000-18,000 rubles in popular online stores
Where can I buy: AliExpress Svyaznoy

Another variation of last year's flagship, but from Meizu. Stylish and thin smartphone with a powerful "stuffing", cool screen and, of course, good cameras. It replaced the larger Pro 6, while getting the flagship optics from Sony. By the way, IMX386 can be found in a number of batches of the Galaxy S7.

Despite the fact that the resolution of the main camera has become smaller when compared with the 16-megapixel Pro 6 module, the quality has grown. A significant role was played by optical stabilization, which Meizu used for the first time in this smartphone. Moreover, the stabilizer here is not anyhow, but a 4-axis one. Laser autofocus appeared, and software algorithms for shooting were also updated. In general, the Meizu Pro 6S camera is stuffed as expected. Yes, and in reality, the photos turn out to be suitable, if you compare them with pictures on smartphones for 40,000+ rubles. During the day, which is natural, you can get an almost perfect photo, at night everything could be bad, but various bells and whistles like optical stabilization and additional shooting modes fix everything for the better.

Other features of the smartphone include an AMOLED display that supports 3D Press technology. This is an analogue of Apple's 3D Touch, which makes the screen susceptible to pressure. Meizu Pro 6S has good sound and a fairly capacious battery.

Fresh flagship from China or last year from AAA brand

In the middle segment, finding a smartphone with a good camera is getting easier. Not only mid-range models from well-known brands are presented here, but also many flagship solutions from Chinese companies, many top models of past years from popular manufacturers fall into the same segment.

Main camera: a pair of 12 MP Sony IMX378 sensors
Diaphragm: f/1.8 | f/2.6
Front: 8 MP
Maximum video quality: 4K, 30 fps
Additionally: OIS, PDAF, 2x optical zoom, HDR
Review: Not yet
Price: around 25,000 rubles in popular online stores
Where can I buy: AliExpress gear best

This year, Xiaomi presented users with an even cooler flagship, one of the features of which was a dual main camera. The manufacturer borrowed the scheme of the iPhone 7 Plus, equipping the Mi6 with two identical sensors that have different focal lengths. This allows you to take a photo with a blurry background effect on your smartphone, as well as use the possibility of a 2x optical zoom.

The hardware of the camera is really fancy. The aperture of the main module is f / 1.8, the pixel size is 1.25 microns. The main camera can shoot 4K video and it does it pretty well. However, it is not even worth comparing Xiaomi Mi6 in terms of camera capabilities with flagships from larger manufacturers - the Chinese are noticeably inferior. Despite the cool sensors, Xiaomi has not brought the software part to mind, and therefore does not pull the Mi6 to the level of the same Samsung Galaxy S8.

But the “stuffing” of Xiaomi Mi6 is certainly not inferior to other top solutions. Here is the latest from Qualcomm, and 6 GB of RAM, and a high-quality screen, and other "chips" of the modern flagship, including NFC and.

Xiaomi Mi6 for the money can be considered an excellent smartphone for taking photos. As with other solutions from the company, not everything is fine with the software part. Therefore, it is difficult to compare it with more expensive flagships of major brands. In addition, for 25,000 rubles, for which large Chinese online stores now offer it, you will not even find a used flagship of this year.

One Plus 5

Rear camera: two sensors Sony IMX398 + IMX350 (16 +20 MP)
Aperture: f/1.7 | f/2.6
Front: 16 MP, Sony IMX371, f/2.0
Maximum video quality: 4K, 30 fps
Additionally: autofocus, optical Zoom 2x, HDR, EIS
Review:
Price: around 30,000 rubles in popular online stores
Where can I buy: AliExpress gear best

OnePlus 5 borrowed almost all the features from the iPhone 7 Plus. Smartphones are similar in appearance, and the algorithm of the cameras is similar. OnePlus 5 also has two sensors on the back. This is a pair of rather expensive and popular modules, one of which acts as a telephoto lens. It performs two main tasks - optical zoom and bokeh effect.

On OnePlus 5 you can and should take high-quality photos. The manufacturer installed two expensive sensors here for a reason. The image quality on the OnePlus 5 is comparable to that of the key flagships of 2017, not counting the solutions that were introduced in the fall (and will be presented). Photos are saturated, with an abundance of detail and the right balance. The only thing in which OnePlus 5 can be noticeably worse than the same iPhone 7 Plus is portrait mode. But here, most likely, the camera software is to blame.

In terms of hardware, the smartphone corresponds to the flagship segment of the outgoing year. Here is the top-end chipset, 8 gigs of RAM, a good display and impressive autonomy, despite not the most capacious battery. In the AnTuTu test, OnePlus 5 still holds the leading position among Android smartphones.

The OnePlus 5 is a prime example of how a good flagship smartphone can be made for relatively little money. But not performance alone. There is simply no one to compete with it in its price segment, if you do not consider last year's (or the year before last) top solutions of AAA brands. But here, you will probably have to abandon the modern processor or other features in favor of the camera.

Samsung Galaxy S7

Main camera: one 12 MP Bright Cell S5K2L1 or Sony IMX260 module (depending on market and batch)
Diaphragm: f/1.7
Front: 5 MP, f/1.7
Maximum video quality: 4K, 30 fps
Additionally: autofocus, optical stabilizer, HDR
Review: No
Price: in the region of 33,000-35,000 rubles in Russian stores
Where can I buy: AliExpress (Refurbished) Svyaznoy

Last year's Samsung flagship, which has significantly fallen in price by today, and given the prices of the latest top-level solutions, the Galaxy S7 with its price tag is far from it. Despite this, the smartphone remains one of the best in terms of cameras, only slightly inferior to the Galaxy S8, which became its successor.

A 12-megapixel single sensor will not surprise anyone now. However, Samsung did a good job on it, giving it a bunch of additional features. The module received light-sensitive optics with f / 1.7 aperture. This aperture is especially useful when shooting at night - it allows you to get a photo with less noise. It also uses Dual Pixel technology, which was previously only used in SLR cameras.

During the day, let's not be afraid of this word, we get great photos on last year's Samsung Galaxy S7. Getting a rich and detailed shot in good lighting conditions on a smartphone is not a problem. Worthy Galaxy S7 copes with macro photography. The obvious advantages of a smartphone camera are noticeable at dusk. Of course, the perfect photo of distant objects cannot be obtained - after all, this is a mobile device - but with shooting near objects, for example, a company around a campfire, the camera copes quite well.

The Galaxy S7 also has good video recording, which is greatly facilitated by optical stabilization. Even the front camera will please you. Although it has a resolution of only 5 megapixels, it has an aperture, like the main sensor, f / 1.7. With good lighting, selfies are very, very cool.

And the rest of the specifications of the smartphone are still on the level. Last year's flagship processor is used (either proprietary or from Qualcomm, depending on the market). The Galaxy S7 boasts a crisp QHD screen, wireless charging, and IP68 dust and water resistance.

The Apple iPhone 6S was introduced in 2015, but it still sells well. In terms of shooting, it is noticeably inferior to competitors in this price segment, and the rest of the characteristics do not look impressive. The main camera is represented by a single sensor with f / 2.2 aperture. Thanks to good software optimization, the company managed to get the most out of this module.

The most powerful smartphones from China that you have not heard of or "flagship killers"

According to statistics, when buying a smartphone, most buyers first of all pay attention to its autonomy, camera quality and design. Everything is fine with the latter today, because even state employees can boast of an almost flagship appearance. As for the duration of work, it is easily increased by increasing the capacity of the battery. But it’s not so easy to understand the quality of the pictures taken by the phone by several numbers in the characteristics. Therefore, we have compiled a rating of smartphones with the best camera and powerful battery according to buyers, which will help you choose a great device for the Internet, games and photos, spending a reasonable amount of money on it.

Best cheap smartphones with good cameras and battery life

Customer demand is growing faster than technology advances. Once upon a time, a mediocre camera was enough for the user, and today even budget smartphones are criticized for strong noise in the pictures, fuzzy photos and the lack of such familiar “chips” as blurring the background. Considering such requests from buyers, we have chosen 3 inexpensive smartphones with a good dual camera. All of them are represented by solutions from Chinese brands, and the battery capacity of each of the devices is an impressive 4000 mAh.

1. Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite 3/32GB

Do you want to buy a smartphone under 12,000 rubles, pleasing with a stylish design, high-quality assembly and productive stuffing? A wonderful solution would be Mi A2 Lite from the Chinese brand Xiaomi. The smartphone runs on the still in demand Snapdragon 625 with Adreno 506 graphics accelerator. This is one of the best platforms for low-cost models, showing excellent results both in regular applications and in many modern games.

Note. Together with the A2 Lite, the manufacturer also released the regular A2. The cameras and hardware in it are better than in the younger version, and the display is devoid of a cutout. If you can add another 3-4 thousand rubles to the budget, then we recommend this option.

The main cameras of the Mi A2 Lite smartphone are represented by sensors from Sony and Samsung (IMX486 and S5K5E8, respectively), and the front module (OV5675) is manufactured by OmniVision. The latter is suitable not only for great selfies, but also for face unlocking. As for the rear modules, they take quite decent photos, but the lack of light still leads to noticeable noise.

Advantages:

pure Android operating system;
good rear camera modules;
battery life - 4000 mAh battery;
calibration and brightness of the display are excellent for both state employees;
separate tray for SIM and microSD.

Flaws:

Camera operation in low light still raises questions.

2. Meizu M6 Note 16GB

The second place was taken by a good smartphone from Meizu. The M6 Note model went on sale in the fall of 2017, and since then it has remained quite popular. Such a success of the device was provided by an excellent "stuffing": Snapdragon 625, Adreno 506, 3 GB of RAM.
By the way, this is the first Meizu phone based on Qualcomm, not MediaTek. If we talk about cameras, they are slightly inferior to competitors. The Sony IMX362 sensor is somewhat outdated, and the second 5 MP module is even worse. But the front is just great. For selfie fans, a smartphone with a powerful battery and a good camera Meizu M6 Note will be an excellent choice.

Advantages:

ideal design, as for a state employee;
metal body available in 4 colors;
good performance and speed;
great price;
there is support for fast charging;
touch-mechanical button mTouch;
autonomy up to 2 days at standard load.

Flaws:

only 16 GB of storage and a combined slot.

3. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 3/32GB

The Redmi Note line is considered one of the most popular in the range of Xiaomi, providing the manufacturer with the lion's share of sales. After the extremely successful Redmi Note 4, the Chinese decided to squeeze the maximum out of the market by releasing several modifications at once. Depending on the country, the smartphone is equipped with either the same cameras as the A2 Lite, or two Samsung modules at once (S5K2L7 instead of IMX486).

A smartphone with an excellent camera and battery pleases with a productive filling that perfectly “digests” modern games at medium graphics settings. For the younger modification with 3/32 GB of memory, the manufacturer asks for only 10 thousand rubles. But other solutions are also on sale, up to 6 gigabytes of RAM and 128 GB of ROM.

What can be highlighted:

tolerable sound;
high-quality main camera;
Full HD screen 5.99 inches with a ratio of 2:1;
lightning-fast fingerprint scanner;
impressive autonomy;
a good combination of low cost and ideal technical capabilities;
lies comfortably in the hand.

The best smartphones with a good camera and battery price - quality

Ready to spend a little more money, but want to do it wisely? This will help the second category of smartphones in our review, which contains the best devices in terms of price-quality ratio. For their price, these smartphones are an excellent choice for mobile photography. Accurate definition of objects in the frame to blur the background, excellent front cameras for high-quality selfies, as well as batteries from 3500 mAh, which will last for a whole day of active shooting - all this will delight buyers with a budget of 15 to 20 thousand rubles.

1. Honor 8X 4/64GB

The second category is opened by a smartphone with a clear focus on young people. And this is understandable not only by the name of the brand (Honor is a youth sub-brand of Huawei), but also by an attractive design. The device is enclosed in a glass case, available in black, blue and red colors. Most of the back cover is glossy and beautifully reflects the light falling on it (though fingerprints are just as “nice” there), and a small strip on the left, where the cameras are located, is semi-matte.

If we talk about cameras, then according to reviews, this smartphone shoots very worthy. On the front of the device is a 16-megapixel f / 2.0 sensor, placed in the same small cutout as the proximity sensors, a missed events indicator and a speaker. The latter is very small, but at the same time, quite loud and of high quality. The back panel of the smartphone is reserved for modules of 20 and 2 MP. The main work is done by a 20-megapixel sensor with f / 1.8 aperture, and the second camera is needed to blur the background. Moreover, this smartphone does very well, as for its price. Obviously, the inscription "AI CAMERA" on the back cover is not in vain.

Advantages:

one of the best screens in its segment;
the camera takes decent selfies and beautiful portrait shots;
well-thought-out branded shell and fast hardware;
attractive design and three beautiful colors;
fast fingerprint scanner and face recognition;
simultaneous work with a memory card and 2 SIM cards;
good complete cover and film on the screen.

Flaws:

the case is very easily soiled and slippery, it is better to wear it in a case;
The lack of light in the frame clearly affects the quality of the pictures.

2. Samsung Galaxy A6+ 32GB

Another youth smartphone with numerous good reviews is in second place. The Galaxy A6 Plus has an excellent 24MP f/1.9 front camera with its own flash. Thanks to the "selfie focus" option, you can get an imitation of blurring the background in photos. In general, the algorithm works well, but some flaws can still happen. But even in the dark, the smartphone manages to take quite good pictures with a minimum of noise.

The main camera, which has two modules at once for 16 and 5 MP, also shoots very well. But for games, this smartphone is poorly suited. The Galaxy A6 Plus is equipped with a Snapdragon 450 processor and Adreno 506 graphics. Yes, for many projects this hardware is enough, but only if you choose medium or low settings. But the energy efficiency of this hardware platform is beyond praise, which made it possible to ensure excellent autonomy of the device with a 3500 mAh battery.

Advantages:

perfectly calibrated AMOLED display with high resolution;
excellent front camera with flash;
excellent battery, which lasts for 2 days of work;
the presence of an NFC module and the stability of its operation;
attractive appearance and reliable metal case;
decent sound.

Flaws:

no event indicator;
rather weak "iron" for its price.

3. Huawei Mate 20 Lite

In the first place in the presented category is the smartphone with the best camera Huawei Mate 20 Lite. It is equipped with a Full HD display with a diagonal of 6.3 inches and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The screen occupies 82% of the front panel of the Mate 20 Lite and covers 85% of the NTSC space. There are two cameras in the device - 20 and 2 MP. They take great pictures, but videos can only be recorded in Full HD resolution (60 fps). It is also possible to record video at 480 frames / s, but for this the resolution will have to be lowered to 720p.
But selfie fans will obviously not be disappointed, since the smartphone has a dual main camera, which includes modules for 24 MP (f / 2) and 2 MP. Also, for 20,000 rubles, the manufacturer offers customers a good delivery package.

Advantages:

attractive appearance;
good delivery set;
excellent front camera;
built-in NFC;
3750 mAh battery confidently holds 1.5-2 days;
Instant activation of the fingerprint scanner.

Flaws:

incorrect system optimization;
main speaker volume.

The best smartphones with a good camera and premium battery

Modern mobile phones have not yet reached the level of full-fledged cameras, but the flagship models are very close to the same quality. Advanced smartphones allow you to take great photos, especially if the user spends a little time getting the right settings before shooting. Top smartphones are able to please not only ordinary consumers, but also people who maintain their blogs, develop social media accounts, and even amateurs who do not want to constantly carry a camera and charger with them.

1. Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) 6/128GB

Smartphone with 4 cameras

Why didn't we choose a model from the flagship S or Note lines? Yes, because none of the devices related to them is equipped with 4 cameras at once:

Wide angle (120 degrees).
2x optical zoom module.
Sensor with standard viewing angle.
Camera for digital background blur.

However, the latter is partly superfluous, since two modules are enough for the bokeh effect. But this does not prevent us from praising the smartphone with a very powerful battery and a decent camera for an interesting idea.

Praise is also worthy of the AMOLED screen, the diagonal and resolution of which are 6.3 inches and 2280x1080 pixels, respectively. As for the "stuffing", Samsung preferred the Snapdragon 660, which is popular in the middle segment, with the Adreno 512 graphics coprocessor.

Advantages:

6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of permanent memory;
separate microSD slot (up to 512 GB);
the main camera, including 4 sensors;
recognizable corporate identity and excellent assembly;
sufficient performance and speed.

Flaws:

given the characteristics, the cost of A9 is clearly overpriced;
in practice, the phone does not need so many cameras;
no optical stabilization.

2. OnePlus 6T 8/128GB

The next position in the ranking of smartphones with a good camera and battery is the OnePlus 6 cosmetic update. The novelty, which received the prefix "T" in the name, is available exclusively in black. However, the smartphone can be glossy or matte, which leaves users with a choice. Visually, both solutions look great, but the gloss is still more slippery and picks up fingerprints more easily.

OnePlus has once again refused full IP certification. The formal claim of an improved water-repellent layer should be taken with skepticism, since it does not guarantee protection against moisture.

The hardware platform of the OnePlus 6T smartphone is completely similar to its predecessor. But the screen of the device has changed a bit. And we are talking not only about a teardrop-shaped cutout instead of a “bangs”, but also about increasing the diagonal to 6.4 inches with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 instead of the previous 19:9. The screen is still made using AMOLED technology, and it is traditionally good (coverage of 151% sRGB and 99% DCI P3). However, all this is not as impressive as the fingerprint scanner hidden under the display. For convenience, the device has a face unlock.

Advantages:

fingerprint scanner under the display;
first-class color reproduction of the screen;
excellent performance in games;
Android 9.0;
with a moderate load, the battery holds 1.5 days;
almost perfect main camera;
clear and loud sound;
the ability to shoot Ultra HD video at 60 fps.

Flaws:

there is no full protection against water and dust;
rejection of the 3.5 mm jack, which was in the "six".

3. Huawei P20 Pro

The review is closed by a real masterpiece, the dream of any mobile photographer and ordinary buyer - Huawei P20 Pro. We can talk for a long time about its main camera, which includes three modules at once, but they will not look as colorful as the fact that the smartphone is now in the lead in the famous DxOMark rating. In it, the current flagship Huawei managed to overtake even Apple, and immediately by 4 points. The iPhone Xs Max itself was only 2 points ahead of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, HTC U12+ and Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 following it.

If the camera alone does not impress you, then the high-capacity battery (4000 mAh) installed in the smartphone and the 6.1-inch display with excellent brightness are also important arguments in favor of the reviewed model. To this it is also worth adding the most powerful "stuffing":

proprietary processor Kirin 970 (4 x 2.36 GHz, 4 x 1.84 GHz);
advanced graphics Mali-G72 (12 x 767 MHz);
immediately 6 gigabytes of RAM (LPDDR4X, 1833 MHz);
fast UFS 2.1 storage with a capacity of 128 GB.

Moreover, the manufacturer asks only 40 thousand rubles for all these advantages.

Advantages:

king in the mobile photography segment;
an impressive amount of built-in storage;
productive hardware and well-thought-out software;
optimal diagonal and high screen brightness;
good work of optical stabilization;
wide customization options for your own preferences;
IP67 protection;
front camera, ideal for selfies.

Flaws:

rather slippery and easily soiled case;
no support for wireless charging;
no 3.5mm jack.

Which smartphone with a good camera and a powerful battery is better to buy

By studying the rating of smartphones with a good camera and battery, each user will be able to find a suitable device for their own requirements. If you don't need the perfect camera but want to save money, then look towards Xiaomi and Meizu. In all smartphones from the second category, you will get excellent design, rich display and excellent front cameras. The undisputed leader in the top segment is the Huawei P20 Pro, which cannot be beaten by any competitor in terms of shooting quality.