Best Camera Phones 2022

Best Camera Phones 2022 (OVERVIEW) - CONTENTS

How to Choose a Camera Phone

The offer on the market of camera phones is constantly expanding and we can tell that nowadays the category of phone cameras is very important. When introducing new mobile phones, all manufacturers emphasise the quality of the photo lenses and compete in offering more lenses, higher resolution or better zoom. But what should we really look out for as users? Which parameters should we follow to keep track of the camera phones market?

The most discussed parameter is still the sensor resolution. It would be a mistake to only decide by the sensor, but the good resolution can, for example, serve to improve image quality after zooming. The standard resolution rises with time, even sensors with 48 or 64 Mpx are no surprise today. The record holder in the first quarter of 2020 is the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G with a 108Mpx sensor when this value is used to combine several pixels into one.

In addition to the resolution, we should also check the lens aperture. The aperture ratio indicates how much light the sensor can use to take a photo. The lower the aperture, the more light gets to the sensor. In that case, we can get better results even in low light conditions. Also, such sensor is capable of capturing images faster, reducing the risk of blur caused by a moving object.

For a proper camera setup or a scene control in real-time, nowadays manufacturers rely on artificial intelligence or AI. The phones are equipped with powerful processors that can improve focus, recognise objects and faces etc. using smart algorithms. Evaluation of these settings is processed instantly, much faster than a human mind could respond.

Artificial intelligence can also control images from multiple sensors. Gone are the days when a mobile phone had just one quality sensor. Today phones are equipped with several sensors, each takes care of a different area, each is designed for a different type of imaging. Phones with four, five, or even seven sensors are no exception. The main lens is complemented by an ultra-wide, telephoto, macro sensor, ToF sensor and other types of sensors.

Mobile phones used to be criticised for not being able to work well with zoom compared to digital cameras. The concept of optical zoom, however, has become a standard to mobile phones and manufacturers combine it with digital and hybrid zoom. It is possible to optically zoom a scene to a certain extent without loss of image quality. If zoomed closer with digital zoom, the image quality will decrease.

Also, you might have heard of the term "wide-angle lens", which ensures that the shooting area is enlarged and the lens allows to fit more of the scene in the photo or video. That is for example how popular GoPro action cameras work. Some phones also have this ultra-wide-angle lens, which can capture a really large field of view.

Which phones are rightfully the best camera phones of today? The selection is based on the ranking DxOMark, and the article includes only those camera phones that were available on our market at the time of their sale. Some of them are not linked because they are not currently on sale. However, it is possible that they will go on sale again. The article is divided into individual categories and in the description of the phone, you can always read what qualities the smartphone has.

The Best Camera Phones of Today

Discerning mobile photographers will choose from the following list. Camera phones in this category are the current leaders in mobile photography. Their sensors can cope with almost any situation and they have several sensors. Each of them is perfectly prepared for their role. From the following list, any of the phones can be a substitute for conventional compact cameras. They're all great and powerful smartphones with a rich equipment and a good design.

iPhone 13 Pro Max

• Enhanced night mode
• Filmmaker Mode
• Macro

The most expensive new iPhone model is really ready for great photography. Although the paper parameters of the sensors differ only slightly, the number of megapixels does not differ at all, but there have been valuable changes. In particular, all cameras can now handle night mode. When really close focusing, the macro mode is automatically activated for close-up shots of the subject. The sensors have grown in size and can also handle enhanced video recording. According to the manufacturer, the footage will look like it was cut from a movie thanks to the filmmaking mode. Expect a display with up to 120Hz dynamic frequency when editing photos, videos and even when using iOS 15. And the larger battery and lower price are certainly nice enticements that will convince many users to buy the iPhone 13 Pro Max. More in the article iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max (PREVIEW): photo equipment at the highest level.

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iPhone 13 Pro

• Same photo equipment as Pro Max
• 120Hz display
• Powerful A15 Bionic chip

The pleasing news is that this year the Pro and Pro Max models are no different except for size. So with iPhone 13 Pro, expect performance on par with its bigger brother, and not just in terms of photography and cinematography. The fast A15 Bionic chip won't keep you waiting, and the agile iOS 15 and faster-response display only help the smoothness. This year, the polished-edge design comes in 4 possible colour variants. These are dark grey, gold, silver and the new mountain blue. And to enjoy the display on an even larger surface, the front cutout containing the Face ID camera and other sensors has been narrowed. The increase in battery life over last year's iPhone 12 Pro is really noticeable.

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Google Pixel 6 Pro 5G

• Camera with artificial intelligence
• Giant high-resolution display
• Always the latest Android

Google Pixel phones have always been synonymous with great photography. The new Google Pixel 6 Pro 5G continues this tradition and improves the software photo processing once again. The main camera is 50Mpx and there is also a 12Mpx wide-angle camera and a 48Mpx telephoto lens with 4x optical zoom. An interesting feature is Magic Eraser, which can remove unwanted objects from the photo. Not to forget the gorgeous, slightly curved display that supports a 120 Hz refresh rate. Lightning-fast responsiveness is ensured by a Google Tensor processor backed by 12GB of RAM, and owners can also look forward to long-lasting software support. An article about the phone: Google Pixel 6 review: more than just an amazing camera?

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G

• 108Mpx main camera
• 2 telephoto lenses
• S Pen touch pen

Among the best camera phones of today is the flagship Samsung Galaxy S22 series, especially its top model Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G. It builds on the success of the previous model, with which it shares a 108MP camera. After that, there's an ultra-wide 10Mpx sensor and a pair of telephoto lenses round out the lineup. Both have a resolution of 10 Mpx but differ in the optical zoom range. The former can handle 3x magnification, the latter 10x. You can edit and work with raw RAW images on the phone itself. A new feature of the smartphone is the S Pen integrated into the body with an even faster response, which can be used to control the huge 6.8" display. The S22 Ultra has the best hardware components and has a lot to offer. Not only the most demanding users are likely to be very satisfied with it. More in the article Samsung Galaxy S22 (PREVIEW): the return of the king of Androids?

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iPhone 13

• Powerful Apple A15 Bionic chip
• Filmmaker Mode
• New camera layout

The entry-level iPhone 13 will please those who want a quality photo phone but still want it to be compact and powerful. The medium-sized 6.1-inch display should be enough for most users, but the response is the standard 60Hz. There are more colour options to choose from, so you can get it in green or pink, for example. The performance parameters are clearly defined - Apple's A15 Bionic processor is almost unrivalled and the reliable system ensures a truly seamless iOS experience. Apple has relied on 12MP cameras for years, and in addition to the basic one, there's also a wide-angle one. There's no shortage of movie mode, and in general, the capabilities are more in line with the Pro series models. Macro, however, remains the prerogative of the Pro models. Find out more about iPhone 13 here: iPhone 13 (PREVIEW): even better display, pro camera and longer battery life.

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iPhone 13 mini

• Compact size
• A15 Bionic processor
• Quality cameras

The cheapest and smallest of the 13 iPhones has nothing to be ashamed of. It's basically just a smaller iPhone 13. The main panel is smaller, of course, reaching a compact size of 5.4". The phone is powered by the same A15 Bionic processor and comes in the same colours. A pair of cameras also appears here, both with 12Mpx resolution and delivering great results even in lower light conditions thanks to an improved night mode. You can't go wrong with the smallest iPhone, even in video mode, and this model can blur the background in movie mode. We write about the mobile in more detail here: iPhone 13 mini (PREVIEW): compact iPhone without concessions.

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The Best Camera Phones Under 10,000 CZK

If you're looking for phones with a quality camera that also doesn't cost a fortune, you'll find our tips for the best camera phones under 10,000 CZK useful. Considering the price, they are no longer the absolute top of the range, so it is necessary to count on certain compromises, yet we can talk about these camera phones as very good. We have selected the following models:

Vivo V21 5G

• Main camera 64 Mpx
• Selfie with 44 Mpx resolution
• Memory cards

The likeable Vivo V21 5G boasts more than just its photographic capabilities. But let's start with these. Vivo relies on 3 sensors. The main camera with a resolution of 64 Mpx pleases with a brightness of f/1.79. The wide-angle 8MP lens can handle wider angles, and there's a 2MP macro. The phone also excels in quality selfies thanks to its 44MP sensor. At first glance, the Vivo V21 5G impresses with a successful display that can handle a refresh rate of 90 Hz. The octa-core MediaTek chip with 8 GB of RAM can handle even more demanding operations. You can expand the internal memory with memory cards.

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OnePlus 8T

• 48Mpx main camera
• 5Mpx macro images
• Fast charging 65 W

OnePlus' next model follows in the footsteps of the brand's other smartphones and is the base for a quad-camera setup. Let's start with the main one with a resolution of 48 Mpx. It is a high-quality Sony IMX586 with optical stabilisation. For shots of the wide surroundings, there is a 16Mpx camera, a 5Mpx macro camera and finally a 2Mpx black and white sensor. Creations, even 8K videos, can be viewed on the 6.5" AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The 4,500 mAh battery is easily replenished with fast 65W charging. More about the phone in the article OnePlus 8T (PREVIEW): Improved display, camera and friendly price.

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OnePlus Nord N10 5G

• 64Mpx main lens
• 2Mpx macro lens
• 5G network support

The OnePlus brand is associated with quality photography. This is no different with the Nord N10 5G. In addition to the main 64Mpx lens, there are 3 other lenses in the lineup. One is wide-angle, another can accurately blur the background in portrait shooting thanks to the depth of field detection, and the last is a macro lens. As the name implies, it supports the fastest 5G networks. Pure Android with a simple Oxygen OS add-on brings revolutionary phone control with just gestures over the device. Fast 30W charging is standard on OnePlus.

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Realme 7 Pro

• Camera with artificial intelligence
• 32Mpx selfie camera
• 65W fast charging

Another phone with a quad lens for photos of all parameters is the Realme 7 Pro. This model is ideal for choosing the best price-performance ratio. It owes this not only to its 4 lenses. The main 64Mpx is complemented by a wide-angle, telephoto and macro sensor capable of focusing on close-ups. The hardware is also solid, led by the Snapdragon 720G processor and 8 GB of RAM. When your phone asks for a recharge, you can replenish the power really fast thanks to 65W charging. A full charge takes just over half an hour. We discuss the phone in more detail here: Realme 7 series phones (PREVIEW): 65W charging, nice performance and very competitive price.

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OnePlus Nord2 5G

• Black and white sensor
• Fast charging
• Pure Android with Oxygen OS

Around the 10,000 CZK mark, you can also get the currently well-equipped OnePlus Nord2 5G. The trio of rear cameras on this model promises decent photos. The basic camera shoots at 50 megapixels, and there's also optical stabilisation. You'll also get wide-angle images with up to 119° and 8MP resolution. The last is a 2Mpx black and white sensor. The Nord2 5G also impresses with its simple but effective design and 6.4" display. It also delivers a solid performance. The 8-core MediaTek chip is matched with 8 GB of RAM. The phone can handle fast 5G networks and thanks to 65W charging, you can recharge from 0 to 100% in just 30 minutes.

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Motorola Moto G100

• 64-megapixel main sensor
• Double selfie camera
• 5 000 mAh battery

The new Motorola G100 impresses not only in terms of photographic equipment. The main camera oversees the scene at 64MP, and the G100 boasts up to 16MP wide-angle camera with a 117° angle of view. Finally, there is a classic 2Mpx macro lens. There appear to be 4 cameras on the back of the Motorola Moto G100, but the last ring is the ToF sensor. An interesting feature of the selfie camera is that it is dual, with a resolution of 16 and 8 megapixels. In addition, the phone offers a 6.7" display with an agile 90Hz response. The octa-core Snapdragon 870 with 8GB of RAM is enough to run Android 11 smoothly.

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The Best Camera Phones Under 5,000 CZK

Even in the category up to 5,000 CZK, you can find mobile phones that take nice photos. However, it should be pointed out that phones in this category are very difficult to measure up to those that can rightfully be called the best camera phone. However, they offer solid performance when shooting snapshots in normal lighting conditions, in that they are reliable and for most users even sufficient. What's more, somewhat surprisingly, there are models that have features not often found even in more expensive models.

Motorola Moto G60s

• 64 Mpx main sensor
• Wide-angle, depth and macro sensor
• 50W charging

A total of 4 rear cameras on a phone under 5k? That's also possible. Motorola wants to prove on its Moto G60s that quality photo equipment doesn't have to be expensive. We start with a 64Mpx camera for normal shots, wide-angle you can shoot at 8Mpx resolution, images with blurred backgrounds will take a camera with 2Mpx resolution, and finally there is a 5Mpx macro sensor. The huge 6.8" display has a refresh rate of 120 Hz. You can use memory cards, connect headphones via a 3.5mm jack and recharge the 5,000mAh battery with a powerful 50W charge.

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Vivo Y33s

• 50-megapixel main camera
• Macro camera
• Software RAM increase of 4 GB

The Vivo brand is successfully establishing itself in the Czech market. No wonder, it already has several quality mobiles at a decent price. The Vivo Y33s belongs to the category of phones up to 5,000 CZK, yet its equipment surprises. Detailed photos are taken by a 50Mpx sensor complemented by a 2Mpx camera for shooting portraits, and there are also macro images in 2Mpx quality. The nearly 6.6" display supports Full HD+ resolution. Android 11 is backed by 8GB of RAM with the option to add an additional 4GB in software. You may be looking for a charger after 2 days when you've used up the 5,000 mAh capacity. Artificial intelligence is available for shooting and editing.

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Samsung Galaxy A22

• 4 rear photosensors
• Micro SD cards
• 5 000 mAh battery

The Samsung Galaxy A22 is one of the cheaper models in the Galaxy series, but it can still do a lot. Samsung didn't skimp on the number of cameras. Most photos will probably be taken with the 48MP sensor. The equipment includes, of course, an 8Mpx wide-angle camera that can even handle an angle of 123°. The last sensors are a 2Mpx depth of field sensor for portraits and also a 2Mpx macro sensor. The phone can take a selfie at a resolution of up to 13 megapixels. Everything will be smooth on the Super AMOLED display thanks to the 90Hz frequency. You can expand the internal memory with Micro SD cards, plug wired headphones into the 3.5mm jack and rely on great battery life.

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Vivo Y52 5G

• 48Mpx camera
• Memory cards
• 5 000 mAh battery

The Vivo Y52 5G is a phone with a modern look that already catches the eye at first glance. We are already used to the drop-shaped cutout in the display of this manufacturer. In it is hidden an 8Mpx selfie camera. Interested in the specifications of the rear cameras? Everything essential is captured by the main 48Mpx sensor with a nice f/1.8 aperture. It is complemented by a depth-of-field sensor and a 2MP macro camera. You'll be pleased with the improved night shooting, which reduces noise in the resulting image. For selfie videos, there's better image stabilisation that works with the eye and face-focusing camera. The phone accepts memory cards and there is also the much-loved 3.5mm headphone jack or modern fast internet via 5G. All-day battery life thanks to a 5,000mAh battery is the icing on the cake.

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Realme 8

• 4 cameras
• Memory cards
• Fast charging

The next Realme model in our ranking is the Realme 8. Four cameras have found a place on its back. The main one with 48 megapixels can handle most situations, even with the help of artificial intelligence. Then there's an 8MP sensor with wide-angle shooting capability, a 2MP macro sensor and a depth-of-field sensor. The manufacturer also promises an improved night mode. All content is projected on a 6.4" display with fine resolution and those who can't get enough of the maximum internal capacity of 128 GB can use microSD memory cards. Those who crave long battery life and lightning-fast charging will be satisfied with the Realme 8. Battery capacity is 5,000 mAh and charging is 30W. Read more in the article Realme 8 and 8 Pro (PREVIEW): interesting camera features and nice price.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 11

• 50Mpx camera
• Smooth 90Hz display
• 5 000mAh battery

Smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi continues to surprise with decent performance while maintaining a sympathetic price tag. The Redmi Note 11 is a great example of this. The compact rear photo module can accommodate 4 cameras. The biggest is the main camera with a resolution of 50 Mpx. It is complemented by an 8Mpx ultra-wide angle, 2Mpx macro sensor and a 2Mpx depth of field sensor. The mobile phone does not forget to mention on the protrusion that the camera is AI, i.e. that it is also assisted by artificial intelligence. The display is beautifully fast thanks to the 90 Hz display. The decent battery capacity of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 allows you to enjoy it all day without any problems. More information here: Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 (PREVIEW): the best in the Xiaomi spirit.

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