TOP 10 smartphones with a good camera according to experts

Choosing a smartphone with a good camera is not easy, because in the budget category, few manufacturers pay attention to the photographic abilities of phones. Considering the complexity of determining the quality of photo modules without personal access to all devices, there is nothing surprising in the confusion when choosing the optimal device. TOP smartphones with a good camera will put everything in its place.

The best smartphones with a good camera

The rating mainly includes models from Chinese manufacturers, as they offer the best value for money. Still in the TOP there was a place for the South Korean giant Samsung, which is famous for its excellent camera modules.

When choosing the best phones with a good camera, the following characteristics were taken into account:

• screen parameters: resolution, type of matrix, diagonal;
• camera features: resolution, light sensitivity, number of sensors;
• the amount of RAM and permanent memory;
• chipset performance;
• functionality of the "Camera" application;
• speaker quality and volume;
• Battery capacity;
• operating system and firmware stability;
• dimensions and weight of smartphones.

Owner reviews, expert opinions and value for money also came to help in compiling the rating.

Xiaomi Redmi 8

It is a modern smartphone with an elegant design and decent cameras for a modest price. The 12MP main module can take good pictures in low light, and the 2MP depth sensor allows you to blur the background. The front camera also does not give up and takes quite decent photos. The large phone with multi-colored bodies is equipped with a 6.22-inch IPS-screen with HD + resolution. Even in the minimum configuration, the Snapdragon 439 chipset helps the smartphone handle any application without freezing.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6.22 "HD +
Camera (main and front), MP	12 + 2 and 8
RAM / ROM, GB	3/32
Battery, mAh	5000

Meizu Note 8

The device of 2018, which initially belonged to the middle segment, but as technology became cheaper, it became more affordable and remained relevant. It has decent performance thanks to the 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset. FullHD + The 6-inch screen resolution provides a beautiful picture. The main camera of the model is dual: 12 and 5 megapixels, and the front camera is 8 megapixels. The smartphone can take high-quality photos and videos, but with sufficient lighting. The weak point of the photographic module is shooting in the dark.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6 "FHD
Camera (main and front), MP	12 + 5 and 8
RAM / ROM, GB	4/64
Battery, mAh	3600

Sharp AQUOS S2

Inexpensive smartphone with 5.5-inch IPS-screen and FullHD-resolution with natural color reproduction. It contains 2 camera modules of 12 megapixels and 8 megapixels, which do a good job of shooting under any conditions. Most buyers attribute photographic capabilities to the model's strengths. Responsible for performance is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 chipset and 4 GB of RAM - this is enough for most tasks. The case is slim and durable.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	5.5 "FHD
Camera (main and front), MP	12 + 8 and 8
RAM / ROM, GB	4/64
Battery, mAh	3020

Xiaomi Mi A2

The representative of the second generation of devices on Android One does not contain a software shell, but receives updates to the operating system earlier than others. The picture is displayed on an IPS-screen with a diagonal of 5.99 inches and FullHD + resolution. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor and 4GB of RAM makes the smartphone one of the most productive in its niche. Its next advantage is 2 high-resolution main camera modules: 12 megapixels and 20 megapixels, as well as a 20 megapixel front sensor, which take high-quality photos.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	5.99 "FHD +
Camera (main and front), MP	20 + 12 and 20
RAM / ROM, GB	4/64
Battery, mAh	3010

Meizu Note 9

This phone has a good camera. But his photographic abilities are an order of magnitude higher, which is facilitated by a dual camera of 48 and 5 megapixels, as well as a front module of 20 megapixels. The popular smartphone is produced almost without frames and has original body colors, shimmering in different shades. The waterdrop notch on the 6.2-inch screen is so compact that it is almost invisible. At the heart of the smartphone is a high-performance 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6.22 "FHD +
Camera (main and front), MP	48 + 5 and 20
RAM / ROM, GB	4/64
Battery, mAh	4000

ZTE Blade A7

The novelty on the market is a kind of entry-level flagship, which will become a successful device for performing everyday tasks. It is a modern edge-to-edge smartphone with a 6.08-inch IPS screen and HD + resolution. The multifunctional main camera includes 3 sensors at once: a 16 megapixel main, an 8 megapixel wide-angle and a 2 megapixel depth sensor. The MediaTek Helio P22 processor provides quite decent performance. An important advantage of the model is the presence of an NFC chip in combination with fast charging technology.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6.09 ”HD +
Camera (main and front), MP	16 + 8 + 2 and 8
RAM / ROM, GB	2/32
Battery, mAh	4000

OPPO Realme 5

A virtually bezel-less smartphone that fits easily in your hand. The aluminum case is not afraid of light damage, and the high-quality coating gives the device an original appearance. The uniqueness of the model is that as many as 4 lenses are located on the back side, which allows you to blur the background, capture more details with a wide-angle lens and much more. The large 6.5-inch IPS screen helps you immerse yourself in beautiful and lifelike images.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6.5 "HD +
Camera (main and front), MP	12 + 8 + 2 + 2 and 13
RAM / ROM, GB	3/64
Battery, mAh	5000

Samsung Galaxy A20s

A fresh mid-range smartphone from Samsung is made in the usual frameless form. It got a decent triple camera: a 13MP wide-angle sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 5MP depth module. This configuration allows you to capture a widescreen picture and provides high-quality blur. Although the camera shoots in the dark not on a par with flagships, the photo quality remains acceptable.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6.5 "HD +
Camera (main and front), MP	13 + 8 + 5 and 8
RAM / ROM, GB	3/32
Battery, mAh	4000

Samsung Galaxy A10

A budget device from Samsung, although it has modest performance indicators, it works stably, without brakes when performing normal tasks. The camera is slightly better than the regular camera in this price range, which is already quite good. Feels like the front camera performs better than the main camera in low light. The large IPS screen delivers crisp images at any time of the day. In terms of the battery, I would like to see a large capacity, a 3400 mAh charge is enough for a day.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6.2 "HD +
Camera (main and front), MP	13 and 5
RAM / ROM, GB	2/32
Battery, mAh	3400

Xiaomi Mi A3

A mid-range device with decent performance and familiar design, but original body colors and Android One 9.0. The advantage of the smartphone is that it has a 6.08-inch Super AMOLED screen with HD + resolution. At the bottom of the display is a fingerprint scanner, now you can unlock the device without taking it off the table. The main advantage is the light-sensitive main sensor of 48 megapixels with f / 1.79 with modules of 8 and 2 megapixels. Thus, the device shoots with dignity in 4k in almost any conditions.

Characteristic	Meaning
Screen	6.09 ”HD +
Camera (main and front), MP	48 + 8 + 2 and 32
RAM / ROM, GB	4/64
Battery, mAh	4030

Every smartphone has one of the best cameras in this niche. Yes, they won't be able to compete with flagship chips or professional models, but they are enough for the average person. Some models are ready to take decent pictures even in the dark.