10 Phones with the World's Best Cameras in 2024

With the rise of social media, cameras have become a crucial feature of smartphones, including both rear and front cameras. However, not all mobile phones come with high-quality cameras. In this article, Carisinyal will explore some of the best camera phones in the world.

Here, we present a list of the top mobile phones based on evaluations by the DxOMark website, which regularly tests the latest smartphone cameras. Below is the list of these phones, and a more detailed explanation of each phone's camera features follows the table.

1. HUAWEI Mate 60 Pro+

The HUAWEI Mate 60 Pro+ has exceptional photo quality, making it great for all kinds of conditions. It's especially good for taking pictures of friends and family, as it captures skin tones very accurately, even in challenging light.

The phone's camera maintains clarity and detail in zoomed-in photos, without any graininess. It adjusts its aperture to keep everyone in focus, even if the number of people in the shot changes.

Its telephoto camera can magnify up to 3.5x, perfect for close-up, detailed shots. The portrait mode creates a beautiful blur effect, neatly isolating the subject from the background.

The video stabilization in the HUAWEI Mate 60 Pro+ is impressive too, significantly reducing shakiness when recording on the move.

However, the camera does have some limitations. When recording videos in high-contrast or low-light settings, some details can be lost. Also, video recordings can show noticeable graininess indoors or in poorly lit areas.

According to DxOMark's tests, the HUAWEI Mate 60 Pro+ received an overall camera score of 157 points, with 160 points in photography and 148 points in videography.

2. HUAWEI P60 Pro

The HUAWEI P60 Pro is one of the top mobile phones with an excellent camera. It excels in extremely low light conditions, such as complete darkness, and this includes photos taken with its telephoto periscope camera.

You'll be amazed to see that nighttime photos taken with this phone can look as clear as daytime shots because the camera is that impressive. The HUAWEI P60 Pro camera also does a great job at capturing sharp and detailed images of people's faces in various lighting situations.

Whether you're taking photos or recording videos, the camera handles noise – those tiny specks often seen in pictures – very well. It keeps the details crisp and clear, even in tough lighting situations like when you're shooting against a light source.

The photos from the HUAWEI P60 Pro have a remarkable dynamic range. This means that you can see clear details around light sources, like the sky and clouds, which look very realistic, even under bright sunlight.

However, the camera isn't completely flawless. For instance, when recording videos in low light, skin tones might not look very natural. Also, in complex shooting conditions, some details might appear a bit artificial.

DxOMark gave the HUAWEI P60 Pro's camera a total score of 156 points, with 159 points for photography and 147 points for videography.

3. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

The iPhone 15 Pro Max mostly has the same camera features as the iPhone 14 Pro Max, but it comes with a new addition - the periscope camera.

This new feature boosts the iPhone 15 Pro Max's optical zoom capability to 5x, a step up from the 3x zoom on the iPhone 14 Pro Max. The stabilization in the telephoto camera has also been improved, going from regular OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) to sensor-shift OIS, which is more advanced.

Another exciting feature of the iPhone 15 Pro Max is its ability to record spatial 3D videos. These videos can be watched on VR (Virtual Reality) devices, offering a more immersive experience. In terms of photo and video quality, the camera of the iPhone 15 Pro Max manages to capture bright and clear images even in low-light night conditions.

The photos look even more impressive when viewed on an HDR screen, thanks to their enhanced brightness and contrast. The camera on this phone also delivers natural-looking skin tones, has reliable autofocus, and an effective stabilization feature that reduces shaking during video recording.

However, the photo details from this phone's camera can vary under different zoom levels. Also, the dynamic range in the photos doesn't quite match up to other top-of-the-line phones.

In DxOMark's testing, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max scored a total of 154 points. This breaks down into 153 points for photography and 158 points for video recording.

4. Apple iPhone 15 Pro

Even though the iPhone 15 Pro is a step below the iPhone 15 Pro Max in ranking, it still has impressive camera capabilities. Unlike the Pro Max, it doesn’t have a periscope camera, but rather a regular telephoto lens.

The main new feature of the iPhone 15 Pro, compared to the iPhone 14 Pro, is its ability to record 3D spatial video, a feature it shares with the Pro Max model.

The iPhone 15 Pro continues to use a 48 MP main sensor from Sony (IMX 803), the same as the iPhone 14 Pro. Any improvements in photo quality are largely due to the iPhone 15 Pro’s software enhancements.

In terms of photo and video quality, the Pro shares many strengths with the Pro Max. It has quick and precise autofocus that accurately captures the subject, effective video stabilization for smooth recording while moving, and it captures excellent detail in well-lit scenes.

Moreover, the camera takes clear night shots with fine details, although there is still some noise or graininess in low-light photos.

The iPhone 15 Pro received the same DxOMark score as the Pro Max, with a total of 154 points (153 for photography and 158 for videography). This means you can choose the less expensive Pro version and still enjoy the same high-quality photos as the Pro Max.

5. Google Pixel 8 Pro

The Google Pixel 8 Pro continues to use the same 50 MP camera as its predecessor, but it's now said to be better at capturing light.

Its ultrawide camera, with a 48 MP resolution, is reported to catch 105% more light than before. For Macro Focus shots, this phone uses its ultrawide camera too, allowing 30% closer focusing than the previous model.

A new feature in the Google Pixel 8 Pro is Best Take. This feature shoots a burst of photos and then the phone’s algorithm combines them to select the best shots where everyone looks their best, avoiding blinks. Google Pixel is known for its machine learning skills, and Best Take is a great example of this.

Besides Best Take, the Google Pixel 8 Pro keeps several features from the previous version. These include Unblur, which clears up blurry photos from older digital cameras, and Magic Eraser, which removes unwanted elements directly on the phone without needing to upload the image.

Regarding photo and video quality, the Google Pixel 8 Pro has fast and precise autofocus for both photos and videos. It captures natural and accurate skin tones in all kinds of light, even in dark conditions.

The camera also tends to expose subjects well in photos and videos. In terms of detail, it produces sharp images at every zoom level and in macro shots.

One minor issue is that sometimes the portrait photos show some oddities in the blurred background, particularly around hair, which might look a bit blocky. However, this is not easy to spot with the naked eye and is mostly noticeable when comparing to other high-end phone cameras.

The DxOMark gave the Google Pixel 8 Pro a score of 153 points, broken down into 155 points for photography and 149 points for videography.

6. OPPO Find X6 Pro

The OPPO Find X6 Pro is a great option for those who love to take beautiful photos from afar. This top-notch phone comes with a 1-inch Sony IMX 989 sensor and a Sony IMX 890 sensor for its telephoto camera, both featuring OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) to minimize shakiness.

The phone's ultrawide sensor, also a Sony IMX 890, is perfect for macro (close-up) photography. The telephoto camera offers up to 3x optical zoom, 6x hybrid zoom, and an impressive 120x digital zoom.

A standout feature of the OPPO Find X6 Pro is its ability to take bokeh (portrait mode) photos with 3x magnification, a rarity in Android phones.

Thanks to the MariSilicon X NPU and tuning by Hasselblad, the OPPO Find X6 Pro produces photos that are bright and detailed in any light condition. The color reproduction is both artistic and aesthetically pleasing.

However, when using portrait mode in backlit situations, you might notice less contrast. Also, in certain conditions, skin tones may appear somewhat unnatural.

Considering all its camera features, DxOMark gives the OPPO Find X6 Pro a score of 153 points, split evenly with 153 for photography and 148 for videography.

7. HONOR Magic5 Pro

Rated as the number one camera phone by DxOMark, the HONOR Magic5 Pro is equipped with a 50 MP Wide Camera, a 50 MP Ultra Wide Camera, and a 50 MP Periscope Telephoto Camera, all highly sophisticated.

This phone, created by HUAWEI, excels in several areas. It enhances image sharpness remarkably, lights up subjects beautifully, and captures a wealth of details, contributing to its world-class dynamic range.

When it comes to portrait mode, the HONOR Magic5 Pro stands out with no question. It delivers neat and stylish bokeh effects, making photos instantly shareable on social media without the need for any editing.

In telephoto shooting, especially at medium distances, the HONOR Magic5 Pro even captures more details than the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Looking to record videos? This phone has you covered. It features the IMAX Enhanced Movie Master, allowing users to record and edit videos to cinematic standards.

DxOMark gives the HONOR Magic5 Pro an overall score of 152 points, with 154 for photography and 144 for videography.

8. OPPO Find X6

The standard OPPO Find X6 maintains the same camera quality as its Pro counterpart. It's adept at producing steady lighting and colors in video recordings. Capturing human subjects is another strength, as it renders natural skin tones effectively.

The OPPO Find X6 consistently delivers clear details with minimal noise in both photo and video modes, regardless of whether it's day or night. Particularly impressive is its dynamic range; this smartphone can beautifully capture skies and clouds even in challenging light conditions.

One minor issue is that video recordings tend to have somewhat muted colors in low light situations. The colors appear less vibrant than they actually are, but this is only a small drawback.

According to DxOMark, the regular OPPO Find X6 scored an overall 150 points, with specific scores of 152 for photography and 143 for videography.

9. vivo 100 Pro

The vivo X100 Pro features three 50 MP rear cameras. The main camera has a sensor size just over 1 inch, precisely 1/0.98 inch, accompanied by ultrawide and telephoto sensors.

The DxOMark score for the vivo X100 Pro is 150 points, divided into 149 for photography and 145 for videography. The phone performs well in both photo shooting and video recording, producing minimal noise in both cases.

It also excels across all zoom settings, offering minimal noise and abundant detail. This means the vivo X100 Pro is capable of capturing clear photos even at high zoom levels.

Additionally, this phone provides good contrast in portraits and has accurate and speedy autofocus for capturing high-detail images. Outdoor video recordings offer accurate white balance and color rendering, enhancing the overall video quality.

10. HUAWEI Mate 50 Pro

With three lenses on the back and two on the front, the HUAWEI Mate 50 Pro ranks highly as a phone with one of the best cameras. The back features a 50 MP wide-angle sensor, a 64 MP periscope telephoto camera, and a 13 MP ultrawide sensor. The photos from this phone are exceptional, maintaining clarity and detail even when zoomed in up to 200x.

The depth of field in well-lit conditions is impressive, especially for group photos with multiple subjects. Both daytime and nighttime shots show minimal noise or graininess.

This phone’s accurate autofocus makes it easy to take high-quality photos, perfect for photography beginners. However, there are a few points to note. The shutter can slow down in challenging shooting conditions, and the sharpness can vary between frames in video recordings.

The HUAWEI Mate 50 Pro received an overall DxOMark score of 149 points, with 152 points for photography and 141 points for videography.

That concludes our list of smartphones with the best cameras in the world today. It's remarkable to see how quickly mobile phone cameras have evolved. I remember when the best phones of my childhood had cameras inferior to today's budget phones. Now, mobile phone cameras can rival DSLRs. Time really does fly.

Ultimately, the best camera is the one you have with you. Since I use my phone more than a digital camera, I'm confident that the phones on this list are ready to capture important moments. So, which one catches your eye?