Cell Phone Cameras

This page ranks 13 top ranked cell phone cameras with a 3 lens (ultrawide, wide, telephoto) setup from major brands. Choose whatever manufacturer feels the most comfortable to you. All the phones on this page are good enough for high end use. See DXOmark for more details about camera performance. I’d recommend sticking with one of the top manufacturers (Google, Apple, Samsung) due to better software support, bugfixes and future updates.

#1 Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: $1100-$1550

  • Positives: Currently the highest ranked of the popular phone models in terms of camera performance
  • Negatives: The XL size phones can sometimes be a little large for some pockets
  • Dimensions: 6.4 x 3 x 0.3 inches / 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
  • Weight: 7.8oz / 221g
  • Display: 6.8” 1344 x 2992 LTPO OLED at 486 PPI
  • Battery Capacity: 5060 mAh
  • Ram: 16GB
  • Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
  • Wide Camera: 50 MP Octa PD wide camera ƒ/1.68 aperture 82° field of view 1/1.31” image sensor size
  • Ultrawide Camera: 48 MP Quad PD ultrawide camera with autofocus ƒ/1.7 aperture 123° field of view 1/2.55” image sensor size
  • Telephoto Camera: 48 MP Quad PD telephoto camera ƒ/2.8 aperture 22° field of view 5x optical zoom Super Res Zoom up to 30x 1/2.55” image sensor size
  • Front Camera: 42 MP Dual PD selfie camera with autofocus ƒ/2.2 aperture 103° ultrawide field of view
  • Power Input: USB-C
  • Charging Input Power: 45w
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links

#2 Google Pixel 9 Pro: $1000-$1450

  • Positives: Same as the XL in terms of cameras. Currently the highest ranked of the popular phone models in terms of camera performance
  • Negatives: Screen isn’t as big as the XL model, battery is a little smaller
  • Dimensions: 6 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches / 162.8 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm
  • Weight: 7.0oz / 199g
  • Display: 6.3” 1280 x 2856 LTPO OLED at 495 PPI
  • Battery Capacity: 4700 mAh
  • Ram: 16GB
  • Memory: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
  • Wide Camera: 50 MP Octa PD wide camera ƒ/1.68 aperture 82° field of view 1/1.31” image sensor size
  • Ultrawide Camera: 48 MP Quad PD ultrawide camera with autofocus ƒ/1.7 aperture 123° field of view 1/2.55” image sensor size
  • Telephoto Camera: 48 MP Quad PD telephoto camera ƒ/2.8 aperture 22° field of view 5x optical zoom Super Res Zoom up to 30x 1/2.55” image sensor size
  • Front Camera: 42 MP Dual PD selfie camera with autofocus ƒ/2.2 aperture 103° ultrawide field of view
  • Power Input: USB-C
  • Charging Input Power: 45w
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links

#3 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max: $1200+

  • Positives: Latest iPhone with upgraded camera, display, and performance enhancements.
  • Negatives: Expensive, larger size can be unwieldy for some users.
  • Dimensions: 6.8 x 3.06 x 0.31 inches / 174.5 x 77.4 x 7.9 mm
  • Weight: 7.8oz / 221g
  • Display: 6.9” 2796 x 1290 Super Retina XDR OLED at 460 PPI, ProMotion, Always-On Display
  • Battery Capacity: 4800 mAh (approx)
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Memory: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB
  • Wide Camera: 48 MP, ƒ/1.78 aperture
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP, ƒ/2.2 aperture, 120° field of view
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP, ƒ/2.8 aperture, 5x optical zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP, ƒ/1.9 aperture with autofocus
  • Charging: 30W wired via USB-C, MagSafe and Qi wireless charging
  • Links: Apple iPhone 16 Pro

#4 Apple iPhone 16 Pro: $1000+

  • Positives: Slightly more compact, retains key features of the Pro Max at a lower price.
  • Negatives: Smaller battery compared to the Pro Max.
  • Dimensions: 6.33 x 3.02 x 0.31 inches / 160.8 x 77.1 x 7.9 mm
  • Weight: 7.27oz / 206g
  • Display: 6.3” 2796 x 1290 Super Retina XDR OLED at 460 PPI, ProMotion, Always-On Display
  • Battery Capacity: 4500 mAh (approx)
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Memory: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 48 MP, ƒ/1.78 aperture
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP, ƒ/2.2 aperture, 120° field of view
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP, ƒ/2.8 aperture, 5x optical zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP, ƒ/1.9 aperture with autofocus
  • Charging: 30W wired via USB-C, MagSafe and Qi wireless charging
  • Links: Apple iPhone 16 Pro

#5 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: $1000+

  • Positives: High camera performance, popular among professional photographers
  • Negatives: Expensive and large form factor may not be suitable for everyone
  • Dimensions: 6.3 x 3 x 0.3 inches / 160.8 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
  • Weight: 7.6oz / 218g
  • Display: 6.7” 1290 x 2796 LTPO OLED at 460 PPI
  • Battery Capacity: 4820 mAh
  • Ram: 8GB
  • Memory: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 48 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP with 3x zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP
  • Power Input: USB-C
  • Charging Input Power: 20W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Apple iPhone 15 Pro

#6 Apple iPhone 15 Pro: $714+

  • Positives: A17 Pro chip, 48 MP camera, smooth continuous zoom
  • Negatives: Limited to 3x zoom, incremental improvements
  • Dimensions: 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm
  • Weight: 187g
  • Display: 6.1 inches, 2556 x 1179 resolution, 460 PPI, OLED
  • Battery Capacity: 3274 mAh
  • Ram: 8GB
  • Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 48 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP with 3x zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP
  • Power Input: USB-C
  • Charging Input Power: 20W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Apple iPhone 15 Pro

#7 Google Pixel 8 Pro: $624+

  • Positives: Superb camera system, Tensor G3 chip, refined software experience
  • Negatives: Slightly heavier than previous models, expensive
  • Dimensions: 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm
  • Weight: 213g
  • Display: 6.7 inches, 1344 x 2992 resolution, 489 PPI, OLED
  • Battery Capacity: 5050 mAh
  • Ram: 12GB
  • Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
  • Wide Camera: 50 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 48 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 48 MP with 5x zoom
  • Front Camera: 11 MP
  • Power Input: USB-C
  • Charging Input Power: 30W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Google Store

#8 Google Pixel 7 Pro: $317+

  • Positives: Impressive camera system, great display, Tensor G2 chip
  • Negatives: Battery life could be improved, large size
  • Dimensions: 162.9 x 76.6 x 8.9 mm
  • Weight: 212g
  • Display: 6.7 inches, 1440 x 3120 resolution, 512 PPI, OLED
  • Battery Capacity: 5000 mAh
  • Ram: 12GB
  • Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
  • Wide Camera: 50 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 48 MP with 5x zoom
  • Front Camera: 10.8 MP
  • Power Input: USB-C
  • Charging Input Power: 30W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Google Store

#9 Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max: $711+

  • Positives: Dynamic Island, always-on display, powerful A16 Bionic chip, excellent camera system
  • Negatives: Heavy, expensive
  • Dimensions: 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm
  • Weight: 240g
  • Display: 6.7 inches, 1290 x 2796 resolution, 460 PPI, OLED
  • Battery Capacity: 4323 mAh
  • Ram: 6GB
  • Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 48 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP with 3x zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP
  • Power Input: Lightning
  • Charging Input Power: 20W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68

#10 Apple iPhone 14 Pro: $680+

  • Positives: Dynamic Island, A16 Bionic chip, always-on display, great camera performance
  • Negatives: No major design changes, expensive
  • Dimensions: 147.5 x 71.5 x 7.9 mm
  • Weight: 206g
  • Display: 6.1 inches, 1179 x 2556 resolution, 460 PPI, OLED
  • Battery Capacity: 3200 mAh
  • Ram: 6GB
  • Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 48 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP with 3x zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP
  • Power Input: Lightning
  • Charging Input Power: 20W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Apple iPhone 14 Pro

#11 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: $1195+

  • Positives: Stunning display, powerful performance, excellent zoom capabilities
  • Negatives: Expensive, large and heavy
  • Dimensions: 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
  • Weight: 234g
  • Display: 6.8 inches, 1440 x 3088 resolution, 501 PPI, Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Battery Capacity: 5000 mAh
  • Ram: 12GB
  • Memory: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 200 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 10 MP with 10x optical zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP
  • Power Input: USB-C
  • Charging Input Power: 45W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

#12 Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

  • Positives: Powerful A15 Bionic chip, great battery life, ProMotion display
  • Negatives: Heavy, expensive
  • Dimensions: 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.65 mm
  • Weight: 238g
  • Display: 6.7 inches, 1284 x 2778 resolution, 458 PPI, OLED
  • Battery Capacity: 4352 mAh
  • Ram: 6GB
  • Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 12 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP with 3x optical zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP
  • Power Input: Lightning
  • Charging Input Power: 20W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

#13 Apple iPhone 13 Pro: $680+

  • Positives: Powerful A15 Bionic chip, ProMotion display, excellent cameras
  • Negatives: Expensive, no major design changes
  • Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm
  • Weight: 204g
  • Display: 6.1 inches, 1170 x 2532 resolution, 460 PPI, OLED
  • Battery Capacity: 3095 mAh
  • Ram: 6GB
  • Memory: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
  • Wide Camera: 12 MP
  • Ultrawide Camera: 12 MP
  • Telephoto Camera: 12 MP with 3x optical zoom
  • Front Camera: 12 MP
  • Power Input: Lightning
  • Charging Input Power: 20W
  • Stereo Speakers: Yes
  • IP Rating: IP68
  • Links: Apple iPhone 13 Pro