As the importance of the camera in smartphones has increased, companies aim at making the camera setup better with each passing month. One often looks for features like resolution, the number of lenses, software, and overall image quality to decide if the camera is sufficient or not. More attention has to be paid if you are someone who buys mid-range smartphones (under Rs. 30,000). Here are the things one must look for-
Resolution is not the only important factor, but it can help take clearer pictures if enabled at full resolution.Good color and dynamic range are important.High-quality and smooth video recording is a must.Do consider camera software features before buying a smartphone.The versatility of the camera setup should be evaluated.
To make your decision easier here is the list of some smartphones with the best camera quality in the under 30k price range. ALSO READ: 5 Best Garena Free Fire Alternatives That You Must Try Note- If there is more than 1 device by the same brand, I have grouped them. The list is not arranged as per performance or popularity.
1. Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
The Samsung Galaxy 52s 5G offers flagship-grade features for an affordable price. It comes with an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance and has an expandable memory of up to 1TB. The screen is Gorilla Glass 5 protected and has 800 nits peak brightness. The A52s 5G has a quad camera setup at the back and a good selfie camera at the front. It runs Android 11 but is upgradable to Android 12 with One UI 4.1. It comes in Awesome White, Awesome Black, Awesome Violet, and Awesome Mint colors and its price starts at Rs. 29,499 Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Specs Some other smartphones from Samsung have the best camera specs in under Rs. 30,000 category are-
Samsung Galaxy M52 5G (starting at Rs. 24,999) with Rear cameras- 64MP+12MP+5MP and Front camera- 32MPSamsung Galaxy M53 5G (starting at Rs. 26,499) with Rear cameras- 108MP+8MP+2MP+2MP and Front camera- 32MP
2. OnePlus Nord 2 5G
OnePlus Nord 2 has been called the flagship killer and the company claims it has everything one could ask for. In the camera department, the smartphone comes with a triple camera setup on the rear that has a 50MP main Sony IMX766 sensor with PDAF and OIS. There is also an 8MP ultrawide sensor with 119.7 degrees FOV and a 2MP monochrome camera. It has a single 32MP front camera with a Sony IMX615 sensor that aims to give a good experience to selfie enthusiasts. The rear cameras can record 4k videos at 30fps and 60fps on 1080p videos. The camera has some fun elements too like AI enhancements and a dual video view. It starts for Rs. 29,999 in India and comes in 4 colors- Blue haze, gray sierra, green woods, and Pac-man. OnePlus Nord 2 Specs
3. OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G is an affordable smartphone in the Nord lineup and is priced under 30k. It has kept most of the essential features and also added some new upgrades. There is a 64MP primary camera followed by an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro sensor on the rear. On the front is a 16MP selfie camera for selfies and video calls. Nord CE 2 5G camera has been made smarter with powerful AI software like Nightscape and an improved Portrait Mode that lets you capture sharp, sharable shots with the tap of a button. It starts at Rs. 23,999 in India and is available in 3 colors- Blue Haze, Gray Sierra, and Green Woods. ALSO READ: OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G Vs Realme 9 Pro+: Which one is a better choice under Rs. 25,000 OnePlus Nord CE 2 Specs
4. Xiaomi Mi 11x 5G
Xiaomi Mi 11X is the most affordable of the three new smartphones in the Mi 11 Family. It is priced lower than Mi 10T but offers plenty of features. It has a triple camera setup at the back including a 48MP Sony IMX582 sensor, an 8MP ultrawide sensor, and a 5MP telemacro camera with 2x zoom. There is a 20MP selfie camera too with an f/2.45 aperture. Video recording goes up to 4k 30fps. Quality is good at 1080p as well as 4k. It starts at Rs. 29,999 and comes in 3 colors- Cosmic Black, Frosty White, and Celestial Silver. Xiaomi Mi 11X Specs
5. Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge
The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is a bold step for Xiaomi to take on a segment that is dominated by Oppo, OnePlus, Vivo and Samsung. Xiaomi has focused on camera, design, and battery charging speeds to make this device a smart buy. On the rear, it has a 108MP main sensor along with 8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro sensors. On the front is a 16MP selfie camera. The camera app has features like VLOG mode and Long exposure which are new. It starts at Rs. 26,999 in India and is available in 4 colors- Camo Green, Pacific Pearl, Purple Mist, and Stealth Black. Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge Specs Some other smartphones from Xiaomi have the best camera specs in under Rs. 30,000 category are-
Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro (starting at Rs. 26,999) with Rear cameras- 48MP+13MP+8MP and Front camera- 20MP
6. Realme GT Master Edition
The Realme GT Master Edition is a mid-budget smartphone that aims to give budget buyers top-of-the-line features. It has a unique design and comes in beautiful colors. In the camera department, it has a triple camera setup on the back with a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. There is a 32MP selfie camera. Both rear and front cameras are claimed to give a decent performance in daylight, but get a little poorer in low light. It starts at Rs. 25,999 and has 3 colors- Voyager Gray, Luna White, and Cosmos Black. Realme GT Master Edition Specs Some other smartphones from Realme have the best camera specs in under Rs. 30,000 category are-
Realme 9 Pro Plus (starting at Rs. 25,590) with Rear cameras- 50MP+8MP+2MP and Front camera- 16MPRealme X7 Max (starting at Rs. 29,990) with Rear cameras- 64MP+8MP+2MP and Front camera- 16MP
7. Oppo F21 Pro 5G
Oppo F21 Pro 5G is the recently launched smartphone by Oppo under Rs. 30,000 category. It serves well for basic needs as its general performance is decent. It has a unique and lightweight design which makes it stand out among its competitors. It has a good camera setup with a decent selfie camera as well. Although its 4G version comes for under 25k, going for the 5G variant is smarter as 5G is sure to roll out in India in the near future. Its price starts at Rs. 26,999 and it is available in Rainbow Spectrum and Cosmic Black colors. Oppo F21 Pro 5G Specs Some other smartphones from Oppo have the best camera specs in under Rs. 30,000 category are-
Oppo Reno 7 (starting at Rs. 28,999) with Rear cameras- 64MP+8MP+2MP and Front camera- 32MPOppo F19 Pro+ (starting at Rs. 25,499) with Rear cameras- 48MP+8MP+2MP+2MP and Front camera- 16MP
ALSO READ: Best USB Charging Cables for Mobiles and other Gadgets
8. LG G8s ThinQ
LG is not a very big name in terms of the smartphone market, but the brand has been making continuous strides in this aspect. The LG G8s ThinQ currently competes with several newly launched smartphones. Although the smartphone is not too stylish the build quality is good and it has Gorilla Glass protection and an IP68 rating as well. LG has overstuffed its phone with software features. Air Gestures are decent but gaming performance is good. The display is impressive and stereo speakers give good sound quality. The triple camera setup is excellent in its performance. It is priced at Rs. 29,999 and comes in a mirror black color. LG G8s ThinQ Specs
9. Motorola Edge 20
Moto Edge 20 is the high-end device in the Motorola Edge series looking to make a mark in the under 30k price range category in India. It comes with a powerful processor, high refresh rate, better cameras, and 5G support. Moto Edge 20 has a triple camera setup on the rear. The setup includes a 108MP main lens, a 16MP ultrawide lens, and an 8MP 3X telephoto camera with OIS. On the front is the 32MP selfie camera. Video recording tops at 4K for Primary camera as well as selfie snapper. Low-light footage is below average. It costs Rs. 29,999 for the long storage variant and is available in Frosted Pearl and Frosted Emerald colors. Motorola Edge 20 specs
10. iQOO Z5 5G
iQOO Z5 5G is the latest 5G smartphone launched by iQOO. It comes with 44W rapid fast charging and retains a 3.5mm audio jack for listening to music the old-fashioned way. It gives a good gaming performance and has stereo speakers for immersive sound quality. It has an improved design for better grip but is made of plastic. Camera performance is decent and it comes with minor improvements in other departments as well. Its price starts at Rs. 23,990 and it comes in Cyber Grid, Arctic Dawn, and Mystic Space colorways. iQOO Z5 5G Specs Some other smartphones from iQOO have the best camera specs in under Rs. 30,000 category are-
iQOO 7 (starting at Rs. 29,499) with Rear cameras- 48MP+13MP+2MP and Front camera- 16MP
11. Vivo V21 5G
Vivo V21 is a part of the Vivo V21 Series that was launched to cater to the mid-range smartphone market in the country. It has a triple camera setup on the rear that has a 64MP main lens with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro camera with LED flash. It can record high-quality 4k videos at 30fps, also 1080p at 30fps. On the front is a 44MP selfie camera with OIS, 4K video recording, and dual-LED flash. It is available in 3 colors- dusk blue, sunset dazzle, and arctic white. It starts at Rs. 29,990 in India. Vivo V21 Specs Some other smartphones from Vivo have the best camera specs in under Rs. 30,000 category are-
Vivo V23e 5G (starting at Rs. 25,990) with Rear cameras- 50MP+8MP+2MP and Front camera- 44MP
12. Poco F3 GT
Poco F3 GT was the 2nd device by Poco in the F series. It focused on budget-range consumers and was meant for gamers. It has 3 lenses on the back which include a 64MP main lens, 8MP ultrawide lens, and 2MP macro lens. It also has a 16MP selfie snapper. Video recording tops at 4k 30fps for the primary camera. Footage shot in daylight is stable. It starts at Rs. 26,999 and comes in 2 colors- Predator Black and Gunmetal Silver. ALSO READ: What’s the best codec? A complete guide to Bluetooth Audio Codecs Poco F3 GT Specs
13. Apple iPhone 8 Plus
Apple’s phones have been known for their good camera quality. Apple iPhone 8 Plus is one such device that has a good quality single lens on both the rear and front sides. It comes in Space Gray, Silver, and Gold colors and is IP67 rated. It is priced at Rs. 29,999 for base 64GB model. Apple iPhone 8 Plus Specs So here were the best camera phone you can buy if you have a mid-range budget. Which ones excited you the most? Let us know in the comments section below.
List of Best Smartphones under Rs. 30,000 in India
Δ
