Camera Phones: Eyeing a camera-focused phone for under ₹15,000? There are quite a few phones in the under ₹15,000 segment that offer surprisingly great photography capabilities combined with great overall performance. These affordable phones are ideal for social media-worthy selfies, casual shooting, and dependable daily usage. Below are eight top picks if mobile photography is your main concern.
POCO M7 Pro
POCO M7 Pro is exciting with its bright AMOLED screen and adequate camera system. It has a 50MP + 2MP dual rear and a 20MP front shooter, giving good daytime snaps. The look is slim, and the 120Hz display brings in a silky feel. Although night photography is not its area of strength and there’s bloatware.
Infinix Note 50X
Infinix Note 50X delivers decent camera output at an aggressive price. Its 50MP dual rear camera and 8MP front camera are adequate for basic photography. It’s backed by a 5500mAh battery and performs well for everyday tasks. However, the HD+ display and absence of a headphone jack are trade-offs you’ll need to consider.
Itel A95
The Itel A95 is known for its premium-looking IP54-rated design and daylight photography capabilities. It comes with a triple rear camera setup headed by a 50MP sensor and an 8MP front camera. It does basic usage well, supported by a 5000mAh battery.
Infinix Note 40X
With a 108MP + 2MP camera, the Infinix Note 40X is best suited for those in pursuit of high resolution. It performs better on low-light pictures compared to most opponents and boasts a silky-smooth 120Hz display. It has a long-lasting 5000mAh battery, although charging is not very fast.
Xiaomi Redmi 13 5G
Xiaomi Redmi 13 5G is an excellent budget camera phone with a 108MP dual rear camera and 13MP front camera. Its day-time photography is consistent and supported by a FHD+ 120Hz screen and Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset. It has no stereo speakers and has bloatware but is a top pick for budget camera performance and 5G compatibility.
iQOO Z10x
With a 50MP + 2MP dual rear camera and an 8MP front camera, the iQOO Z10x offers decent camera and video call performance. It comes with a 6500mAh battery and stereo speakers to enhance multimedia experiences.
vivo T4X
Vivo T4X is a standout with its excellent camera and performance. The 50MP + 2MP rear and 8MP front configuration snaps sharp photos in light conditions. The 6500mAh battery and Dimensity 7300 processor handle multitasking smoothly.
realme P3x
Realme P3x provides a functional camera experience with 50MP + 2MP dual camera and 8MP front camera. Though the image quality is not most detailed, IP69-rated construction, 6000mAh battery, and average display ensure it is long-lasting and hardy for budget consumers.