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Gadgets 360 Picks Best Camera Smartphones of 2025: iPhone 17 Pro Max to Xiaomi 15 Ultra

Gadgets 360 Picks Best Camera Smartphones of 2025: iPhone 17 Pro Max to Xiaomi 15 Ultra

From iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to Oppo Find X9 Pro, here are the best camera phones launched in 2025.

Written by Shaurya Tomer, Edited by Ketan Pratap | Updated: 29 December 2025 17:24 IST

Gadgets 360 Picks Best Camera Smartphones of 2025: iPhone 17 Pro Max to Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The iPhone 17 Pro Max price in India begins at Rs. 1,49,900

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Highlights

2025 saw major leaps in smartphone photography with larger sensors
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a versatile camera system
Vivo and Oppo have partnered with imaging brands for photography

2025 was a big year for smartphone photography. With their top-of-the-line camera-centric phones, brands focused heavily on larger sensors, refined telephoto systems, and smarter computational imaging. While megapixel count still mattered, as evident by the democratisation of 200-megapixel sensors, manufacturers also leveraged artificial intelligence (AI)-backed processing, improved algorithms and colour science, and imaging partnerships with native camera makers to deliver some of the most versatile camera experiences seen on a smartphone.

From iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to Oppo Find X9 Pro, here are the best camera phones launched in 2025.

iPhone 17 Pro Max

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is Apple's top-of-the-line offering, which builds upon the company's reputation for delivering consistent photography. It comes with a triple rear camera system, which comprises a 48-megapixel primary shooter, a 48-megapixel ultrawide sensor, and a 48-megapixel telephoto lens. On the front, it comes with an 18-megapixel camera that uses Centre Stage to dynamically frame photos.

With the iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple's image processing technology continues to prioritise natural tones, while video performance remains one of its strongest suits.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Key Specifications

Display: 6.9-inch 2868×1320 pixels OLED, 120Hz
Processor: A19 Pro
RAM and Storage: 12GB RAM, Up to 1TB storage
Rear Cameras: 48-megapixel (main) + 48-megapixel (telephoto) + 48-megapixel (ultra-wide-angle)
Front Cameras: 18-megapixel
Battery: Up to 37 hours of video playback, 40W (wired) + 25W (wireless)
Operating System: iOS 26
Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, NFC, GPS, UWB, USB Type-C

iPhone 17 Pro Max Price in India

The iPhone 17 Pro Max price in India begins at Rs. 1,49,900 for the base model with 256GB of onboard storage. The handset is available in Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue, and Silver colour options.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra remains one of the best camera-centric smartphones in the market, largely due to the versatile setup on offer. The handset has four rear cameras, including a 200-megapixel main camera with 2x in-sensor zoom and optical image stabilisation (OIS), an updated 50-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 120-degree field of view. It also has a 50-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom and OIS, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and OIS. On the front, the Galaxy S25 sports a 12-megapixel selfie camera.

Features like improved lens switching and access to professional-grade capturing and editing tools make the Galaxy S25 Ultra a great option to consider.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Key Specifications

Display: 6.9-inch 3120 x 1440 pixels QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
RAM and Storage: Up to 16GB RAM, Up to 1TB storage
Rear Cameras: 200-megapixel (main) + 50-megapixel (periscope telephoto) + 10-megapixel (telephoto) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide-angle)
Front Cameras: 12-megapixel
Battery: 5000mAh, 45W (wired) + 15W (wireless)
Operating System: Android 15-based One UI 7
Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, UWB, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Price in India

The price of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in India starts at Rs. 1,29,999 for the base model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It is sold in Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Silverblue, and Titanium Whitesilver colour options, while Titanium Jadegreen, Titanium Jetblack, and Titanium Pinkgold colourways are exclusive to the company's website.

Oppo Find X9 Pro

The Oppo Find X9 Pro, along with its standard sibling, positions itself as a photography-first flagship. It puts a strong emphasis on zooming capabilities and colour science, courtesy of the brand's long-standing partnership with Hasselblad. It is equipped with a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-828 primary camera, a 50-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL 5KJN5 ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 200-megapixel telephoto camera with a 70mm focal length and OIS. On the front, it sports a 50-megapixel Samsung 5KJN5 selfie camera.

Additionally, Oppo also sells an optional 3.28X Hasselblad-branded teleconverter kit that fully utilises the power of the 200-megapixel telephoto camera.

Oppo Find X9 Pro Key Specifications

Display: 6.78-inch 2780×1264 pixels LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9500
RAM and Storage: Up to 16GB RAM, Up to 1TB storage
Rear Cameras: 50-megapixel (main) + 200-megapixel (periscope telephoto) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide-angle) + 2-megapixel (monochrome)
Front Cameras: 50-megapixel
Battery: 7500mAh, 80W (wired) + 50W (wireless)
Operating System: Android 16-based ColorOS 16
Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, UWB, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C

Oppo Find X9 Pro Price in India

The Oppo Find X9 Pro is available in a single 16GB of RAM and 512GB of onboard storage option, which costs Rs. 1,09,999. It can be purchased in Silk White and Titanium Charcoal colourways. The company is also selling the Oppo Hasselblad Teleconverter Kit for the Find X9 Pro separately, priced at Rs. 29,999.

Vivo X300 Pro

Like Oppo, Vivo also continues to provide one of the best camera experiences with the Vivo X300 Pro. Backed by Zeiss optics, the handset pays particular attention to portrait photography and colour reproduction. It is equipped with a triple rear camera unit, headlined by a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-828 sensor with a CIPA 5.5 rating. The camera setup also includes a 200-megapixel telephoto sensor with 3.5x optical zoom and a CIPA 5.5 rating, and a 50-megapixel wide-angle JN1 sensor. On the front, it has a 50-megapixel camera.

Vivo has also launched a 2.35x Telephoto Extender Kit for the X300 Pro, co-developed with ZEISS. It upgrades the 85mm telephoto lens to 200mm.

Vivo X300 Pro Key Specifications

Display: 6.78-inch 2800 x 1260 pixels 1.5K LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9500
RAM and Storage: 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 512GB storage
Rear Cameras: 50-megapixel (main) + 200-megapixel (periscope telephoto) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide-angle)
Front Cameras: 50-megapixel
Battery: 6510mAh, 90W (wired) + 40W (wireless)
Operating System: Android 16-based OriginOS 6
Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C

Vivo X300 Pro Price in India

The Vivo X300 Pro is priced at Rs. 1,09,999 for the single 16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant. It is available in Dune Gold and Elite Black colour options. Vivo's Telephoto Extender Kit is priced at Rs. 18,999.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

While Xiaomi has launched the 17 Ultra, too, it is currently limited to the Chinese market. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra, however, delivers a similar experience, supercharged with Leica-tuned optics. It is aimed at photography enthusiasts who want maximum flexibility from their smartphone camera.

The phone packs a Leica-backed quad rear camera unit, including a 50-megapixel primary LYT-900 sensor with OIS and a 50-megapixel ultrawide shooter. The setup also has a 50-megapixel telephoto camera with OIS and up to 3x optical zoom and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with OIS and up to 4.3x optical zoom. You get a 32-megapixel front camera sensor for selfies and video calls.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Key Specifications

Display: 6.73-inch 3100 x 1440 pixels 2K LTPO OLED, 120Hz
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM and Storage: Up to 16GB RAM, Up to 1TB storage
Rear Cameras: 50-megapixel (main) + 200-megapixel (periscope telephoto) + 50-megapixel (3x telephoto) + 50-megapixel (ultra-wide-angle)
Front Cameras: 32-megapixel
Battery: 5410mAh, 90W (wired) + 80W (wireless)
Operating System: Android 15-based Xiaomi HyperOS 2.0
Connectivity: 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C

Xiaomi 15 Ultra Price in India

Xiaomi 15 Ultra price in India is set at Rs. 1,09,999 for the sole 16GB RAM and 512GB storage option. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit Legend Edition is priced at Rs. 11,999.

Bonus: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL

The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is our bonus pick. Compared to the Pixel 9 Pro XL, not many changes have been made in the camera department, except for a few minor additions. However, it still continues to be one of the best camera smartphones in the market. The Pixel 10 Pro XL features a 50-megapixel main rear sensor, alongside 48-megapixel 5x telephoto cameras and 48-megapixel ultrawide cameras. There's also a 42-megapixel selfie snapper.

iPhone 17 Pro Max

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
The boldest redesign since the iPhone X
Bright and stunning display
A19 Pro under the hood guarantees excellent performance
Massive camera upgrade
Video quality gets a much-needed bump
Centre Stage camera at the front changes selfie game on iPhones forever
Improved charging speed

Bad
Aluminium body picks up scratches
Expensive
Heavier than the 16 Pro Max

Read detailed Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max review

Display 6.90-inch

Processor Apple A19 Pro

Front Camera 18-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB

OS iOS 26

Resolution 1320x2868 pixels

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
New design is for the better
Cameras deliver consistent performance
Good battery life
Excellent performance
Smooth UI

Bad
S-Pen is a downgrade
No Dolby Vision support
Low light camera performance is lacking
Slow charging

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review

Display 6.90-inch

Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite

Front Camera 12-megapixel

Rear Camera 200-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 10-megapixel

RAM 12GB, 16GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS Android 15

Resolution 1400x3120 pixels

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Xiaomi 15 Ultra

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Leica-camera-inspired design can turn heads
Excellent and bright display with Dolby Vision support
Superb camera setup and class-leading periscope output
Top-notch performance
The Photography Kit is an add-on for enthusiasts (sold separetly)

Bad
Expensive
AI features can be improved
Selfie camera is not flagship-grade
Bloatware

Read detailed Xiaomi 15 Ultra review

Display 6.73-inch

Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite

Front Camera 32-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 200-megapixel + 50-megapixel

RAM 16GB

Storage 512GB

Battery Capacity 5410mAh

OS Android 15

Resolution 3200x1440 pixels

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OPPO Find X9 Pro

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Fresh-new IP69-rated design
Vibrant display with skinny bezel
Smooth software experience
Feature-rich software with useful AI add-ons
Excellent battery life with fast charging speeds
Impressive overall camera performance

Bad
Teleconverter mount blocks access to other cameras

Read detailed OPPO Find X9 Pro review

Display 6.78-inch

Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500

Front Camera 50-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 200-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB

Battery Capacity 7500mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1272x2772 pixels

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Vivo X300 Pro

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Solid and premium hand feel
IP68 and IP69
Excellent display
Flagship-grade performance
Fantastic camera setup with telephoto extender support
Impressive battery performance

Bad
Phone gets hot while running games
Single 512GB storage
Speakers are not the best in class
Expensive

Read detailed Vivo X300 Pro review

Display 6.78-inch

Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500

Front Camera 50-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 200-megapixel + 50-megapixel

RAM 16GB

Storage 512GB

Battery Capacity 6510mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1260x2800 pixels

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Google Pixel 10 Pro XL

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Premium design and build quality
Stunning display
Cameras that keep up in any lighting condition
Excellent battery life for a Pixel
Smooth UI and tons of useful AI features
7 years of Android and security updates

Bad
The device is on the heavier side
Still not the best in terms of raw performance
Available in a single 256GB storage option
Disappointing charging speed

Read detailed Google Pixel 10 Pro XL review

Display 6.80-inch

Front Camera 42-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 48-megapixel + 48-megapixel

RAM 16GB

Storage 256GB

Battery Capacity 5200mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1344x2992 pixels

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Further reading: iPhone 17 Pro Max, Oppo Find X9 Pro, Vivo X300 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, Camera Smartphones

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Shaurya Tomer is a Sub Editor at Gadgets 360 with 2 years of experience across a diverse spectrum of topics. With a particular focus on smartphones, gadgets and the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), he often likes to explore the industry's intricacies and innovations – whether dissecting the latest smartphone release or exploring the ethical implications of AI advancements. In his free time, he often embarks on impromptu road trips to unwind, recharge, and ...More