It is said that 90% of people who take pictures use smartphones. Of all phones 83% have cameras. When looking for a new phone, a good camera is most likely a must-have feature. Let’s face it, your smartphone camera will allow you to keep track of a life-changing amount of information. So which phone has the best camera? Actually, there are quite a few features that matter. Let’s compare three top of the line smartphones:

1. Google Pixel 3

Google Pixel 3 is an Android phone with a high-performing Octa-core, a 5.5 in display, 64GB storage, and a 12.2-megapixel camera. Camera settings include exposure compensation and ISO control. Camera features include digital zoom, autoflash, face detection, and touch to focus. Its sensor is a CMS image sensor. This camera is not said to have Optical image stabilization for video recording features when recording video. However, optical image stabilization for photos is a feature. The camera does have continuous shooting mode and high dynamic range mode (HDR). It has an 8-megapixel plus an 8-megapixel dual front cameras. The physical aperture is F2.2. The Flash is a dual-LED.

2. Samsung Galaxy Note 9

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is an Android phone that also has a high-performing Octa-core. It has a 6.2-inch display, 64GB of storage, and a 12 megapixel + 12-megapixel camera with exposure compensation settings. The camera includes a wide-angle selfie feature. The image resolution is 4000 x 3000 pixels. The image sensor is CMOS. This phone’s camera also is not said to have optical image stabilization for video recording features but does have optical image stabilization for images. It also has autofocus, continuous shooting, and HDR. It has an 8-megapixel front camera, F1.7 physical aperture, and an LED flash.

3. Apple iPhone XS Max

Apple iPhone XS Max is an iOS smartphone that has Hexa core performance, a 6.5-inch display, and 64GB storage. The camera is 12 megapixels + 12 megapixels. The camera settings include exposure compensation and ISO control. Features include 10 x digital zoom, two-times optical zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch to focus. Image resolution is 4000 x 3000 pixels. It has a BSI sensor and does have Optical image stabilization for video recording features as well as images. The camera’s autofocus includes phase detection. It has continuous shooting mode and Burst Mode. The front camera resolution is 7 megapixels. It has a physical aperture of f 2.2 and retina flash.

As you can see there are many features available. Be aware that a higher number of megapixels does not necessarily mean a better image. 12 to 21 megapixels is good but in addition to this, be sure that your micron/um pixel figure is appropriate. The 1.4um pixel figure has been rated best as it will allow your sensor to collect more light. This results in better photos. Bright aperture is also important. High-end phones like the ones mentioned here do feature a wider lens aperture than less expensive phones. They can be used to take great photos and record high-quality videos. Consider what you will be using your camera for and look for a combination of features that will best suit your needs.