Written By: Divya | By: Divya | Published: May 03, 2026, 05:49 PM (IST)
8 best camera phones for professional-style photos in 2026
If camera matters to you, these are the phones which actually make sense to buy in 2026 right now, especially in zoom and hardware. Check out the best phones that you can consider.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra - Rs 1,39,999
A safe all-rounder for photography is the latest Galaxy S26 Ultra. The 200MP-led quad-camera setup handles almost everything well, from zoom to portraits, without needing much effort. Along with it, the Galaxy S26 Ultra has a 10MP (telephoto), 50MP (periscope telephoto), and 50MP (ultrawide) camera at the back.
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IPhone 17 Pro Max - Rs 1,34,900
The iPhone 17 Pro is one the best camera smartphone that you can get in 2026 right now. At the back, it has a 48MP main, 48MP periscope telephoto camera, and a 48MP ultrawide lens. For selfies, there is an 18MP front camera. Under the hood, it has an A19 Pro chipset.
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Realme GT 8 Pro - Rs 72,999
This one is more about performance than cameras. You still get a decent setup, but it’s not focused on photography like the others here.
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Xiaomi 15 Ultra - Rs 1,09,999
A serious camera phone with a 200MP periscope lens leading the setup. It also delivers strong portrait shots and supports 4K video on the selfie camera.
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Vivo X300 Pro - Rs 1,09,999
This one is built for zoom. The 200MP periscope lens is the highlight and clearly goes beyond what iPhones offer. Along with that, you get a 50MP main camera, Zeiss tuning, and 8K video support.
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Google Pixel 10 Pro - Rs 1,09,999
If camera consistency matters, the Pixel 10 Pro is an easy pick. You get a 50MP main, 48MP periscope, and 48MP ultra-wide camera, all tuned for reliable results. The 42MP selfie camera with 4K video is also one of the better ones right now.
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Oppo Find X9 Pro - Rs 1,09,999
Camera hardware is strong here with a 200MP periscope lens and Hasselblad tuning. It handles zoom and colours well, especially for portrait and long-distance shots.
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OnePlus 15 - Rs 72,999
You get a triple 50MP camera setup here, which keeps things balanced. It’s not the best for zoom, but for general photography, it does a good job at a lower price.