Diwali 2024: Top 5 Smartphones to Capture the Festival of Lights

Diwali, celebrated with great fervour across India, brings with it the perfect opportunity to freeze moments of joy and togetherness. In today's digital age, the quest for the ideal photograph no longer necessitates bulky DSLRs. Instead, the convenience and advanced technology of smartphones have taken the lead in capturing these memories.

With their cutting-edge camera capabilities and artificial intelligence (AI) enhancements, smartphones are enough to capture your memories. From budget-friendly options to premium models, there are a plethora of options to choose from. To make your job easy, we've compiled a list of the top camera phones available right now in India.

Pixel 9 Pro XL

The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the latest offering from Google, featuring a 50MP main camera with f/1.7 aperture, dual-pixel PDAF, and OIS support. The main camera is paired with a 48MP ultrawide lens and 48MP periscope lens with support for up to 5x optical zoom.

Upfront, the Pixel 9 Pro XL opts for a 42MP selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture. The rear camera also supports 8K video recording at 30fps. Check our Pixel 9 Pro XL's review to know the camera capabilities in detail.

Vivo X100 Pro

The X100 Pro (Review) stands out for its camera features, which include a 1-inch type 50MP Sony IMX989 primary sensor with Laser AF and OIS support. The main camera is paired with a new Zeiss APO floating periscope telephoto lens with a 50MP sensor that supports OIS 4.3x optical zoom and an f/2.5 aperture. The phone also gets a 50MP Samsung JN1 ultrawide lens. For selfies, there's a 32MP camera sensor at the front.

iPhone 16

If you're planning to get an iPhone, can consider the latest iPhone 16, which comes with a new Camera control button placed on the right edge. It includes a 48MP primary sensor with an f/1.6 aperture and Sensor-shift OIS and a 12MP ultrawide lens with an f/2.2 aperture and autofocus. For selfies, the iPhone 16 opts for a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front.

Xiaomi 14 Civi

The Xiaomi 14 CIVI has a total of five sensors, two on the front and three on the back, co-developed with Leica. The rear cameras include a 50MP Hunter 800 primary sensor with a large f/1.63 aperture and OIS support, a 12MP ultrawide lens with a 120-degree FOV and an f/2.2 aperture, and a 50MP telephoto-portrait shooter with an f/1.98 aperture and 2x optical zoom.

Upfront, you'll get two 32MP Samsung GD2 selfie cameras. Let's take a look at the review of the Xiaomi 14 Civi to know its camera features in detail.

Motorola Edge 50 Pro

If you're looking for a mid-range phone with an impressive camera, the Edge 50 Pro can be a good pick. The handset has a triple-camera setup including a 50MP primary sensor with an f/1.4 aperture and OIS support, a 13MP ultrawide Macro Vision camera and a 10MP telephoto shooter with OIS support and 3x optical zoom. For selfies, there's a 50MP camera with Auto Focus and an f/1.9 aperture.

Honor 200

The Honor 200 is another mid-range offering that comes with a 50MP portrait main camera, a 50MP telephoto camera with 2.5x optical zoom support, and a 12MP ultra-wide angle lens. Upfront, it has a 50MP Sony IMX906 selfie camera with 4K video recording support.

Apart from the mentioned devices, many options are available on the market. Here are some of the best camera phones you can buy in 2024.