Camera

Initially, the Honor X9b's camera delivered disappointing, flat images with poor dynamic range. But the latest software update has finally given it life in 2025.

Devices such as the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra compete for the top spot on smartphone camera rankings with the industry's most powerful periscope zoom rear cameras, optimized via high-profile partnerships with companies such as Leica, Zeiss and Hasselblad. Another Android brand is now thought to also have both of those things for the first time in its own 2025/26 flagship.

In a budget smartphone, such as the Samsung Galaxy A06, cost-cutting is often necessary. This is often particularly evident in the camera hardware. What should buyers expect, and what expectations are unreasonable?

The somewhat controversial camera experts at DxOMark have just published their Pixel 10 Pro XL camera review, and it concludes with a very good result and a top spot in their ranking of best smartphone cameras. Right behind the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra and Vivo X200 Ultra, Google captures the fourth place, ahead of Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Fresh information about DJI's next action camera has emerged, shortly after initial specifications surfaced. Not only has a new release date been revealed, but so has launch pricing for the DJI Osmo Nano in its rumoured 64 GB and 128 GB of storage variants.

When it comes to consumer technology, it's not unusual to see a new device lagging behind its predecessor in some areas. In this case, early camera comparisons have shown that the Pixel 10 is some steps behind the Pixel 9 in a key area.

The launch of the DJI Osmo Nano is on the horizon. Arriving in the week of the Insta360 Go Ultra, a new leak has revealed various DJI Osmo Nano specifications ahead of schedule.

A demo Nothing Phone 3 in New Zealand was caught marketing the smartphone's photography capabilities with fake camera samples. These samples turn out to have been taken by professional cameras and are available as stock photos.

Hasselblad’s new X2D II 100C camera brings AF‑C, end‑to‑end HDR with HDR RAW, a brighter screen, 10‑stop IBIS and CFexpress - at €7,200/$7,399, €1,500 less than the X2D 100C. A new XCD 35–100mm f/2.8–4 zoom lens has also launched alongside.

Leaked marketing material has revealed a number of about the Leica M11-V, a compact full-frame camera with interchangeable lenses and an electronic viewfinder. Unlike the rest of the M11 series, it does without a rangefinder, which may also make the camera much more affordable.

Eufy’s eufyCam C35 has been leaked to be an upcoming 1080p, 15 fps battery outdoor camera (T8110) with two‑way audio, spotlight color and IR night vision, AI human detection, IP67 and microSD support.

Xiaomi has launched an upgraded version of the Smart Camera 4, which comes with dual 5 MP sensors. It's capable of capturing at "3K" resolution, and the launch price of the security camera is CNY 299, around $42.

Some premium smartphones might whittle their rear camera counts down to as little as two in the future. They might still be able to compete with more lens-rich flagships with the addition of new external lenses, though. The new accessories will enhance mobile photography while avoiding the addition of much bulk, apparently.

Apple will update the technology behind its dedicated Camera Control for iPhones - but not until 2026, according to a new leak. The 18 series' extra button might become more like the Android counterparts found on select smartphones, in a move that might improve its performance and possibly keep the next-gen iPhone's price-tag under control.

Vivo is likely still a month away from launching its X300 and X300 Pro flagships. Nonetheless, the company has already confirmed a few of their camera upgrades, which centre around their usage of new primary and telephoto camera sensors.

Insta360 has refreshed its Go action camera series with a new model. Replacing the Go 3S, the Insta360 Go Ultra contains upgrades in numerous areas, including a new 1/1.28-inch camera sensor that is said to be 221% larger than the equivalent found inside the Go 3S.

Vivo has delivered new update packages to all of its recent flagships, including the Vivo X200 Ultra. Containing another round of camera improvements, this month's update also brings enhanced iOS integration for the X200 series to match that already offered on the X Fold5.

The Go Ultra is set to be one of Insta360's smallest action cameras yet. Tiny in size compared with the Insta360 X5, the Insta360 Go Ultra could end up costing a fair bit more than the Insta360 Go 3S if a new leak has any merit.

70mai has unveiled a new dash cam, the 4K T800, globally. The company’s new dash cam features dual 4k recording, 70mai’s in-house night owl vision, HDR, a smart parking guardian mode, built-in GPS and ADAS, 3-channel HDR recording, and WiFi 6 connectivity for high-speed transfers.

Insta360 has finally revealed the launch date of its next tiny action camera. Available before the end of the week, the Insta360 Go Ultra will replace the Insta360 Go 3S with a design that should make it almost as small as the DJI Action 2.

Fujifilm will launch the retro-styled X-E5 mirrorless APS-C camera on August 28, 2025, featuring a 40.2MP X-Trans sensor, 6.2K video, and Intelligent Hybrid AF. It offers 35mm film simulation filters, 7-stop stabilization, and a tilting LCD for creative control.

No more 1-inch sensor and dual periscope telephoto lens, but potentially the largest 200-MP sensor to date from Sony and a second one for the periscope telephoto lens. A leaker has confirmed rumors of a significant redesign of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra camera next year, which is also expected to benefit from a whole new generation of multispectral color sensors.

Does Apple have another big surprise in store for the beginning of September? The design of the four new iPhone 17 models is already largely known, but there may still be some hidden surprises inside. This could be the specific advantages of the new zoom camera in the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which reportedly surpasses all previous technology like it.

Insta360 has shared more details about the debut Antigravity drone. Now called the Antigravity A1, the drone is the first of its kind to feature an 8K and 360-degree camera setup. The Antigravity A1 will weigh less than 250 g too, although global availability is a way off yet.

For months, one smartphone held the top spot in the ranking of the best smartphone cameras, but now its successor has stolen the crown from the Pura 70 Ultra. Huawei's current flagship camera effortlessly outdoes the rest of the smartphone world in 2025, at least according to DxOMark.

Insta360's next action camera edges closer to being released. Arriving after Insta360 refreshed its popular 360° camera to rival the DJI Osmo 360, leaked specifications and images reveal plenty of details about the Insta360 Go Ultra ahead of its anticipated summer release.

Hup AI has launched a smart camera and iPhone app that use AI to monitor homes and remind users to complete daily tasks and chores, and alert them to changes in the home environment.

The Yashica City 300 aims to address many issues of the City 200 and promises significantly improved image quality thanks to a larger 50-megapixel sensor, a fast lens and support for RAW files.

Heat management has long been a problem for GoPro's Hero series and small action cameras in general. According to a new leak, the GoPro Max 2 may finally resolve this issue with a beefy cooling setup to rival both the new DJI Osmo 360 and the popular Insta360 X5.

DJI's rumoured return to the Action 2 form factor has been spotted again in a new set of leaks. Allegedly launching as the DJI Osmo Nano, the compact action camera could debut before the end of the summer, too.

According to a typically reliable leaker, a new wave of camera sensors are on the horizon. From the 1-inch style Omnivision OV50X to the Samsung ISOCELL S5KHPE and a new mysterious 5A6 sensor, future flagships like the Xiaomi 16 Ultra appear set to showcase entirely new camera sensors rather than relying on those found in current and older-generation flagships.

The possibly disappointing hardware upgrades to the Pixel 10 camera might be compensated for by new AI software features, according to current leaks. With an AI-based coach and voice-controlled photo editing, Google aims to provide a new camera experience built on AI.

There has been a change at the top of the DxOMark ranking for the best smartphone camera. The Zeiss camera of the Vivo X200 Ultra has grabbed one of the top spots on the leaderboard, ahead of the Huawei P70 Ultra and Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max. Only one smartphone narrowly beats the Vivo X200 Ultra.

DJI has just released the Osmo 360 to rival the Insta360 X5. Arriving before the GoPro Max 2 even gets out the door, the DJI Osmo 360 has already received new firmware and app updates that improve the new 360-degree camera in various aspects.

Insta360 has updated its latest 360-degree action camera for the second time in as many months. Arriving shortly after the release of the DJI Osmo 360, the Satin White Limited Edition departs from the typical black exteriors of many action cameras while retaining the core features of the original Insta360 X5.

Viofo asserts that its latest dash cam is ideal for ride-share drivers as well as those who are simply worried about the security of their car in general, as it can surveil the inside of a car as well as its front and rear views. The three-channel (3CH) system integrates a leading low-light Sony sensor and has an ultrawide-angle fisheye lens for its cabin camera. It boasts a Vehicle Battery Protection setting for parking, and supports external SSDs to store footage.

Zero Zero Robotics has revealed new details about its next HoverAir drone. Launching soon as the HoverAir Aqua, the drone will be capable of taking off from water due to its fully waterproof design. The HoverAir Aqua will take the fight to DJI's Mini division with a 4K and 1/1.3-inch camera, too.

The video camera looks like a Kodak Super 8, features analog indicators for the battery level and memory card and doesn’t have a screen. That’s how the Camp Snap CS-8 tries to provide a retro feel. As with the Super 8, the video quality is mediocre at best.

In the latest portrait photo comparison video from Versus, Vivo X200 Ultra managed to beat 8 other flagship phones — Pixel 9 Pro XL, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Oppo Find X8 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VII, OnePlus 13, Galaxy S25 Ultra, iPhone 16 Pro Max, and the Honor Magic 7 Pro.

DJI has just released its long-awaited Osmo 360 action camera globally. In response, GoPro has now posted a fresh teaser suggesting that its Max 2 will have a distinct advantage over DJI's newcomer. Influencers have started posting about the GoPro Max 2 too, indicating its imminent official launch.

After dozens of leaks and rumors over the month, DJI has finally introduced its first-ever 360° action camera, the Osmo 360, in the global market. An immediate rival to this year’s Insta360 X5 and the upcoming GoPro Max 2, the DJI Osmo 360 camera features a 1/1.1-inch CMOS sensor, native 8k 360° video recording, intelligent tracking, 128 GB of built-in storage, a 1,950 mAh battery, and gesture and voice control support.

Square and practical: The next mini camera from Insta360 not only features a significant change in format, but also new features and a promising name. Instead of Insta360 Go 4, the vlogging camera proudly bears the designation "Ultra". A launch date is likely to be announced shortly.

Samsung officially launched its latest generation of foldables on July 9, with 3 devices on roll call: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. These devices have received their fair share of criticism for reasons ranging from the lack of S Pen support to underwhelming camera performance.

Eufy has launched the SoloCam E42 in the US, featuring 4K video, pan-and-tilt, local AI, and optional solar power. Bundles start at $399.99; individual camera sales coming soon. No subscription fees is involved.

Honor is now thought to replace its top-end Magic7 RSR Porsche Design Android smartphone with one of a much more predictable suffix in 2025. Despite that, it might take on other rumored top-end camera monsters such as the Xiaomi 16 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra with an unexpected breakthrough all its own. The new flagship might also be equipped to compete in the display and battery size wars.

After over a hundred years of speculation, NASA has finally discovered the companion to Betelgeuse, the tenth-brightest star in the sky. The important discovery was made using a ground-based telescope equipped with a powerful high-resolution camera.

Versus posted a camera test video two weeks ago on its YouTube channel. The video featured the results of a series of blind tests conducted with the participation of its YouTube community, using photos from 12 different phones.