The Best Smartphone Cameras in 2026

3 months, 15 smartphones, 1,000+ comparison photos. Here are the definitive results.

The Rankings

1. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — Overall champion. 200MP detail, unmatched zoom, best night mode.
2. iPhone 16 Pro Max — Most consistent. Best video, best portraits.
3. Google Pixel 10 Pro — Natural film-like quality. Night Sight remains excellent.
4. OnePlus 13 — Beautiful Hasselblad colors. Excellent telephoto.
5. Xiaomi 15 Ultra — Gorgeous Leica tuning, 1-inch sensor captures the most light.

Key Findings

• Best Low Light: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
• Best Video: iPhone 16 Pro Max
• Best Portrait: iPhone 16 Pro Max
• Best Zoom: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
• Most Natural Colors: Google Pixel 10 Pro