Best Camera Mobile Phones Under 40000

The Realme GT 7 packs the right goodies like a high-end chipset, all-around cameras, a pretty good battery life with really fast charging speeds. If we’re to nitpick, thermal management and ultrawide shots could have been better but that’s asking too much from an otherwise well-packaged phone in the segment.

The Poco F7 stays true to the flagship killer spirit with a bold design, bright OLED display, excellent performance and 90W fast charging. However, it comes with compromises like a poorly optimised software experience, inconsistent cameras, and a hefty build. If you’re looking for raw performance and gaming is what you do in the sub-Rs 30,000 segment, the Poco F7 is a compelling choice.

The OnePlus 13R proves it still has plenty going for it even months after launch. With top-tier performance, excellent battery life, fast charging and a polished OxygenOS experience, it remains a reliable daily driver. While its cameras aren't class-leading in low-light, the strong daylight performance and a useful telephoto lens make it a well-rounded, good-value phone in the segment.

Samsung's Galaxy S24 FE delivers a balanced experience in the segment, offering a bright 120 Hz display, dependable performance, solid battery life and a versatile triple camera setup. It’s an excellent choice for everyday users who want premium features but can’t go for the regular Galaxy S24. Power users may, however, notice its limitations, including a non-LTPO panel and only decent low-light photography.

The Realme GT 7T is a performance-centric phone, with a responsive display, big SiC battery and pretty quick charging. The design also looks quite good but the phone can get warm easily during demanding tasks. While the main camera is quite good, if you want superior imaging, you may be hard-pressed to look at better options in the segment

The Realme 16 Pro impresses with excellent battery life, a bright and immersive AMOLED display and a comfortable design that works well for everyday usage. Performance is generally smooth but definitely not the best in the segment and shows occasional slowdowns under heavy loads. The 200 MP camera delivers decent daylight results but struggles with noise and colour inconsistency at night. Overall, it's a solid mid-ranger than excels in endurance, with a few noticeable compromises.

The Vivo T4 Ultra is a specialist phone that excels in performance and zoom photography, thanks to the Dimensity 9300+ and 50 MP periscope camera, respectively. However, the ultrawide camera is only decent and the software hasn’t been Vivo’s strongest suit due to bloatware. Overall, T4 Ultra is an ideal device for those who need processing power and camera zoom, something that most phones in this segment miss out on when prioritizing one over the other.

The Vivo V60 is a phone made for creators. While the internal processor isn’t class-leading, it delivers on other fronts with a great display and a massive battery. The star of the show is the Zeiss camera system which is capable of capturing great pictures with both the main and telephoto lenses. All in all, the Vivo V60 is a commendable choice for users who prioritise battery and camera over raw gaming prowess.

The Vivo V40 is a well-rounded midranger featuring an attractive design, bright and sharp display and functional 50MP cameras. The battery life is also commendable, and it's coupled with an 80W fast charger in the box. Though the performance could have been better, this is a pretty compelling option to go for in its segment.

The HMD Skyline plays on the nostalgia of iconic Lumia phones with a familiar design. While the display is fast and responsive, the on-screen brightness is not enough for outdoors. It’s the same story for performance and cameras, which are not par for the price. One major factor with Skyline is its repairability, but that isn’t a good enough reason to pay extra for this phone.