Top 5 camera smartphones to capture your happiness this Holi

Holi is a festival of colors, joy, and unforgettable moments—and what better way to capture these memories than with a smartphone that excels in photography? This year, several smartphones have set new benchmarks in camera performance, making them perfect companions for your festive celebrations. From stunning low-light shots to vibrant color reproduction, these devices ensure every splash of color and every candid moment is preserved in breathtaking detail. Here’s our list of the top five smartphones with outstanding optics that you should consider for Holi 2025.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max

The iPhone 16 Pro Max gets a major camera upgrade with a 48MP main sensor, a 48MP ultrawide lens, and a 12MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. Apple’s AI-driven “Clean Up” tool, similar to Magic Eraser, enhances photos effortlessly. It features a 6.9-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display and runs on iOS 18, powered by the A17 Pro chip. The iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at Rs 1,44,900 in India.For that matter, Apple has also recommended certain tips to enhance your photography with your iPhone. That too from photography greats like –

Bobby Roy –

The iPhone 16 Pro Max’s 48MP Fusion Camera with zero shutter lag is perfect for capturing high-speed Holi action, from flying gulal to spontaneous laughter. Use Portrait Mode to blur the background and highlight colorful faces, while AI-powered HDR enhances exposure, making every shade pop for truly vibrant shots.

Shakti Shekhawat –

Capture smooth, shake-free footage with Action Mode—just tap the running icon and start shooting. For epic 360° shots, keep your subject centered and walk in a circle. Enhance colors with Photographic Styles & HDR, and use Camera Control or Apple Watch for hands-free group shots!

Vivo X200 Pro

The Vivo X200 Pro is a high-end smartphone with a powerful camera system co-engineered by Zeiss. It features a 50MP main sensor, a 200MP 85mm zoom camera, and a 50MP ultrawide camera. You also get a significant AI features in the smartphone like generative AI and Google’s magic eraser. The phone also boasts a 6.78-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 processor, and a 6,000mAh battery. The smartphone is available at a price of Rs 94,999.

Oppo Find X8 Pro

The Oppo Find X8 Pro is a flagship smartphone with a powerful camera system. It features a quad-camera setup with a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultrawide camera, and two 50MP telephoto lenses. The camera system developed with Hasselblad will surprise you in both portrait and telephoto shots. Like most Android devices you get a plethora of AI features here as well like AI erase. What sets this device apart is the camera control button which is super responsive. The phone also boasts a 6.78-inch 2K AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 processor, and a 5910mAh battery. The device is available at Rs 99,999.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra features a versatile quad-camera setup, including a 200MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom, a 10MP telephoto with 3x zoom, and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. The front houses a 12MP camera for selfies and video calls. With improved image processing and low-light performance, the phone is designed for detailed photography and high-quality video recording. Currently the prices start at Rs 1,13,000 on Amazon. The S25 Ultra competes with other premium flagships, focusing on camera capabilities and overall performance.

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra features a powerful Leica-tuned quad-camera system, including a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, a 50MP telephoto, and a 200MP periscope lens for improved zoom. It supports 4K video at 120fps with enhanced stabilization. With a focus on photography and videography, the phone aims to deliver high-quality shots in various lighting conditions. Priced at Rs 1,09,999 in India, it competes with other premium flagship devices in the market.