Phone cameras comparison: low light
A well-exposed photo and not too many negative effects of noise reduction. There’s less detail here than in the Galaxy S7’s photo though.
Phone cameras comparison: low light
Very similar to the iPhone’s photo, the HTC can’t keep highlights in check and detail levels are on a par with the 6S.
Phone cameras comparison: low light
Despite all the clever tech, the P9 appeared to struggle with focus in low light. Details are soft, but it does handle the bright lights well.
Phone cameras comparison: low light
In the dark, the G5 struggles with noise like any phone camera. However, it seems LG prefers to leave this rather than use noise reduction and sacrifice detail. It does leave this shot looking rather grainy though.
Phone cameras comparison: low light
A great performance by the S7: this photo is sharp and detailed with no noticeable noise. Our only criticism is the blown out highlights.
Phone cameras comparison: low light
Almost as good at the iPhone 6S’s low light performance, albeit with worse colour balance and softer detail. Another good effort from the underdog here.
Phone cameras comparison: low light
The Z5 has better highlight control than some and it has clearly tried to correct colours, but other phones produced a more true-to-life photo in these conditions. Detail levels are on a par with the iPhone 6S. Jim has been testing and reviewing products for over 20 years. His main beats include VPN services and antivirus. He also covers smart home tech, mesh Wi-Fi and electric bikes.
