Top 3 picks
Samsung Galaxy S26
Why we picked this
Best Overall: This is the most versatile photography choice, combining a high-quality main camera, ultrawide camera, and dedicated telephoto lens for travel, portraits, and distant subjects. It also doubles the Pixel 10's base storage, while the Pixel remains particularly compelling for effortless point-and-shoot processing and the iPhone 17 for iOS users.
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Where to buy
est. €849Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Google Pixel 10
Why we picked this
Best Value: The Pixel 10 offers the strongest computational-photography experience at the lowest price here, with excellent automatic HDR, portraits, and low-light results. Its compact design and clean Android software make it easy to use, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 offers more versatile zoom and the iPhone 17 provides a polished iOS alternative.
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Where to buy
est. €599Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.
Apple iPhone 17
Why we picked this
Premium Pick: The iPhone 17 is the premium choice for natural-looking photos, strong video recording, and dependable results across its main and ultrawide cameras. Its 120Hz display and iOS experience feel especially polished; the Galaxy S26 is more flexible for optical zoom, while the Pixel 10 remains the simplest value-focused photography option.
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Where to buy
est. €999Prices change often — check the retailer for the current price.