10 Best Camera Phones Under Rs 20,000 in 2023

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After the fingerprint sensor, the biggest tech innovation has happened in smartphone cameras, especially in the budget segment. And for good reason too. After all, an engaging camera is something that all classes of users appreciate on their phones. With multiple sensors becoming a common phenomenon across price segments, even phone cameras under Rs 20,000 are great value for money.

With companies trickling down higher megapixels sensor such as 48MP or 64MP, paired with telephoto, ultra-wide, depth, or macro sensors to the budget segments, the smartphone cameras 20,000 are versatile and can take some really great shots even in adverse lighting conditions.

A simple browse through your social media feed will tell you that people are indeed fond of shooting with these multi-sensor setups. Slowly and steadily, most of the mobile phones in the sub-20,000 segment are shipping with dual as well as triple-camera hardware in 2023. And if that’s precisely what you have been hankering for, here are the best camera phone options available under Rs 20,000 at the moment.

ALSO READ: Understanding Smartphone Dual Cameras and How They Work

Best camera phones under Rs 20,000 in India (July 2023)

1. Samsung Galaxy M34

Samsung Galaxy M34 was launched in July 2023 and the smartphone comes with a triple camera setup at the back. There is a 50MP primary with Optical Image Stabilization and HDR. Alongside it is an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro lens too.

The camera setup comes with 10x digital zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch to focus. Video recording can take place at 30fps and offer a resolution of 2840×2160.

At the front is a 13MP selfie camera that offers video recording at 30fps and offers a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels. Galaxy M34 is available on Amazon at a starting price of Rs. 18,999 in Midnight Blue, Prism Silver, and Waterfall Blue shades.

Samsung Galaxy M34: Specs

Screen: 6.5-inch Super AMOLED Display | CPU: Exynos 1280 SoC | RAM: up to 8GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 6000mAh; 25W fast charging | Rear camera: 50MP + 8MP + 2MP | Front camera: 13MP | Weight: 208g | Dimensions: 161.7 x 77.2 x 8.8 mm | Software: Android 13|

2. iQOO Z7s 5G

iQOO Z7s 5G offers a dual camera setup at the back, but the performance of the cameras is good considering the price point. A 64MP main camera with OIS, autofocus, and LED flash offers a pixel resolution of 9000×7000. There is also a 2MP depth sensor at the back. The camera setup comes with digital zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch to focus.

At the front is a single 16MP selfie camera that is a wide-angle lens offering video recording at 30fps. Iqoo Z7s 5G is available on Amazon for a starting price of Rs. 18,999 in pacific night, and Norway blue colors.

iQOO Z7s 5G Secs

Screen: 6.38-inch AMOLED Display | CPU: Snapdragon 695| RAM: 6GB/8GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 4500mAh; 44W fast charging | Rear camera: 64MP+ 2MP| Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 172g | Dimensions: 158.9 x 73.5 x 7.8mm | Software: Android 13 |

3. OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G features a triple camera setup at the back. It includes a 108MP primary sensor that is also an ultrawide lens. There is a 2MP depth and a 2MP macro lens as well to complement the main camera. The camera setup supports 6x digital zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch to focus features. Dual video recording is also possible. The front sports a 16MP selfie lens with video recording at 30fps.

The OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G starts at Rs. 19,999 via Amazon and comes in pastel lime and chromatic grey shades.

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite 5G Specs

Screen: 6.72-inch IPS LCD Display | CPU: Snapdragon 695| RAM: 6GB/8GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 5000mAh; 67W fast charging | Rear camera: 108MP+ 2MP+2MP| Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 195g | Dimensions: 165.5 x 76 x 8.3mm | Software: Android 13|

4. Vivo T2

Vivo T2 has a dual camera setup at the back. There is a 64MP primary ISCOELL Plus sensor that supports Optical Image stabilization. Alongside it is a 2MP depth sensor for close-up shots. The camera setup supports digital zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch to focus. The front features a 16MP selfie camera that records 1920×1080 pixel videos at 30fps.

Vivo T2 is available for Rs. 16,999 via Flipkart. It comes in Nitro Blaze and Velocity Wave shades.

Vivo T2 Specs

Screen: 6.38-inch AMOLED Display | CPU: Snapdragon 695| RAM: 6GB/8GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 4500mAh; 44W fast charging | Rear camera: 64MP+ 2MP| Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 172g | Dimensions: 158.9 x 73.5 x 7.8mm | Software: Android 13|

5. Realme 10 Pro 5G

Realme 10 Pro 5G has a dual camera setup at the back. There is a 108MP primary camera with 6x digital zoom, face detection, auto-zoom, and more. Supporting it is a 2MP depth sensor. Video recording can take place at 30fps for a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels.

The front has a 16MP selfie camera with screen flash, fixed focus, and video recording at 30fps. The Realme 10 Pro 5G is available for Rs. 20,999 via Flipkart. The smartphone comes in Hyperspace Gold, Dark Matter, and Nebule Blue colors.

Realme 10 Pro 5G Specs

Screen: 6.72-inch IPS LCD Display | CPU: Snapdragon 695| RAM: 6GB/8GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 5000mAh; 33W fast charging | Rear camera: 108MP+ 2MP| Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 190g | Dimensions: 163.7 x 74.2 x 8.1mm | Software: Android 13 |

6. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 comes with a triple camera setup at the back. The setup includes a 48MP primary sensor that covers a good field of view and offers 8000×6000 pixel resolution images. There is digital zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch to focus as well. Alongside the main camera, there is an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro lens as well.

At the front is a 13MP wide-angle selfie camera that records 1920x1080p videos at 30fps. Redmi Note 12 is available for Rs. 16,999 via Amazon in Frosted Green, Mystique Blue, and Matte Black colors.  

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Specs

Screen: 6.67-inch Super AMOLED Display | CPU: Snapdragon 4 Gen 1| RAM: 4GB/6GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 5000mAh; 33W fast charging | Rear camera: 48MP+ 8MP+2MP| Front camera: 13MP | Weight: 188g | Dimensions: 165.88 x 76.21 x 7.98mm | Software: Android 13 |

7. Moto G73

Moto G73 sports a dual-lens setup at the back. The setup includes a 50MP primary and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The main camera supports up to 8x digital zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch-to-focus. At the front is a 16MP selfie camera with an f/2.4 aperture and video recording at 30fps.

The Moto G73 is available for Rs. 16,999 via Flipkart and Amazon in Midnight Blue and Lucent White shades.

Moto G73 Specs

Screen: 6.5-inch IPS LCD Display | CPU: MediaTek Dimensity 920| RAM: 8GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 5000mAh; 30W fast charging | Rear camera: 50MP+ 8MP| Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 181g | Dimensions: 161.4 x 73.8 x 8.2mm | Software: Android 13 |

8. Realme Narzo 60 5G

The Realme Narzo 60 5G was launched earlier this month in the country. It comes with a dual camera setup at the back including a 64MP primary and a 2MP depth sensor. There is no OIS but the image resolution goes up to 9000×7000 pixels. Digital zoom, auto flash, and face detection are also supported by the smartphone.

It is available for Rs. 17,999 via Amazon in Mars Orange and Cosmic Black colors.

Realme Narzo 60 5G Specs

Screen: 6.43-inch Super AMOLED Display | CPU: MediaTek Dimensity 6020| RAM: 8GB | Storage: 256GB | Battery: 5000mAh; 33W fast charging | Rear camera: 64MP+ 2MP| Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 182g | Dimensions: 159.8 x 72.9 x 7.9mm | Software: Android 13 |

9. Tecno Canon 20 Pro

Tecno Canon 20 Pro comes with a triple camera setup at its rear side. The setup includes a 64MP primary, 2MP macro, and a 2MP depth sensor. The primary camera supports Optical Image Stabilization along with Digital Zoom, Auto flash, Face detection, and touch to focus.

At the front is a 32MP selfie camera with a dual LED flash and a video recording at 30fps. Tecno Canon 20 Pro is available on Flipkart for Rs. 19,000 in Dark Welkin and Serenity Blue shades.

Tecno Canon 20 Pro Specs

Screen: 6.67-inch AMOLED Display | CPU: MediaTek Dimensity 8050| RAM: 8GB | Storage: 256GB | Battery: 5000mAh; 33W fast charging | Rear camera: 64MP+ 2MP+2MP| Front camera: 32MP | Weight: 193g | Dimensions: 162.7 x 75.9 x 7.8mm | Software: Android 13 |

10. Poco X4 Pro 5G

The Poco X4 Pro 5G has a triple camera setup at the back that includes a 64MP main, 8MP ultrawide, and 2MP macro sensors. The camera setup supports dual video recording, digital zoom, auto flash, face detection, and touch-to-focus. There is an LED flash as well.

At the front is a 16MP selfie camera with screen flash and video recording support at 30fps for a 1920×1080 pixel resolution.

Poco X4 Pro 5G is available for Rs. 18,999 via Amazon in Laser Blue, Laser Black, and Poco Yellow shades.

Poco X4 Pro 5G Specs

Screen: 6.67-inch AMOLED Display | CPU: Snapdragon 695| RAM: 8GB | Storage: 128GB | Battery: 5000mAh; 44W fast charging | Rear camera: 64MP+ 8MP+2MP| Front camera: 16MP | Weight: 205g | Dimensions: 164.1 x 76.1 x 8.1mm | Software: Android 13 |

Best Camera Phones Under Rs 20,000 That You Can Buy in India Today

Best camera phone under ₹20,000Price (₹)
Samsung Galaxy M34₹18,999
iQOO Z7s 5G₹18,999
OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite₹19,999
Vivo T2₹16,999
Realme 10 Pro₹20,000
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12₹16,999
Moto G73₹16,999
Realme Narzo 60 5G₹17,999
Tecno Canon 20 Pro₹19,000
Poco X4 Pro 5G₹18,999
Which brands offer a good camera setup in a smartphone under 20,000?

Brands like Realme, Xiaomi, Samsung, and Motorola offer smartphones with good camera setups under 20,000.

Deepak SinghDeepak Singh
Deepak has more than 8 years of experience in covering technology for several eminent publications in India. He currently leads an enthusiastic team of young writers at Smartprix and tries to uphold the highest quality standards.

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Andre
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3 years ago

How about optical zoom under 20000 rupis?

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Pratap Chauhan, Uttrakhand
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3 years ago

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5 years ago

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6 years ago

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