Monday, August 7, 2023

Smartphones for Nightscape Photography

"A photo of Me with the Arch and Starry Sky" by Wu Zhengjie. Taken with a vivo X90 Pro+ ~ Night Category 1st Place winner in the vivo VISION+ Mobile PhotoAwards 2023 (click image to enlarge).

The technology for smartphone cameras is changing rapidly! When I published version 1.1 of my Milky Way NightScapes ebook there were no mobile phone cameras that could decently capture blue hour twilight photographs, let alone photograph the Milky Way stars during the Astronomical Dusk!

Currently, there are are over a dozen smartphone cameras that can do a fairly good job of photographing starry night skies. I will list them below, in order of my preference (based on my research and some of the reviews listed at the bottom of this blog). This list will be updated periodically, so please come back.

MY BEST SMARTPHONE PICKS FOR NIGHTSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY

  1. Vivo X90 Pro+
  2. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
  3. Google Pixel 7 Pro
  4. Apple iPhone 14 Pro
  5. Samsung Galaxy S23
  6. Google Pixel 6 Pro
  7. Apple iPhone 13 Pro
  8. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
  9. HUAWEI P50 Pro
  10. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
  11. Huawei P40 Pro+
  12. Xiaomi 13 Pro
  13. OnePlus 11
  14. Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro
  15. OnePlus 10 Pro


REVIEWS:

Best camera phone 2023: Smartphones with stargazing capabilities (March 2023)

The 10 Best Phones for Astrophotography (Apr 20, 2023)

5 Best Smartphones For Night Photography! (July 5, 2023)

Night Photography with vivo X90 Pro! - (May 10, 2023) Note: This YouTube video starts at the "Astro Shooting" — you may wish to rewind to the beginning, to see all the features

The Best Smartphones for Astrophotography in 2023 (April 25, 2023)

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14 comments:

  1. Ppm PhotographyOctober 31, 2023 at 1:22 AM

    Your blog consistently delivers quality content. I look forward to every new post you publish.

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  2. mobilezmarketJanuary 30, 2024 at 6:18 AM

    The Google Pixel series, particularly the Pixel 6, excels with its Night Sight feature, capturing stunning low-light shots. Apple's iPhone 13 Pro, equipped with Night mode and LiDAR technology, offers impressive results in challenging lighting conditions.

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  3. mobilezmarketJanuary 30, 2024 at 6:54 AM

    The Google Pixel 6 stands out with its revolutionary Night Sight feature, delivering stunning clarity in the dark. Apple's iPhone 13 Pro, equipped with Night mode and LiDAR, excels in low-light conditions, ensuring exceptional detail.

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  4. HopeOAugust 13, 2024 at 7:07 AM

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  5. muskanNovember 13, 2024 at 3:10 AM

    This is such a detailed breakdown! I had no idea smartphone cameras had advanced this much. I’m especially impressed with the Vivo X90 Pro+ - looks like it’s really setting the bar for night photography
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  6. Techno worldsNovember 13, 2024 at 3:18 AM

    Wu Zhengjie’s photo with the arch and starry sky is stunning! It’s incredible that a smartphone could capture that level of detail
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  7. kajalNovember 13, 2024 at 3:20 AM

    The fact that even mid-range phones like the Redmi Note 11 Pro are capable of nightscapes is amazing. Thanks for highlighting a range of budget options
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  8. Nishi8171November 13, 2024 at 3:21 AM

    I wasn’t aware that even iPhones are doing so well in night photography! The iPhone 14 Pro’s night shots look fantastic
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  9. SHUBHAMNovember 13, 2024 at 3:22 AM

    So glad to see the OnePlus 11 make the list! I’ve had good experiences with OnePlus cameras, but now I’m inspired to try out nightscape photography.
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  10. somyaNovember 13, 2024 at 3:23 AM

    This post really makes me want to dive into astrophotography! Any tips for beginners using the Google Pixel 7 Pro for starry sky shots
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  11. dikshaNovember 13, 2024 at 3:24 AM

    Your post really captures the possibilities of smartphone photography today. It's crazy to think how much it’s evolved - thanks for keeping us updated with the latest recommendations
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  12. getindustrialproductsNovember 13, 2024 at 3:24 AM

    "I’ve been wanting to capture the Milky Way on my phone for ages! It’s great to see that now it’s actually possible with options like the Xiaomi 13 Pro
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  13. sheetalNovember 13, 2024 at 3:25 AM

    I had no idea night photography was even possible with some of these phones. The advancements are mind-blowing
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  14. Victor ReynoldsNovember 14, 2024 at 1:06 PM

    Love Zhengjie’s image! I have the iPhone 13 Pro. I have yet to do astrophotography with it, however it is a good camera for urban night photography.

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