Camera nerd

A foldable full of small compromises that I would only recommend to experienced foldable users who really want one.

Faster sensor captures high-resolution photos much quicker than the 15 Pro Max, though everyday image quality is similar.

Capable phone with great cameras, thermals and battery, but the upgrades feel incomplete and it is an optional upgrade for most people.

Impressive built-in gimbal tech with excellent stabilisation and tracking, but the AI party tricks are gimmicky and durability is a worry.

Exceptional rear cameras and smarter software, but a weak front camera, patchy apps and no Apple ecosystem made it unworkable as my main ph…

I think this is a delightful, tough and fast phone with a much improved camera, but most people should hold off because the AI pricing is u…

Finished fifth, with the global version underperforming its huge 6,800mAh capacity because of a restricted cell.

The crown jewel: luxurious specs, sapphire back and silver-gold cooling that genuinely improves performance, earning S tier.

I call it the greatest camera phone in existence, praising the pin-connected magnetic lens and its results.

Has the best phone camera system I've seen, led by a telephoto lens so good it works as a main camera, though software updates and handling…

The most convincing concept phone I've used, with a clever attachable camera, though battery life and lens quality fall short and mainstrea…

Thinnest foldable he has seen, beating Samsung on build, battery, charging, screens and speed, but let down by software polish and cameras.

Impressed by the Air 3S, citing its obstacle sensing, dual cameras with 3x zoom and a new 1-inch sensor that copes much better in the dark.

Camera-led flagship with a great box and fast charging, but it is top-heavy, runs hot, has ads in the software and loses to the S24 Ultra o…

Smartphone of the year and a masterclass box-ticker, with only video graininess in low light as a complaint.

A decadent-looking flagship with excellent cameras, though it uses a nerfed 4G Qualcomm chip.