Ultimate Camera Comparison: Pixel 8 vs. Galaxy S24 vs. iPhone 15

Are you ready for the ultimate showdown between the Pixel 8, Galaxy S24, and iPhone 15? We’re hitting the streets of Berlin to capture stunning shots and determine which smartphone reigns supreme in the photography world. But before we dive in, here’s an exciting announcement: we’re giving away the S24 collection to three lucky winners! Read on to find out how to enter.

Key Takeaway:

• Pixel 8, Galaxy S24, and iPhone 15 battle it out in a comprehensive camera comparison.
• We explore standard photos, ultra-wide shots, portrait mode, videos, zoom capabilities, stabilization, selfies, slow-motion, and macro photography.
• Each phone has its strengths and weaknesses across different categories.
• The Galaxy S24 emerges as the winner in several categories, but the iPhone 15 and Pixel 8 also shine in specific areas.

Now, let’s break down the comparison:

Main Camera Photos

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Contrast	Natural, less saturation	High contrast, saturation	High contrast, saturation
Exposure	Balanced	Overexposed	Slightly overexposed
Sharpness	Satisfactory	Slightly blurred	Sharp
Overall Performance	Natural colors, good balance	Bright, slightly blurred	Sharp, vibrant colors

Winner: iPhone 15 for overall sharpness and vibrant colors.

Low Light Performance

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Exposure	Decent	Colors pop, slight blur	Pale, lacks contrast
Color Accuracy	Good	Blue tint, slight blur	Pale, lacks detail
Overall Performance	Usable but with grain	Better colors, slight blur	Pale, lacks detail

Winner: Pixel 8 for better color accuracy and detail in low light.

Ultra-Wide Photos

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Detail	Slightly less saturated	Natural colors, detail	Slightly less detail
Color Accuracy	Good	Good	Slightly off
Overall Performance	Satisfactory	Natural, good saturation	Slightly less detail

Winner: Galaxy S24 for natural colors and detail in ultra-wide shots.

Portrait Mode

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Edge Detection	Least accurate	Accurate, slight overexposure	Accurate, slight saturation
Color Accuracy	Decent	Slightly red tint	Accurate, slight saturation
Overall Performance	Accurate colors, less saturation	Accurate, slight overexposure	Accurate, slight saturation

Draw: Pixel 8 and iPhone 15 for different strengths in portrait mode.

Video and Audio

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Video Quality	Decent, less saturation	Natural, smooth	Sharp, vibrant colors
Stabilization	Decent, some jitter	Smooth, good stabilization	Jittery, needs improvement
Audio Quality	Muffled, muted	Clear, directed sound	Clear, directional sound

Winner: iPhone 15 for overall video quality and clear audio.

Zoom

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Zoom Capability	Limited zoom range	Great zoom, detailed	Limited zoom range

Winner: Galaxy S24 for superior zoom capabilities.

Selfies

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Detail	Sharp, detailed	Accurate colors	Accurate colors
Color Accuracy	Good	Accurate	Accurate
Overall Performance	Decent	Accurate, slight overexposure	Accurate, slight saturation

Draw: Pixel 8 and iPhone 15 for sharpness and color accuracy.

Slow Motion

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Frame Rate	Limited options	Smooth, good quality	Smooth, good quality

Winner: iPhone 15 for smoother slow-motion.

Macro Photos

Criteria	Pixel 8	Galaxy S24	iPhone 15
Detail	Detailed, dedicated mode	Blurred	Decent detail

Winner: Pixel 8 for dedicated macro mode and detail.

Conclusion

• Pixel 8: Strong in standard photos, portrait mode, and macro photography.
• Galaxy S24: Excels in ultra-wide shots, videos, stabilization, and zoom capabilities.
• iPhone 15: Dominates in video quality, slow-motion, and selfie performance.

Ultimately, each phone has its strengths and weaknesses, catering to different preferences and priorities. Which one would you choose? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to enter our giveaway for a chance to win a Samsung Galaxy S24. Good luck!