In 2025, you don’t need to shell out flagship-level cash for a phone that can shoot beautiful photos or record crisp 4K video. The sub-₹30,000 segment in India has exploded with options that bring optical image stabilization, telephoto zoom, high-resolution sensors, and even AI photography tools into the mainstream.
Whether you shoot for Instagram, vlog on the move, or just want reliable photos in every light, here are the best camera phones under ₹30,000 that punch way above their price tag.
1. Vivo V60e
Vivo V60e comes with a 200MP main camera featuring Samsung’s HP9 sensor and optical image stabilization. The rear setup also includes an 8MP ultra-wide camera, while the front houses a 50MP autofocus camera. The phone supports Aura Light and introduces India’s first AI Festival Portrait mode, which enhances low-light portraits.
The V60e features a 6.77-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1900 nits peak brightness. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo chipset and ships with Android 15 and Funtouch OS 15. Vivo promises three major OS updates and five years of security support.
Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 128GB
2. Motorola Edge 60 Pro
Motorola Edge 60 Pro comes with a triple camera system that includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor with autofocus and macro support, and a 10MP 3x telephoto camera. The phone also offers a 50MP front camera and supports 4K video recording.
The Edge 60 Pro features a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 4500 nits. It runs Android 15 out of the box with Motorola’s AI tools and four years of security updates. The device uses the Dimensity 8350 Extreme SoC and includes MIL-STD-810H durability, IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance, and 90W fast charging.
Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 256GB
3. Nothing Phone (3a) Pro
Nothing has introduced the Phone (3a) Pro as its most affordable model with a 3x periscope telephoto camera. The rear setup also includes a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The 50MP periscope lens offers up to 6x in-sensor zoom and 60x digital zoom. On the front, the phone includes a 50MP camera with 4K video support.
The Phone (3a) Pro features a 6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3000 nits peak brightness. It runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC and includes Nothing OS 3.1 based on Android 15. The phone supports 50W PD charging and includes the brand’s Glyph interface and Essential Key for AI-powered productivity features.
Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 128GB
4. Vivo T4 Pro
Vivo T4 Pro sports a dual 50MP rear camera system. It includes a main Sony IMX882 sensor with OIS and a 50MP 3x periscope telephoto camera with OIS. There is also a 2MP depth sensor and a 32MP front camera that supports 4K video recording.
The T4 Pro uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and features a 6.77-inch curved AMOLED display with up to 5000 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. The phone runs Android 15 and includes Funtouch OS 15. It offers four major Android updates and six years of security patches. The 6500mAh battery supports 90W fast charging.
Price: ₹27,999 for 8GB + 128GB
5. Realme 15 Pro 5G
Realme 15 Pro 5G comes with a dual 50MP rear camera setup. The main camera uses the Sony IMX896 sensor with OIS, and the ultra-wide lens features the OV50D sensor. The phone also includes a 50MP front camera, and all three support 4K video recording at up to 60fps.
The 15 Pro features a 6.8-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display with up to 6500 nits peak brightness. It runs Android 15 with realme UI 6.0 and uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor. The phone includes a 7000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC charging and ships with Edit Genie voice-based editing features.
Price: ₹28,999 for 8GB + 128GB
For more daily updates, please visit our News Section.
Stay ahead in tech! Join our Telegram community and sign up for our daily newsletter of top stories! 💡
