Starting A YouTube Channel? Check Out 5 Best Phones for Vlogging In India

Have smartphones replaced DSLRs? We don’t have a fixed answer for that but we can definitely say that the new-generation smartphones have a camera configuration that can shoot videos better than you would expect.

Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and Vivo X-Series have some of the best phones from these OEMs that can produce videos of on-par quality with professional mirrorless cameras.

Using a smartphone in place of a DSLR has its own benefits since the former is easy to carry and can provide better battery life. It is also easy to transfer data from a smartphone to your PC for editing.

If these points have made up your mind to pick up a smartphone from the ocean of options on the market and start a YouTube channel, here are our recommendations for the five best phones that you can pick for vlogging.

Best phones for vlogging

iPhone 16 Pro

When it comes to videos, nothing beats an iPhone. The iPhone 16 Pro is the latest iteration and the main highlight of the device is the Camera Control. It’s a capacitive touch button that is placed on the frame and is useful for vlogging.

For vlogging, most people use a horizontal orientation. This is where the Camera Control button turns out to be most useful. You can easily reach the Camera Control button and use it to record a video or press and hold to alter the controls.

The iPhone 16 Pro has a new 4K 120fps slow-motion option. So, if you are a fan of shooting slow-mo videos, it will be one of the most useful features.

There are high chances of more than one person being involved in one frame and that’s where the new Audio Mix feature comes in handy. It gives you three options—In-frame, Studio, and Cinematic. These options can separate multiple people’s voices in a frame.

The iPhone 16 Pro has a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and a new 48-megapixel ultra-wide sensor. The main sensor is a 48-megapixel lens and can shoot up to 4K 60fps videos with Dolby Vision support. It has different video modes like Action, Cinematic, Spatial and more.

The front shooter is a 12-megapixel sensor that can also shoot up to 4K 60fps videos. Using Apple Intelligence, you can remove unwanted objects from your photos using the Clean Up feature.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the best Android phones that you can use to vlog your daily life. It has one of the most versatile camera systems with a 200-megapixel main, 50-megapixel telephoto, 12-megapixel ultra-wide and a 10-megapixel sensor. It can shoot video at a whopping 8K 30fps resolution. Compared to the iPhone 16 Pro, the Galaxy S24 Ultra already has 4K 120fps slow-motion support.

The Galaxy S24 Ultra takes an edge by offering 100x digital zoom, portrait video, better stability with OIS, HDR10+ support and a useful night mode.

It lacks a camera button but packs an S Pen that you can use to control your camera wirelessly.

On the front, it has a 12-megapixel sensor that can also shoot 4K 60fps videos.

But what makes the Galaxy S24 Ultra special is Galaxy AI. Some of the AI features include Instant Slow-mo, Regenerate, Resize and Photo Eraser.

The One UI 7, based on Android 15, is rumoured to bring the Audio Mapping feature to the Galaxy S24 Ultra that would be similar to the iPhone 16 Pro’s Audio Mix feature.

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Google Pixel 9 Pro

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a great choice for vloggers looking for excellent video quality paired with AI-powered features. It boasts a triple-camera setup featuring a 50-megapixel main sensor, a 48-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a 48-megapixel telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom.

The Pixel 9 Pro devices remain the OG lineup to receive Gemini-based AI features in real time. One standout feature is Real Tone Video which captures humans with accurate skin tones, a crucial feature for vloggers. Another impressive feature is Add Me, which lets you take a picture twice to add the photographer to the image.

It can shoot videos in 8K at 30fps and also supports HDR10+ format. The Pixel 9 Pro also has an AI-driven Audio Focus that isolates background noise to capture clear dialogue in crowded locations. To summarise, the Pixel 9 Pro’s AI features would surprise you.

The front camera is a 42-megapixel sensor with ultra-wide support, claimed to have better low-light performance than its predecessor.

Vivo X100 Pro

Probably the most underrated camera phone of 2024 is the Vivo X100 Pro. This premium smartphone from Vivo is another exceptional device for vloggers, particularly for those who appreciate cinematic-style video creation. It comes equipped with a 50-megapixel 1-inch main sensor with Zeiss optics, a 50-megapixel floating telephoto lens and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor.

The X100 Pro stands out for its Zeiss Cinematic Video mode which provides natural bokeh and dramatic colour grading for professional-looking videos. It supports 4K 60fps recording and features an enhanced Super Night Video mode for shooting in low-light conditions without compromising quality.

There are several templates available that you can use to add cinematic effects to your videos.

For vloggers focused on audio quality, the X100 Pro has a directional audio recording that focuses on sounds coming from specific directions. The front camera is a 32-megapixel sensor that can also record in 4K 60fps.

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iPhone 15

Although it’s not the latest model, the iPhone 15 remains a fantastic option for those who are planning to make vlogs but can’t spend much from their pocket. It has a 48-megapixel main sensor that is capable of recording 4K videos at 60fps with Dolby Vision, so it should give you the same quality as the Pro models.

The iPhone 15 lacks AI features but has Action Mode for stabilised footage, slow-motion mode, photo filters, Cinematic Mode and a clear mic. As mentioned already, the iPhone’s video quality remains unmatched and can be uploaded directly on social media in the same resolution.

The front-facing 12-megapixel camera supports 4K 60fps video with autofocus. Although it lacks the advanced features of the iPhone 16 Pro, the iPhone 15 still offers seamless integration with Apple’s ecosystem, including AirDrop for quick file transfers and access to apps like iMovie and Final Cut Pro.

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