Affordable phones priced around Rp3 jutaan feature high-res cameras

Affordable smartphones priced around Rp3 jutaan now routinely feature 108-megapixel camera sensors, optical image stabilization, and specialized macro lenses, Disway Malang reported. These devices, some starting as low as Rp2 jutaan, are increasingly integrating high-resolution sensors, PDAF, and ultrawide cameras to provide more options for daily photography.

Redmi Note 15 4G Brings 108 Megapixels and Lossless Zoom to Mid-Range Market

Redmi Note 15 4G anchors its photography system around a 108-megapixel main sensor equipped with phase detection autofocus for rapid subject acquisition. The high-resolution sensor enables a three-times lossless zoom via sensor cropping, serving as an alternative to dedicated telephoto lenses. Video recording tops out at 1080p at 60 frames per second, with pricing starting at approximately Rp3,8 jutaan.

Expanding the lineup, the Redmi Note 15 5G introduces a 108-megapixel main camera with a 1/1.67-inch sensor size, an f/1.7 aperture, and optical image stabilization, according to Sumeks reporting. Its display utilizes a 6.77-inch dual-curved AMOLED panel running at a 120Hz refresh rate with a 3,200-nit peak brightness, powered by a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset. It also includes an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera.

Affordable phones priced around Rp3 jutaan feature high-res cameras
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Motorola and Infinix Deliver Alternative 50 Megapixel Configurations

For buyers prioritizing high-refresh screens and content creation features, Tecno Camon 40 4G integrates a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-700C sensor with optical image stabilization, a 32-megapixel selfie camera, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate processor priced between 2,699,000 and 3,290,000 rupiah, as detailed by Suara.com. This model includes a 5,200 mAh battery with 45W fast charging, IP66 certification, an in-display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, a FlashSnap button, and NFC. Alternatively, realme 13 4G pairs a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 sensor with OIS, a Snapdragon 685 chip, and 67W fast charging for 2,799,000 to 3,199,000 rupiah. It features a 5,000 mAh battery, IP64 water resistance, dual speakers, an in-display fingerprint sensor, an audio jack, and NFC.

Additional Mid-Range Options

The POCO X7 5G features a 50-megapixel main camera using a Sony IMX882 sensor, OIS, and a wide f/1.5 aperture. Other available options in this segment include the Samsung Galaxy A16 4G, which starts at Rp2,6 jutaan and uses a 50-megapixel main camera with PDAF, a 5-megapixel ultrawide, and a 2-megapixel macro lens.

Answers to Common Questions About Camera Smartphone Prices and Features

What is the lowest starting price among these camera smartphones?

Prices for these devices start from Rp2 jutaan.

Affordable phones priced around Rp3 jutaan feature high-res cameras
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Which models support 4K video recording in this price tier?

The Redmi Note 15 5G, Samsung Galaxy A25 5G, and Infinix GT 20 Pro all support video recording up to 4K resolution at 30 frames per second.

Do all 108-megapixel phones include ultrawide lenses?

No, configurations vary by model; for instance, the Infinix Note 40 Pro+ 5G omits an ultrawide lens, while the Redmi Note 15 5G includes an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor.