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Evaluate a phone as a camera

Compare the actual camera modules, not only the largest megapixel number. Test moving people, backlit faces, low-light detail and the focal lengths you really use. Check RAW, HDR and video support for the specific mode and editing app. Digital cropping, multi-frame processing and optical changes are

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