Table of contents:
- 1. Samsung Galaxy A8
- 2. Huawei Mate 20 Lite
- 3. Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra
- 4. Honor 9 Lite
- 5. Huawei Nova 3i
When buying a mobile there are many elements that we usually look at to make a decision. The photographic section is one of them, and the double sensor for the front is gaining a special role in recent times. And now we no longer only want mobiles with two sensors on the back, we also want there to be two for selfies. The big question is: is it really worth it?
For many users, yes, since they are lovers of bokeh or out-of-focus photos, in which one element of the image is given priority over the rest. In this case, it can be your own face, blurring the scene behind, such as the sea or the mountains in the background. In addition, a double sensor in the camera of a mobile also serves to add more brightness to the captures. Thus, the second sensor is responsible for capturing more light, while the main one deals with the information that is in focus. Taking all this into account, you may want to buy a mobile with a double front camera. Next, we reveal 5 mid-range models that offer this feature.
1. Samsung Galaxy A8
One of the mid-range dual-camera terminals that you can find on the market is the Samsung Galaxy A8. Its front cameras are made up of a 16-megapixel sensor and an 8-megapixel sensor, both with f / 1.9 aperture, which gives a certain brightness even though the scene is not adequate. In our tests we were able to verify that when there is good light the selfies are quite high quality, offering great definition in details such as textures of clothing or eyebrow hairs.
If we look at the main camera, we find a single 16-megapixel sensor with aperture f / 1.7. In addition, this model includes a 5.6 screen, FullHD of 2,220 x 1,080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18.5: 9, as well as a 2.1 Ghz eight-core Exynos 7885 processor, along with 4 GB of memory RAM. It also offers a storage capacity of 32 GB and a 3,000 mAh battery with fast charging. The Samsung Galaxy A8 is currently priced at 280 euros in stores like Phone House.
2. Huawei Mate 20 Lite
In this model, Huawei strongly opted for the front camera. The Huawei Mate 20 Lite includes a double lens with a higher resolution than that of the rear camera: 24 + 2 megapixels with f / 2.0 aperture. It does not have a flash, but uses an on-screen flash system to illuminate faces. In this way, we will not have a problem when taking selfies in low light conditions. It should be noted that the Camera app boasts artificial intelligence to give more quality to the captures. Thanks to this technology we can, for example, make a more calibrated use of beauty mode. The device identifies the details there are, modifying or enhancing the portraits.
To all this we must add augmented reality technology, which will help us add stickers, ornaments and different elements to the selfies to give them a more fun air. The Huawei Mate 20 Lite can be purchased free in stores such as Phone House for 230 euros.
3. Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra
One of the great features of the Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra is found precisely in its double front camera. This dual sensor is composed of a main 16-megapixel sensor with f / 2.0 aperture, accompanied by a second 8-megapixel sensor with f / 2.4 aperture. However, it should be mentioned that with this second sensor it is not possible to carry out bokeh photos, since both work independently. In the camera app we will find a dedicated button to switch between one and the other.
The 16 megapixel sensor covers 88 degrees of angle, the usual for a front camera. In addition, it has an optical image stabilizer, something to be appreciated in low light captures. This sensor comes configured by default in 12 megapixels with 4: 3 format. If we want to use the 16 megapixels it will be necessary to change it in the camera settings, going to a 16: 9 format. For its part, the 8-megapixel is a wide angle that covers up to 120 degrees, which means that it is a sensor dedicated to group selfies. Another highlight is the LED flash, perfect for night selfies. If you are interested in this model, you can find it on Amazon at a price of 380 euros.
4. Honor 9 Lite
The Huawei sub-brand also boasts a mobile with a double front camera. It is the Honor 9 Lite with 13 + 2 megapixel sensors. This double secondary sensor is not equipped with a flash, although in its favor we will say that the panel lights up in dark places to be able to take selfies without problem. In our tests we found that the results of this camera are quite good. In addition, the beauty mode works very well to eliminate different aesthetic imperfections and enhance the selfies.
The Honor 9 Lite can currently be purchased at a price of 175 euros in stores such as PC Components.
5. Huawei Nova 3i
Finally, the Huawei Nova 3i is another mid-range model that has a double camera on its front. It includes two 24 + 2 megapixel sensors with f / 2.0 aperture. This second lens will give us the possibility of taking bokeh photos, prioritizing our face against the rest of the elements of the image. The Huawei Nova 3i can be purchased in Spain through Phone House at a price of 250 euros.
Other features are dual 16 + 2 megapixel main camera, Kirin 710 processor, 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. The terminal also includes a 3,340 mAh battery and a fingerprint reader on the back.
