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The mobile camera has become one of the elements that users take the most into account when making their purchase. The quality of our photos will be vital to make our posts on Facebook or Instagram more valued. But not only the photography matters: the videos recorded with the mobile must also have a high quality to get many views.
In fact, mobile technology has advanced so far that the highest ranges of mobiles can record at levels high enough to shoot a quality video clip or commercial. Therefore, if what you want is to get a mobile that records with professional quality, we will select the five best. We will take into account elements such as video resolution, stabilizer and the possibility of accessing effects such as slow motion.
iPhone 8 Plus
The continuation of the iPhone 7 Plus recently presented by Apple does not seem to offer radical changes compared to its predecessor. However, the improvement of the camera and its video functions are one of the elements to highlight. Its double rear camera of 12 +12 megapixels and aperture f / 1.8 and f / 2.2 respectively can count on the privilege of being the first that can record in 4K (2160p) at 6th fps. In slow motion you can record up to 240 fps, yes, in Full HD resolution (1080p).
Besides, it includes image stabilizer for video and zoom up to 6x. The front camera is 7 megapixels, it also includes an image stabilizer and can record in Full HD at 30 fps, and up to 240 fps, but in HD resolution (720p). If you want it, as of September 22, its pre-sale begins, for 920 as the most basic price.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
The latest from Samsung is not short on video quality either. Its double 12 + 12 megapixel camera with aperture f / 1.7 and f / 2.4 respectively allows recording in 4K at a maximum of 3rd fps. There are rumors that a software update will allow you to get this resolution up to 60fps, but they have yet to be confirmed. Currently you can record at 1080p 60fps and slow motion (240fps) but at 720p, HD.
Apart from OIS stabilization and optical zoom, the camera of the Galaxy Note 8 includes a mode called Live Focus, which approaches the double objective to deliver video Bokeh effect. We can choose the level of blur for the background, giving a more cinematic touch to the shot. Regarding the front camera, the sensor it includes is 8 megapixels, with aperture f / 1.7. It can record at 1440p in 30fps, so it doesn't get to Full HD. If you are interested, the Galaxy Note 8 costs 1,000 euros.
Huawei Mate 9
Huawei's Mate family surprised us all with this excellent Huawei Mate 9. One of its strengths, its double camera (20 + 12 megapixels) with aperture f / 2.2, allows us to record video in 4k at 30 fps, and in Full HD (1080p) at 60 fps. Slow motion mode is included, albeit at 720p resolution.
On the other hand, the Huawei Mate 9 has one of the highest bit rates on the market (the quality with which each frame of the video is recorded) with 50MB per second in 4K resolution. It also has a six-axis OIS optical stabilizer, also one of the most complete in the sector.
The front camera, meanwhile, has a resolution of 8 megapixels and aperture f / 1.9. You can record video at 30 fps with 1080p resolution. Its price is around 500 euros, more affordable than the previous ones.
Sony Xperia XZ1
The Sony Xperia XZ1 is the only one on the list that does not include a dual camera. However, it was essential to put it on our list as it has a characteristic that makes it unique. It is the mobile that supports super slow motion recording (960 fps) in HD resolution. This mode allows you to create aesthetic effects in a resolution that is still good.
For the rest, the Xperia XZ1's camera has a 19-megapixel sensor, and can record in 4K quality at 30 fps, and in Full HD at 60 fps. The front camera is 13 megapixels and allows recording in Full HD at 30 fps. The Sony Xperia XZ1 is already on sale, and can be purchased for 700 euros.
LG V30
Lastly, we have the LG V30. The latest from LG includes a 16 + 13 megapixel dual camera with apertures f / 1.6 and f / 1.9, respectively. You can record in Full HD at 30 fps, at 1080p at 60 fps and up to 120 fps at 72o pixels. Among its most interesting features, HDR in the video, the Point Zoom mode and a 24-bit / 192kHz audio recording in stereo, marking the difference with other terminals.
The front camera is the least powerful of the selection: it has 5 megapixels and f / 2.2 aperture. Of course, you can record in Full HD. The LG V30 has not yet arrived in our country, but it is expected to do so imminently, for a price close to 800 euros.
As we can see, it is in all cases of tall phones, with price ranges between 500 and 1,000 euros. The good news is that if we are interested in the video camera, the investment will be profitable. Now you can prepare yourself for the most professional travel and communion videos that you can imagine, and even take your first steps in the cinema.
