{
  "id": 890518,
  "title": "The best budget camera phones in 2026: save big money on fantastic smartphone shooters",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/the-best-budget-camera-phones-in-2026-save-big-money-on-fantastic",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-14T17:11:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Amateur Photographer",
    "slug": "amateur-photographer",
    "url": "https://amateurphotographer.com/buying-advice/best-budget-camera-phone/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the world of budget camera phones, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE stands out as the overall best option. Despite not being as top-notch as the full-sized S24 series, it still offers a powerful triple camera system when purchased at a discounted price. The phone boasts a great value proposition, featuring a larger screen than the S24, an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, and a selfie camera that lacks autofocus. Its main camera is a 50MP unit with a f/1.8 aperture and a 24mm equivalent focal length, while the ultrawide camera has a 12MP sensor with a f/2.2 aperture and a 13mm equivalent focal length. The telephoto camera comes with an 8MP sensor, a f/2.4 aperture, and a 76mm equivalent focal length, complete with optical image stabilization. Additionally, the phone captures video in 8K and 4K resolutions. The 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED 2X screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1900nits peak brightness ensures vibrant visuals. Powered by a 4700mAh battery, the device supports 25W charging and 15W wireless charging.",
  "summary": "I pick the best budget camera phones we've reviewed, with low-cost options to capture great photos and videos. The post The best budget camera phones in 2026: save big money on fantastic smartphone shooters appeared first on Amateur Photographer .",
  "key_points": [
    "Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is top budget camera phone",
    "50MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture, 24mm equivalent",
    "8K and 4K video capture supported"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}