Top 11 Best Cheap Smartphones Under £200 - For Photography 2020
If you're looking for a smartphone with a decent camera that won't cost you an arm and a leg, then you've landed on the right page because we've lined up the
the most affordable
smartphones
nowadays,
great for
if you are on a budget
, and
looking for a smartphone under £200
.
Now these phones tend not to have the best specs in the world, but with 12/13MP cameras, the ability to record Full HD video and an abundance of
photography apps
available, these are great tools for those who just want to share images on social media or send them to friends/family via WhatsApp, email, etc. Additionally, you can connect them to a
instax printer
and print out some really cute mini instant photos that look great hanging in clothesline style frames. It's also a great first phone for nagging teens who obviously will want it.
latest and greatest devices
but in reality, parents may want to spend as little as possible on their first smart device.
At the time of writing, all of these smartphones are
available for under £200
but, of course, that can change, so some may just go over the £200 mark.
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If you have a little more cash to spend, take a look at our '
Best budget camera phones for photography under £300
.'
1. Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T
- Under £200
The mid-range smartphone market is jam-packed, making it increasingly difficult to find devices in this range that impress, but like the
Redmi Note 8T
is actually a budget smartphone, thanks to its sub-£200 cost, it doesn't have such a fight on its hands. This means that the good quality quad camera, impressive selfie camera and other decent features set it apart from the list and, thanks to the price, make it a smartphone we can easily recommend.
Of course, if you're a brand snob, you're not going to consider the Redmi Note 8T, but for someone who doesn't want to spend a lot of money and still wants a smartphone that can capture good quality images to share them online. , the Redmi Note 8T is worth considering.
There are areas where the Redmi Note 8T doesn't quite match other smartphones, but for the money you can get used to the slightly chunky design.
Overall, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T is a mid-range smartphone with a budget smartphone price.
Camera features at a glance:
48MP f/1.8 26mm (wide) PDAF, 8MP f/2.2 13mm (ultra-wide), 2MP f/2.4 (macro), 2MP f/2.4 (depth sensor), Selfie Camera: 13MP f/2.0 (wide), Video: 4K (rear only) and HD - 2160p at 30 fps, 1080p at 30/60/120 fps and 720p at 960 fps, Modes: Night, 48M, Portrait (beauty/bokeh/filter effects), Macro, HDR, AI , Panorama, Pro, Short Video, Video, Slow Motion
Available for under £160
Buy on Amazon UK
2. Huawei P Smart 2019
- Under £160
If you want to make a smart choice when buying a smartphone, don't want to spend hundreds or even thousands on a device but still want decent specs, the
Huawei P Smart 2019
well worth considering. Does it have the best camera? No, but it's not terrible at all and although it lacks some of the bells and whistles of other smartphones, for example
less than £160
, we're sure you won't miss them too much.
The captured photos are ideal for those who just want to share images on social media and don't intend to do much else with them and of course the price means you shouldn't expect to anyway at flagship quality. That said, when light levels are good, the camera works well and many creative effects (aperture mode, portrait mode, light painting, etc.) are also integrated. There's no 4K video which is a shame as some competitors offer it but the battery is pretty impressive, although the inclusion of a microUSB port isn't quite as enticing.
When it comes to the design of the smartphone, the shadow effect on the device we tested is lovely and the rounded corners/edges, along with the premium dewdrop, give the smartphone a more premium look without the price tag. .Yes, it's constructed from plastic, but it certainly doesn't look cheap - but it's prone to scratches/fingerprints, so put a case on it.
The Huawei P Smart 2019 is an affordable 'head over heart' smartphone and as long as you read the specs/features list before parting with your cash, you won't be disappointed.
Camera features at a glance:
13mp f/1.8 rear camera, with 2mp secondary camera. 8mp f/2.0 selfie camera, Pro mode, Night mode, FullHD video recording.
Available for around £140
Buy on Amazon UK
3.Nokia 5.3
- Under £150
The Nokia 5.3 is unique in that it offers the quad camera setup for a very low price. This, together with its high mAh battery, USB-C port and decent processor, makes it a powerful phone with many features found on premium mobiles.
However, the very basic camera app and easily scratched back panel let it down Image quality is good for the main camera, excellent for the macro camera, but let down by the large camera angle which has very poor distortion and produces poor detailed images. If you are desperate for the quad camera setup and don't have a very big budget then this phone might be the answer but don't expect to amazing photos. There is no manual mode and few editing possibilities in the camera. It is a great handset that comes in 3 trendy colors which should make it a hit for the younger market.
Camera features at a glance:
13mp f/1.8 rear camera, with 2mp secondary camera. 8mp f/2.0 selfie camera, Pro mode, Night mode, FullHD video recording.
Available for around £146
Buy on Amazon UK
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4.Honor 10 Lite
- Under £140
The
Honor 10 Lite
is available for
less than £170
, and impressive specs are on offer. The smartphone has a large 6.21-inch FullHD+ display with a good screen-to-body ratio, there's 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, all excellent for a small-budget smartphone. budget. There's a 13mp f/1.8 rear camera, with a 2mp bokeh camera, and the selfie camera is a 24mp f/2.0 dewdrop design, taking up less space on the front screen. FullHD video.
Camera features at a glance:
13mp f/1.8 rear camera with 2mp bokeh camera, 24mp f/2.0 dewdrop selfie camera, FullHD video recording.
Available for £139
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5.Nokia 5.1 Plus
- Under £130
The
Nokia 5.1 Plus
is a cheap smartphone,
available for under £130
, it's one of the cheapest offerings from the "main" brands. It offers 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, and there's a 13MP rear camera with a 5MP depth camera The selfie camera is an 8 megapixel camera and you can upgrade the memory with the MicroSD card slot if you need it. There is a 5.8 inch screen with a top notch design.
Camera features at a glance:
13mp f/2.0 main camera with 5mp bokeh camera, 8mp f/2.2 selfie camera, manual options, FullHD video.
Available for £130 / $149
Buy on Amazon USA
6.Huawei P30 Lite
- Under £200
The
Huawei P30 Lite
may not have as many pro-grade features as we see on the P30 Pro and other flagships, but for those who don't want to spend a lot of money on a smartphone, the price of the P30 Lite could be an attractive pull.
It's got a triple camera and, okay, the shots are a little oversaturated at times and the 48MP sensor isn't that great, but for those who just want to share footage online with friends, the P30 Lite does a decent job. Plus, the selfies are actually pretty good, so those who regularly use Snapchat or Instagram will be happy.
You get plenty of storage space, good AI features and the overall design of the P30 Lite makes it much more expensive than it is. dewdrop not only takes up less space, but also makes the smartphone cooler.
For those looking for a budget and modern smartphone that will capture decent images to share online, the Huawei P30 Lite might be on your “to consider” list.
Camera features at a glance:
48MP f/1.8 wide-angle lens, 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens and 2MP bokeh lens (supports AF). 24MP f/2.0 selfie camera, Full HD video, Pro mode, AI, portrait mode, aperture mode, 3440mAh battery
Available for £182
Buy on Amazon UK
More budget alternatives (not reviewed by ePz)
The phones listed below aren't smart devices that we've had a chance to review yet, but we've taken a close look at their specs to make sure they're smartphones worth picking up. consider if you have around £200 or less to spend.
7. Samsung Galaxy A40 - Under £200
An affordable Samsung phone, the Samsung Galaxy A40 is available for under £200 and features a 5.9-inch FullHD+ display, with a dewdrop selfie camera, offering an excellent screen-to-body ratio. There's a 3100mAh battery and a USB C connection at the bottom. There is a 16MP f/1.7 main camera and a 5MP ultra-wide camera on the back, giving you two different views, and the camera records FullHD video .There is also a 25mp f/2.0 front selfie camera.There is a generous 4GB RAM and 64GB storage.
Available for £189.
Buy on Amazon UK
8. Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 - Under £170
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is a budget offering, but offers a 48-megapixel f/1.8 main camera, which uses a Quad Bayer design, to deliver 12-megapixel images, and a 13-megapixel selfie camera. a 6.3-inch FullHD+ display, USB-C, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, and a 4000mAh battery. All impressive specs considering the price. The smartphone uses a Snapdragon 660 processor.
Available for $192.
Buy on Amazon USA
9. Samsung Galaxy A10 - Under £150
The Samsung Galaxy A10 has a 13 MP rear camera, a 5 MP selfie camera and a 6.2-inch HD+ display It has a glossy plastic finish, comes in a variety of colors and is powered by a 3400mAh battery.
Available for £121.
Buy on Amazon UK
10. Samsung Galaxy A20e - Under £150
The Galaxy A20e has a dual rear camera with a standard 13MP f/1.9 lens and a 5MP ultra-wide-angle lens. The screen measures 5.9 inches and a 3000 mAh battery is integrated.
Available for £135.
Buy on Amazon UK
11. Huawei P Smart+ 2019 - Under £160
With a large 6.21" FHD+ Dewdrop display, the Huawei P Smart+ is big enough to watch a movie or view your photos captured with the AI triple ultra-wide rear camera. Speaking of the camera, the rear setup features of a 24MP, 16MP and 2MP lens.
Available for less than £153.
Buy on Amazon UK
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