Highlights
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Tecno Camon 30 excels in HDR and selfie quality.
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OnePlus Nord CE 4 offers superior low light performance.
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Both phones capture impressive full resolution shots.
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Tecno Camon 30’s portrait mode benefits from a dedicated depth sensor.
Camera quality has become a major selling point for consumers in the smartphone market.
Today, we compare the recently released Tecno Camon 30 and the OnePlus Nord CE 4, focusing on their camera capabilities.
Both devices are the same price category and we’ll evaluate five key areas: daylight HDR, selfies, full-resolution shots, portrait mode, and low-light performance.
Daylight HDR Tecno Camon 30


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50MP primary camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
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AI-enhanced HDR
The Tecno Camon 30 delivers vibrant and well-balanced daylight HDR shots.
The AI enhancement helps in adjusting the exposure, ensuring that both shadows and highlights are properly detailed.
OnePlus Nord CE 4
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50MP primary camera
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8MP ultra-wide lens
The OnePlus Nord CE 4’s HDR performance is commendable.
The primary camera captures detailed and color-rich photos, while the ultra-wide lens provides additional versatility for landscape shots.
Verdict: The Tecno Camon 30 slightly edges out in HDR processing, thanks to its OIS and AI enhancements, which provide better stability and detail management.
Selfies
Tecno Camon 30: 50MP selfie camera
The Tecno Camon 30’s high-resolution selfie camera captures impressive details.
Skin tones are natural, and the AI beautification features enhance the overall look without overdoing it.
OnePlus Nord CE 4: 16MP front camera
The OnePlus Nord CE 4’s 16MP front camera produces clear and sharp selfies.
However, it lacks the same level of detail and refinement seen in the Tecno Camon 30’s selfies.
Verdict: The Tecno Camon 30 dominates in the selfie department, with its higher resolution sensor providing superior detail and clarity.
Full Resolution
Tecno Camon 30:50MP primary camera
At full resolution, the Tecno Camon 30’s images are rich with detail.
The OIS helps in capturing sharp photos even when zoomed in.
OnePlus Nord CE 4:50MP primary camera
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 also delivers high-quality full resolution images.
The additional ultra-wide lens offers flexibility but doesn’t enhance the primary sensor’s output.
Verdict: Both phones perform admirably in full resolution shots, but the Tecno Camon 30’s OIS gives it a slight advantage in sharpness and stability.
Portrait Mode
Tecno Camon 30: 2MP depth sensor
Portrait shots with the Tecno Camon 30 are impressive, with good edge detection and natural bokeh effect.
The depth sensor aids in accurate subject isolation.
OnePlus Nord CE 4:Dual primary cameras
The OnePlus Nord CE 4’s portrait mode produces aesthetically pleasing images with decent edge detection and background blur.
However, the dual-camera setup doesn’t significantly outperform the competition.
Verdict: The Tecno Camon 30 offers slightly better portrait shots, thanks to its dedicated depth sensor, which enhances subject separation.
Low Light Shot
Tecno Camon 30: 50MP primary camera with AI lens
In low light, the Tecno Camon 30 performs adequately, with the AI lens helping to brighten images and reduce noise.
However, it struggles to capture fine details in very dark conditions.
OnePlus Nord CE 4: 50MP primary camera
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 excels in low light conditions, producing clearer and more detailed images. The ultra-wide lens isn’t as effective in low light but provides some versatility.
Verdict: The OnePlus Nord CE 4 is the winner in low light photography, with better noise management and detail retention.
Conclusion
Both the Tecno Camon 30 and the OnePlus Nord CE 4 offer robust camera setups at competitive price points.
The Tecno Camon 30 stands out with its superior HDR processing, selfie quality, and portrait mode, making it an excellent choice for those who prioritize these features.
On the other hand, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 shines in low light photography and offers the added flexibility of an ultra-wide lens, making it a versatile option for various shooting conditions.
Ultimately, your choice will depend on which camera features matter most to you.
Tecno Camon 30 Specs
GENERAL
Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
Dual Sim | Yes |
Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
Device Type | Smartphone |
Release Date | February 27, 2024 |
DESIGN
Dimensions | 76.2 x 162.7 x 7.9 mm |
Colors | Black, Blue |
DISPLAY
Type | Color LTPO AMOLED Screen (16M Colors) |
Touch | Yes |
Size | 6.77 inches, 1264 x 2780 pixels, 120 Hz |
PPI | ~ 451 PPI |
Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 89.9% |
Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Features | Always-on display |
Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
MEMORY
RAM | 12 GB |
Expandable RAM | Upto 12 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
Storage | 512 GB |
Card Slot | No |
CONNECTIVITY
GPRS | Yes |
EDGE | Yes |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
IR Blaster | Yes |
EXTRA
GPS | Yes, with A-GPS |
Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
Face Unlock | Yes |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass |
3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
NFC | Yes |
CAMERA
Rear Camera | 50 MP (Wide Angle) 50 MP (Telephoto) 50 MP (Ultra Wide) with autofocus |
Features | HDR, Panorama |
Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
Flash | Yes, LED |
Front Camera | Punch Hole 50 MP (Wide Angle) with Dual LED Flash |
TECHNICAL
OS | Android v14 |
Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate |
CPU | 3.1 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
Core Details | 1x Cortex-A78@3.1 GHz&3xCortex-A78@3.0 GHz& 4xCortex-A55@2.0 GHz |
GPU | Arm Mali-G610 |
Java | No |
Browser | Yes |
MULTIMEDIA
Yes | |
Music | Yes |
Video | Yes |
FM Radio | Yes |
Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
Type | Non-Removable Battery |
Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
Fast Charging | Yes, 70W Fast Charging |
OnePlus Nord CE 4 5G Specs
GENERAL
Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
Dual Sim | Yes |
Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
Device Type | Smartphone |
Release Date | April 01, 2024 (Expected) |
DESIGN
Bezel less | Yes |
DISPLAY
Type | Color AMOLED Screen (1B Colors) |
Touch | Yes |
Size | 6.73 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
PPI | ~ 393 PPI |
Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 89% |
Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Features | Ambient Display, Dark Mode, AI Color Enhancement, Support sRGB, Display P3, HDR10+ |
Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
MEMORY
RAM | 8 GB |
Storage | 128 GB |
Storage Type | UFS 2.3 |
Card Slot | Yes, upto 1 TB |
CONNECTIVITY
GPRS | Yes |
EDGE | Yes |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
USB Features | USB on-the-go |
EXTRA
GPS | with GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, QZSS |
Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side |
Face Unlock | Yes |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Electronic Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Sensor Core |
3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
NFC | Yes |
Extra Features | Super Linear Speaker, Noise Cancellation Support |
CAMERA
Rear Camera | 64 MP (Main) 13 MP (Ultra Wide) 2 MP f/2.4 (Macro) with autofocus |
Features | AI Scene Enhancement, AI Hightlight Video, Dual-view Video, HDR, Nightscape, Portrait mode, Pano, Retouching, Filters |
Video Recording | 4K, 1080p, 720p |
Flash | Yes, LED |
Front Camera | Punch Hole 16 MP f/2.4 (Main) with Screen Flash |
Front Video Recording | 1080p, 720p |
TECHNICAL
OS | Android v14 |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen3 |
CPU | 2.63 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
Core Details | 1xPrime Core@2.63 GHz & 3xPerformance Cores@2.4 GHz& 4xEfficiency cores@1.8 GHz |
GPU | Adreno 720 |
Java | No |
Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 |
MULTIMEDIA
Yes | |
Music | 3GPP, ALAC, AMR, APE, FLAC, G711-ALAW, G711-MLAW, GSM, MP3, OPUS, RAW, VORBIS, PCM, WMA, AAC |
Video | 3GPP, AV1, H263, H264, H265, MP4V, MPEG2, WMV, VP8, VP9 |
FM Radio | No |
Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
Type | Non-Removable Battery |
Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
Fast Charging | Yes, 80W SUPERVOOC Charging |
FAQs
Which phone has better HDR performance, Tecno Camon 30 or OnePlus Nord CE 4?
The Tecno Camon 30 has better HDR performance due to its Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and AI enhancements.
How do the selfie cameras of Tecno Camon 30 and OnePlus Nord CE 4 compare?
The Tecno Camon 30’s 50MP selfie camera provides higher detail and clarity compared to the 16MP front camera on the OnePlus Nord CE 4.
Which device offers better low light photography, Tecno Camon 30 or OnePlus Nord CE 4?
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 excels in low light photography, producing clearer and more detailed images than the Tecno Camon 30.
Are there any differences in the portrait mode between the two phones?
The Tecno Camon 30 offers slightly better portrait shots due to its dedicated 2MP depth sensor, enhancing subject separation.
Do both phones have the same camera resolution?
Yes, both the Tecno Camon 30 and OnePlus Nord CE 4 have a 50MP primary camera, but their additional features and performance differ.
What additional camera features do these phones offer?
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 includes an 8MP ultra-wide lens, while the Tecno Camon 30 focuses on AI enhancements and OIS for better overall image quality.
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