OnePlus 13 vs Vivo X200 Camera Test

The semi-premium camera phone segment is a highly competitive space, with manufacturers continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation. Over the years, these devices have become more feature-packed - and more expensive. Both the OnePlus 13 and Vivo X200 come with a triple-camera setup, making the camera system a key factor in their appeal. Today, I'll find out which of these two delivers the better camera performance.

- BHAVYA DESAI

Camera Setup OnePlus 13 Camera Setup:

• 50 MP triple-camera system, co-developed with Hasselblad

• Main Camera: Sony LYT-808 (same as Oppo X8 Pro), features ALC coating

• Ultrawide Camera: Samsung JN5

• Telephoto Camera: Sony LYT-600

• Front Camera: 32 MP Sony IMX615, doubles as an island (b-roll)

• Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite

Vivo X200 Camera Setup:

• 50 MP triple-camera system with Vario Tessar branding

• Main Camera: Sony IMX921 sensor

• Ultrawide Camera: Samsung JN1 sensor

• Telephoto Camera: Sony IMX882 (3x optical zoom | 100x digital zoom | 15cm macro)

• Front Camera: 32 MP ƒ/2 (Ultra Wide)

• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9400

Since my initial review in the January 2025 issue, both phones have received multiple software updates. If you want to check out that review, you can visit our website.

Main Camera

Both phones feature a 50 MP sensor, but the OnePlus 13 outputs images at 14.6 MP, while the Vivo X200 outputs at 14.3 MP. The OnePlus uses the Sony LYT-808 sensor, whereas the Vivo houses the IMX921 sensor.

In terms of image quality, both phones produce noticeable differences. The OnePlus 13 tends to have a slight reddish tint, whereas the Vivo X200's images appear slightly underexposed. However, the OnePlus excels in sharpness and zoom performance, producing crisp details even in shadows and highlights. Both cameras deliver well-saturated images with a good tonal range, but at times, OnePlus photos can look slightly flat and neutral.

When shooting against the light, the OnePlus 13 handles lens flares much better, which I confirmed through multiple tests.