Many smartphone users now prioritize camera quality as one of the key factors before purchasing a phone.
At the lower end, the Samsung Galaxy A06 (KSh 11,900) remains one of the most affordable 5G-enabled devices, featuring a 50MP main camera and a 5000mAh battery.
Affordable Camera-Focused Phones Under KSh 30,000
The gadget shop notes that the Samsung Galaxy A07 (KSh13,400) features a 50MP primary sensor paired with a depth lens, targeting basic photography users seeking improved clarity at an affordable price.
In the sub-KSh20,000 category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 (KSh16,800) and Galaxy A17 (KSh20,000) offer more balanced camera setups, including multiple rear sensors and improved selfie and social media cameras.
In the KSh22,000 to KSh30,000 range, listings from a local gadget shop show increasing competition, with manufacturers introducing more advanced imaging features.
The Samsung Galaxy A3 (KSh22,800) offers a 50MP main camera and fast charging, while the Vivo Y29 (KSh22,900) comes with a 50MP dual-camera system and a large 6500mAh battery.
According to Gadget Kenya, the Redmi Note 15 (KSh26,500) stands out in this segment with a 108MP main camera, targeting users who prioritize high-resolution photography at a budget price.
Similarly, the Poco M7 Pro (KSh28,500) features a 50MP main camera with OIS (optical image stabilization), improving low-light performance and video stability.
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Smartphones With Good Cameras in Kenya
Here is the summary of affordable phones with good cameras:
| Model | Rear Camera | Front Camera | RAM / Storage | Price (KSh) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy A06 | 50MP + 2MP depth | 8MP | 4GB / 6GB – 128GB | 11,900 |
| Samsung Galaxy A07 | 50MP + 2MP depth | 8MP | 4GB – 64GB | 13,400 |
| Samsung Galaxy A16 | 50MP + 5MP + 2MP | 13MP | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB – 128GB / 256GB | 16,800 |
| Samsung Galaxy A17 | 50MP + 5MP + 2MP (OIS) | 13MP | 4GB – 128GB | 20,000 |
| Oppo A3 | 50MP main | 5MP | 6GB / 8GB – 128GB / 256GB | 22,800 |
| Vivo Y29 | 50MP + 2MP | 8MP | 6GB / 8GB – 128GB / 256GB | 22,900 |
| Redmi Note 15 | 108MP + 2MP | 20MP | 8GB – 256GB | 26,500 |
| Poco M7 Pro | 50MP (OIS) + 2MP | 20MP | 8GB / 12GB – 256GB / 512GB | 28,500 |
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