Best Smartphone in 2025

Ricoh GR III

• Summary: Ricoh GR III is praised for its portability and excellent image quality.
• Pros: Portable, excellent image quality.
• Cons: Lacks weather sealing.

Olympus OMD EM5/EM10 Series

• Summary: Reliable option for travel photography with solid performance.
• Pros: Good for travel, solid performance.
• Cons: May lack modern features like weather sealing.

Canon R8 Mirrorless

• Summary: Lightweight mirrorless camera with full-frame capabilities and versatility.
• Pros: Lightweight, full frame, adaptable with Canon lenses.
• Cons: Mirrorless cameras may have audible mechanical shutters.

Fujifilm X100VI

• Summary: A compact option with great image quality but potentially confusing menus.
• Pros: Excellent image quality, compact design.
• Cons: Confusing menus, availability issues.

Sony A7CII

• Summary: Full-frame mirrorless camera with weather sealing and interchangeable lenses.
• Pros: Full frame, weather-sealed, interchangeable lenses.
• Cons: Size may be slightly larger than other compact options.

Panasonic Lumix LX100II

• Summary: Compact non-smartphone camera with quality images.
• Pros: Compact, good image quality, variety of lenses.
• Cons: Not as popular as Fujifilm X100V.

User Choices

• Recommendations include Fuji X100V, Sony A7CR plus primes, and Fujifilm XT3 for a one-bag setup with a complete camera system.

Other Mentioned Products

• Nikon Zf: Retro-looking camera with good features.
• OnePlus 13, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Vivo X200 Pro: Recommended for heavy gaming and overall performance in different price ranges.
• Pixel 10 Pro, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Upcoming or existing options for good pictures and gaming.
• LG G7 Thinq: Mentioned as an alternative choice.

Consumer Sentiments

• Pros: Good cameras mentioned but concerns about high game prices, lack of micro SD support, and game console costs.
• Cons: Rising game costs, lack of value for certain products, and skepticism towards new releases.