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OnePlus 13 vs Vivo X200 Camera Test

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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.

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
  • 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.

Daylight Performance

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. 

Ultra-Wide Camera

Both phones feature a 50 MP ultra-wide sensor, but with different Samsung sensors—JN5 on the OnePlus 13 and JN1 on the Vivo X200. The OnePlus outputs at 14.6 MP, while the Vivo delivers 14.28 MP.

Like the main cameras, both ultra-wide sensors produce natural and neutral colours. However, the Vivo’s images tend to have higher contrast, making them appear slightly processed or “cooked” in some cases. This processing also affects shadow and highlight details.

Overall, both cameras perform well, though the OnePlus still exhibits a slight reddish tint in some images. Sharpness on zooming in is again better on the OnePlus, while distortion control is good on both. 

Telephoto Camera

The OnePlus 13 uses a Triprism lens, while the Vivo X200 opts for a periscope lens. Both feature a 50 MP sensor with 3x optical zoom, but Vivo has downgraded its telephoto sensor from 64 MP in the X100 to 50 MP in the X200. The OnePlus features the Sony LYT-600, while the Vivo has the Sony IMX882 and they both offer different zoom ranges as well. The OnePlus can zoom up to 120x, while the Vivo maxes out at 100x.

Here, Vivo produces slightly underexposed images but delivers better sharpness at higher zoom levels. Colour consistency is also more reliable on the Vivo, though OnePlus has improved in this area compared to its previous models.

A great example of this is the Vistara logo test—on the OnePlus, the logo appears slightly blackish instead of its original maroon colour, whereas Vivo reproduces the colour more accurately. However, at maximum focal range, both phones produce over-processed images, making extreme zoom largely impractical.

Low-Light Performance

Both phones have impressive low-light capabilities, as noted in my previous reviews.

Main Camera: Both deliver sharp, well-saturated images. Vivo’s high contrast makes images look more vibrant and pleasing to the eye, but OnePlus still retains better sharpness when zooming in.

Ultra-Wide Camera: OnePlus images exhibit a slight reddish tint, but its distortion control is better than Vivo’s.

Telephoto Camera: The Vivo once again shines at higher zoom levels, maintaining sharpness and consistency, while OnePlus struggles with colour accuracy.

Front Camera

They both use a 32-MP camera at the front which also shoots 4k upto 60 fps. The images from both are sharp and decent, but the OP has a better performance overall. In terms of video as well – there is a slight cool tone to the output from the Vivo, while the OP delivers more natural result. The sound recording and output also is better in the OP.

Portraits

In portraits both the phones offer 5 focal ranges to shoot at, but the Vivo goes upto 100x whereas the OP will go to a max of 85mm. 

In terms of performance both are pretty good. The output is sharp and detailed in both cases and the colour accuracy is also good. The images are vibrant and well saturated. The edge detection performance is also decent in both cases. But there is visible skin smoothening in the Vivo despite the setting being off. At higher focal range there is a slight reddish and yellowish tinge in both the cameras as well. But what I liked is that the images are sharper as you move to higher zoom. 

In lowlight as well the performance is good and in a studio environment – both the phones perform really well. The bokeh performance is better on the Vivo in this case, but due to the skin smoothening in some cases the images do look slightly cooked. In this case there is very little to choose between them.  

Video Performance

Both phones support 4K 60fps recording with fast autofocus, and the OnePlus even shoots 8K30. Vivo’s footage has higher contrast, while OnePlus delivers more saturated colours in low light, making it look more visually appealing.

Verdict 

Both phones have their strengths. Vivo X200 offers better low-light performance, stronger telephoto zoom and more consistent colour reproduction in telephoto. While OnePlus 13 delivers sharper main camera images, better contrast, no skin smoothening in portraits, and an overall more fluid user experience, especially with its new processor and display.

While the Vivo X200 is a good camera phone, as a complete package, the OnePlus 13 is simply better. Its overall user experience, display quality and software refinements make it the superior choice, especially after recent updates that addressed previous concerns that I had.

Watch our review video:

Vivo X200 Review: Is It Worth It?

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The Vivo X200 series has arrived with a blend of exciting updates and its ongoing collaboration with Zeiss for the cameras. Sporting a triple 50-MP camera setup and a price tag of ₹65,999, Vivo hopes to capture consumers’ attention with its latest offering. But does it deliver? Let’s dive in.

Look, Body, and Feel

Before we get into the cameras, let’s talk about design. The Vivo X200 embraces a flatter profile this time, and I must say, the grip feels excellent. The display is slightly smaller than the X100, and the phone sits comfortably in the hand while maintaining an impressive, modern aesthetic.
That said, the textured edge of the camera module on the back feels awkward. It’s uncomfortable for your finger to rest on – something a cover partially remedies but doesn’t eliminate completely. It’s a small hiccup in an otherwise great in-hand experience.

Camera Setup

The Vivo X200 features a triple 50-MP camera array, complete with the familiar Vario-Tessar label:

Still from our review video
  • Main Camera: 50 MP | Sony IMX921 sensor | CIPA 4.5 stabilization
  • Ultrawide Camera: 50 MP | Samsung JN1 sensor
  • Telephoto Camera: 50 MP | Sony IMX882 sensor | 3x optical zoom | 100x digital zoom |
  • 15 cm macro
  • Front Camera: 32 MP | Ultra-Wide f/2

Also notable is Vivo’s VCS Camera-Bionic Spectrum 2.0 and Super Hard AR Coating on the lenses, alongside the Mediatek Dimensity 9400 processor powering this phone.

Daylight Performance

Main Camera

The main camera shoots at 14.3 MP (23mm) resolution and delivers vibrant, well-saturated images. Shots come out crisp and sharp, even when shooting against the sun. However, you may notice slight lens flaring and over-processing when zooming in, which can reduce overall clarity. Still, the camera handles shadows and highlights decently, brightening darker areas effectively.

Ultrawide Camera

The ultrawide camera uses the Samsung JN1 sensor, capturing shots at 14.28 MP. The natural mode produces pleasing colours with solid saturation and tones. As with the main camera, flaring is noticeable, and over-processing sneaks in when zooming into the details. While shadows and highlights hold up well, slight edge distortion is evident in wide-angle shots.

Telephoto Camera

The telephoto lens drops from 64 MP (X100) to 50 MP. Images shot at 14.3 MP (2X) showcase decent sharpness but are inconsistent at higher focal lengths. Some shots display a reddish tinge and visible over-processing, especially at maximum zoom. That said, most users will appreciate the ability to zoom in – a feature heavily marketed but still inconsistent across Android devices.

Low-Light Performance

Low-light shooting reveals some inconsistencies across the cameras.

Main Camera: Produces sharp, detailed images with excellent colour saturation and reproduction. Even when zoomed in, the results remain impressive.

Ultrawide Camera: Images are slightly underexposed and less saturated compared to the main sensor. Details start to fade on closer inspection, though the colour tones remain appealing.

Telephoto Camera: At 46mm, sharpness holds up, but over-processing is evident. At 3x optical zoom (70mm), underexposure and reddish tones creep in. Moving into digital zoom, performance drops significantly, with yellowish colour shifts and visible noise – a common issue with most phones.

Front Camera

The 32-MP front camera (same as the X100) delivers sharp, detailed selfies. Portraits are clear, with good edge detection and decent background blur. However, zooming to 2x requires a manual pinch-to-zoom, which may confuse users accustomed to dedicated zoom icons.

Portrait Mode

Vivo offers five focal lengths (from 23mm to 100mm) with Zeiss templates for added creative control. Portraits shot in daylight deliver pleasing colours and good saturation. However, noticeable skin smoothening occurs below 85mm, even in the “natural” mode – a surprising find. At 100mm, though, textures appear more realistic. Edge detection and bokeh
quality remain consistent across lighting conditions, with attractive, rounded bokeh in the background. Distortion at extreme focal lengths is noticeable but typical for portrait lenses.

New Features

The Street Photography Camera template is a notable addition for photography enthusiasts. Double-pressing the volume down button opens a Pro-mode-like menu with spot metering (a feature that actually works). While promising, it’s hard to see casual users making full use of it.

Video

The Vivo X200 supports 4K video recording at 60fps, delivering stable, high-quality footage. Autofocus is quick and reliable, and portrait video mode performs decently, though background blur appears artificial at times.

Macro Mode

The super macro mode allows close-up shots with commendable results. Interestingly, the final images look far better than the live preview, indicating strong processing power but weak real-time representation – something Vivo should improve.

Battery and Display

The 5,800mAh battery is a significant upgrade from the X100’s 5,000mAh capacity. It also introduces India’s first Semi-Solid-State Battery, which minimizes heating during heavy usage. In real-world testing, the phone stayed surprisingly cool, though the chilly weather might have helped.

Verdict

The Vivo X200 cameras are a mixed bag. On the plus side, they deliver:
• Vibrant colours and excellent tonal range
• Strong macro performance
• Solid video capabilities
• Impressive battery life
However, the phone falls short in:
• Colour consistency across lenses
• Aggressive skin smoothening in portrait mode (below 85mm)
• Over-processing at higher zoom levels
At ₹65,999, consumers expect a robust, consistent performance across all cameras. While software updates could fix some of these issues, as it stands, the Vivo X200 raises questions despite its promising features. If Vivo addresses these concerns, they could have a winner on their hands.