In 2025, flip phones are evolving rapidly, with thinner designs, larger cover screens, and longer-lasting batteries. 
But are their cameras improving too? To find out, we compared two of the most popular flip phones: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the Motorola Razr Ultra. Both phones offer impressive photo quality, but each has its strengths and weaknesses.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Motorola Razr Ultra both feature dual-camera systems that deliver fantastic results, but neither includes a telephoto lens-something typically found on traditional slab phones. This means zoom quality is decent at lower zoom levels but deteriorates quickly at higher levels. Let’s break down the specs and see how they perform in real-world photo situations.
Camera Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 | Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Main Camera | 50 MP, F1.8 aperture, 24mm focal length, 1/1.56″ sensor | 50 MP, F1.8 aperture, 24mm focal length, 1/1.56″ sensor |
| Ultra-wide Camera | 12 MP, F2.2 aperture, 13mm focal length | 50 MP, F2.0 aperture, 12mm focal length |
| Front Camera | 10 MP | 50 MP |
Both phones boast a similar-sized main camera sensor (1/1.56″), smaller than the typical 1/1.3″ sensors found on premium devices like the iPhone Pro Max and Galaxy Ultra. However, the ultra-wide cameras on both devices use even smaller sensors, which can impact overall image quality.
Despite these similarities, the absence of a dedicated telephoto lens is noticeable, especially when zooming in on distant objects. While the 1X to 3X zoom quality is acceptable, the further you zoom, the more detail you lose.
Photo Comparison
Here are a few sample shots from each phone:
- Main Camera: The Flip 7 and Razr Ultra both capture vibrant and sharp images, but the Flip 7 tends to retain more detail when zooming in.
- Portrait Mode: Both phones offer great portrait mode, but the Razr Ultra seems to have an edge in creating more natural-looking bokeh.
- Ultra-wide Camera: Both phones provide solid ultra-wide shots, though the Flip 7 slightly edges out the Razr Ultra in terms of detail retention.
- Zoom Quality: At 3X zoom, both phones perform adequately. However, the Flip 7 stands out when zooming further, like at 5X or 10X, where the Razr Ultra starts losing too much detail.
- Selfies: The Razr Ultra’s 50 MP front camera delivers superior detail, especially for selfies, compared to the Flip 7’s 10 MP camera.
Conclusion
So, which phone takes better photos? While the Razr Ultra has an advantage in certain areas like selfies and portrait mode, the Flip 7 holds its ground in zoom quality and overall image retention. Ultimately, it depends on your priorities. If you care about the best zoom performance, the Flip 7 might be the better option. However, if you’re into selfies or portrait photography, the Razr Ultra could be the way to go.