Image noise and video issues resulted in points deduction
Despite delivering mostly accurate exposure and colour reproduction in photos, the triple-camera setup on this premium mid-range phone underwhelms in nearly all other areas. HDR videos were often underexposed and exhibited a pinkish tint, indicating unreliable white balance. The tiny sensors also produced noisy photos and video, even in daylight.
Using portrait mode with bokeh simulation led to a noticeable loss of detail across the entire image. Unpleasant artefacts also frequently appeared when capturing moving subjects. According to DxOMark, those seeking a high-quality camera system at a mid-range price would be better off purchasing the Xiaomi 15, Google Pixel 10 or Xiaomi 14T rather than the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE.