iPhone 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Camera Comparison

[@GrantLikesTech]

Hey everyone, let me know if you like the screen recording of capturing the photos or if you feel it's not needed. I tried to show the experience of taking some shots, so you can see if the objects were moving, shutter speed, image processing times, etc. Thanks!

[@bendror8302]

I loved it, keep it up

[@bhatts18]

Nice addition! Please include in your future videos too… Especially lowlight scenarios…

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks for the feedback

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks Ben!

[@rolins3279]

Yes really cool 👍🏽.

[@treasurem2491]

Am I the only one who loves the samsungs video quality better. It has better contrast imo.

[@solomonblankson6404]

We're getting to a point where people won't really care about cameras anymore coz you can't go wrong with either the difference will be social media camera

[@C.Dynamo]

🍏💪🏻

[@rainiervillareal2743]

Phone cameras have gotten so good its hard to pick a winner outright! Both have really comparable images and video. The S21 portrait video kinda surprised me it looked so crisp compared to the iphone. Main takeaway really is consumers don't need to worry much anymore about the difference in camera performance between android and ios since they're so close in quality now so its all about choosing an OS now. Prolly still an edge to the iphone in video quality though.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Very true, main differentiation manufacturers are going for now are low light/night mode, long range zoom and "cinematic" style video. If you don't need or want any of that, then you're good with phone cameras from up to 3 years back at least.

[@ashleybishton742]

I like android operating system better than IOS. Can do much much more with android IMO but that depends on use case really. What you want from your phone determines what operating system you should go for. Agree with the cameras too. Sharp pics on both phones.

[@brandonhoffman6608]

Wish more people thought like you rather than critizing people on their phone choice

[@rainiervillareal2743]

@@brandonhoffman6608 when you follow the tech scene for a while people should really realize no phone is perfect. In the end its always gonna be about what phone fits your use case and hardware/software preferences the best

[@부계1-h8m]

I mean for detecting edge of people the galaxy do much better but the fact is that iphone's cinematic mode works on every object while the portrait video on galaxy only works for human

[@DIY2505]

As a PC user I’ve craved the personalisation, settings, look and feel of android. The last Galaxy I had was an S3. Since then I’ve been on iPhone and it’s been great but what I’ve noticed is with software updates my phone battery struggled and it wasn’t as responsive. I’ve now decided if Apple forced my hand to upgrade from my iPhone 11, I will go back to Samsung and be super excited about it.

[@RJMRD]

Really tough to differentiate both. I'm just gonna say pick the one the suits you to your liking you'll really find a hard time finding out which camera is better. Really great review well done.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks, it's always individual preference but still fun to compare. 😃

[@ET_Matrix2030]

Great execution of the whole video 👌🏼 This is how comparison videos should be done ⭐️

[@ET_Matrix2030]

Can u also show us the portraits using the new 3x lens ? Heard that it gives the bokeh effect very similar to the bokeh effect of a dslr.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks, much appreciated

[@piranha7719]

This guy out a lot of work into this video. Thank you. They are soooo close. Hate to say, I lean slightly to the S21 on photos. Video goes to the iphone. I have the 13 mini.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks, I also like my 13 mini.

[@Angel_Peg]

I'm confused ppl are praising the saturation on the iphones now but when galaxy where more saturated it wasn't good.

[@dpgofficialchannel4231]

EXACTLY!

[@MoMo-pd5hu]

Super comparison !!! Big, big LIKE !!!! I think the iPhone has a lot of work to do to match Samsung's photo performance. At least the ultra-wide and sound part seems to be completely out of control on the iPhone 13, compared to the Samsung S21. On the other hand, I did not notice such a visible improvement even in the case of night photography. For now, this is the situation, maybe iPhone, with some software updates, will improve photo quality.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks, definitely marginal improvements for the iPhone which is expected but not as big as Apple's claims to me.

[@TheProappStudent]

thanks for this video, been looking all over for a video that just show the capabilties of the s21 portrait video.... you just go my sub

[@GrantLikesTech]

Glad you found it helpful, welcome aboard!

[@valpal2598]

other bloggers do: reviews Grant do: exactly what people want Thanks for great comparison

[@Trdrsvw]

I love that you show us how the photo is being processed. We can see the magic happening lol Especially s21, from okay-ish photo to great. It's crazy it's like magic.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks for the feedback. In thought it be interesting and helpful to show. Glad you think so too.

[@AndrewHahaLee]

Photos from the main rear cameras are already very good on most phones. What really differentiates the strength between these 2 phones are the ultrawide, front cameras and night time - all of which is more superior on the S21. Sure, we don't need 100 over megapixels, but a larger resolution camera does provide more raw data for the image processor to work with.

[@Verberus]

Actually I can say that the iPhone 13 has a better night mode from most comparisons I’ve seen, by a big margine actually

[@NLJasonToddsToes]

@Dutch Dude it depends i was testing the selfie of the 13 pro vs s21 and the iphone selfie made me look orange. sometimes it makes the colors on skin too vibrant to thw point where it adds colors

[@bendror8302]

Excellent as always, I preferred the Samsung photos the photos on the iPhone are not pleasing to the eye, there is too much sharpness.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks Ben, I know you're more of a Pixel guy but that comparison will eventually get done.

[@bendror8302]

@@GrantLikesTech 🙏

[@AS01SDN]

Hahahah fool

[@kaevf04]

A thing that I really appreciate is the photographic styles in the iphone, the way that you can edit the processing of the colors is mad simple and effective, but with all the features that the s21 provides, I think the samsung is better value with the portrait modes and zoom lens, although the iphone is much better at video processing

[@gao1812]

OMG video quality so much better on the S21. I was blown away by front facing video and portrait video on it just wow 👌 Subscribing

[@AS01SDN]

No

[@CashCollecta]

Hello no front facing video stabilization is shaky asf on the s21

[@ahmedabdelfattah1747]

@@CashCollecta you have to sell your iphone and buy samsung s21 because its away better , sorry for that

[@CashCollecta]

@@ahmedabdelfattah1747 lol s21 is garbage and I hate android

[@gustyrider492]

I notice low light photos on ultra wide angle camera clearly better on s21, grear comparison as usual.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks!

[@CashCollecta]

I disagree I think they look more natural and less noisy compared to the s21

[@jmatoo98]

In photografy S21 performs better but in video section iphone 13 is more efficient

[@danielfrancis2528]

Great video grant, I agree with comments below it's a matter of preference I have the s21 by the way 😀

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks Daniel! Always appreciate your support. Hope you're enjoying the S21.

[@RobsonFrancoOfficial]

You just did the most fair camera comparison I've ever seen! 👏🏻 Great job! Keep up with the good work! ⚒ 👏🏻 In my opinion besides I'm an Android user, the iPhone has done a great work, especially in videos the iPhone it's a clear winner without a doubt. The 21 it's overall a really good device but when it comes to more "true to life" videos and pictures, the iPhone is better, by a little margin in pictures but a clear winner in videos! Really impressive! 👏🏻

[@miroslavhristov2380]

I think it would be very interesting to compare the S22 or S22 + against the standard Iphone 13 !. In my opinion, this would be the main battle in the market for the standard user who is not ready to afford Pro or Ultra

[@yasintushar3436]

I couldn't find this one from our local store and my brother got me this full in retail box from My World Phone

[@mic3443]

Samsung team ✋✋ iPhone is always preferred because of the camera, while Samsung has many features that pamper its users But samsung camera is now very comparable to iphone

[@nenehawabarry3253]

Thank for the work you do

[@RachaelMensah-i2k]

S21 takes the lead

[@ahmeto.513]

Amazing review, very professional and satisfying. Thank you:)

[@DigitalVanquish]

The video stabilisation was stronger on the iPhone 13, and the rear camera night-time videos were clearly better on the iPhone 13 - the S21 had a lot of noise. But surprisingly, overall, I think the S21 genuinely looked better. Some shots were a bit over-saturated, but no more than some from the iPhone 13. Turning off scene optimisation, if it wasn't already off, would help alleviate that. Because of the night-time video difference, I guess the iPhone 13 wins as an overall package...? (never owned an iPhone; only a Motorola and then Samsungs). But you really can't go wrong with either of them. I don't tend to take night-time videos anyway, and playing with the brightness slider may assist with the noise.

[@sriharsha8062]

Between s21 and oneplus 9 pro which would you pick for camera?

[@armaansingh3204]

S21

[@thedude6867]

Great Comparison. Samsung is definitely better. Maybe only Video is better on iPhone, but Samsung still improved. And not to forget S21 is almost one year old when iPhone is new generation.

[@sp6184]

Great video, thank you!!

[@kevinwalter5083]

Would the new Oneplus photos be more color accurate than these two? Thanks Grant.

[@GrantLikesTech]

I don't believe so since to my eyes the OP 9 Pro has actually gotten less color accurate with all the updates. Might have to do that comparison if I can too since I've compared it to most other phones this year.

[@LipoJan]

Super video! Very analytic, thorough and clarifying comparison. It could set the "standard" for this type of videos! Many thanks. The only test not taken is night mode with stable camera but moving object. Galaxy seems to be slightly better in many cases but NOT in night mode moving video where stabilizer does not respond at all for a decent presentable result (even motorola one action way-older gives me better results). So the test of, lets say a performer moving in front of a stable camera in night mode would be informative!

[@bay69580]

Hello man..your work is simply amazing...never back down! Watching from Senegal Thanks a lot...... Subscribed too

[@sajjad6983]

S21 still did good job in front of iphone 13, great.. Nice comparison buddy... Thanks.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks, glad you liked it.

[@bigboi7209]

You really did well I like the video

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@sabujbarua6883]

Both are equally best but I prefer s21

[@GrantLikesTech]

Fair enough

[@artdogg50]

Most regular shots I couldn't see much of a difference, including the zoom lenses. Iphone low light had pretty good detail but I couldn't see it that well. Samsung low light was often pretty bright, but details seemed poor or overblown. Ultra-wide was clearly better on the Samsung.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks Artdog, appreciate the solid breakdown and your continued support.

[@anonymousperson5441]

Just reduced time in night mode

[@kshitijbadachi5754]

I have been using note 20 since one year and Iam amazed by its performance I believe s22 has same set of cameras

[@alibekyuldashev414]

S21 zo'rligini yana bir marotaba shu brat isbotlab berdila✊ Rahmat

[@deleqtronica8733]

The iPhone captures slightly more detail but the difference is negligible, i was expecting the iPhone to perform better if im being honest

[@760mom]

Great video. Thank you

[@rvalmonte8365]

Hi! Can you also compare regular iphone 13 vs iphone 12 PRO? 🙂🙂🙂

[@GrantLikesTech]

Would be similar to the 13 vs 13 pro I did. I do plan to compare the 13, 12 & 11 iPhone cameras though.

[@iamgauravsharma___]

U haven't tested portrait video on rear camera 😭😭😭,plz do it awsm vudeo by d way

[@cristian7599]

He tenido que poner a pantalla dividida éste video junto con la comparativa del Pixel 5a 5G ya que mi presupuesto es de 769$ para el S21 versión SnapDragon, 641$ para el Pixel 5a 5G y de 1204$ para el iPhone13 Y en definitiva el Pixel 5a 5G sale ganador tomando en cuenta sólo el apartado fotográfico. Si bien es cierto que los pixel's envejecen bien con el tiempo, sino miremos a los 2,3 y 4XL algo que posiblemente le juegue en contra al Pixel, sea su procesador. Pero al igual que apple, Google sabe cómo optimizar Android a los Google. pero sin duda para el que tenga los presupuestos para estos 3 teléfonos. estará más que concento con su compra. GRACIAS por esta comparativa, personalmente me ayudó a elegir lo mejor por mi dinero. GRAN TRABAJO, muy detallista y meticuloso. todo un PRO!

[@DANIELCHUKWUKERE]

The thing is, the samsung S21 is using a very old sensor from 2019 in the Galaxy S10 series. The iphone 13 has a sensor from iphone 12 pro Max which was a big deal at the time it came out. Lol

[@fionadavies7732]

Thank you so much for this video! It's helped me make up my mind for what phone I want 🥰😁

[@GrantLikesTech]

Glad it was helpful, which did you decide on?

[@fionadavies7732]

@@GrantLikesTech The Samsung Galaxy S21!! I was highly persuaded because of the colours too though haha (got the pink one). I do want an iPhone one day, but think I'll wait 2-3 years for a better model! :)

[@chuckinola]

Ur S21 lens was dirty or the case covers the camera. Theres a white tint that shouldn't be there

[@chiraggupta9198]

What location are these beautiful

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks, this was shot in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. South bay to be more precise.

[@marcopn1174]

Did you use the snapdragon or exynos version? The latter would explain the horrible video stabilization, like dxomark pointed it out also. Selfie and portrait mode in the samsung also very bad, lets you look like a zombie. In other areas the galaxy feels like good value for the price.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Snapdragon

[@ivarkraft]

If camera quality is a bit of a personal preference (more/less vivid, more/less blurred skin lines) then audio is pretty different here. iPhone has better video for front facing camera, while main cameras audio performance for Samsung is a way better. So it's also thing to consider - depends who's using more for video chat, who more filming others.

[@kankantona9070]

samsung's telephoto seems worked quite well despite digital zoom, maybe they get a strong algorithm; iphone definitely show its weakness as it neither have a high-res lens nor telephoto

[@Superantoniogalaxy]

Me personally,I like the S21's camera cause it feels like it brings out more color.While the iphone 13 is good,I think that its more sharper with texture than color.

[@abalter]

This was an amazing video! I'm trying to decide between the two phones, and camera performance is really important to me. I can see how the capturing of the capturing would be great for some people and not others. For people a bit more savvy about how they take pictures it gives a great sense of the user experience. For someone like me who is mostly going to just grab a and shoot, it doesn't offer a lot. That being said, because I'm a genXer, I have a bit more attention span. The genZers might get a little impatient. I think it's really up to you!

[@deej9304]

Damn! Good stuff

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks!

[@samchu5890]

I really don't care about the camera. I use my phone for work as a scanner. Scanning prices and location for items. The S21 battery is better than the iPhone. Android don't have problem with their batteries. Some iPhone after a couple of years. Battery won't charge to 100 percent. My brother has that problem. It only charges to around 90 percent.

[@stevestrong5075]

Samsung i have s21 ultra but cant go wrong with either 1 it all comes down to what people perfer

[@vj_great551]

S21 so much detail especially on the duck

[@stephkm3655]

it is exynos or snapdragon?

[@GrantLikesTech]

Snapdragon

[@Fligi22]

Iphone is better and more natural in portrait shots + better video quality, more consistent

[@menyaaunplugged]

iPhone 13 video generally has better video stability. Apart from that both phones did pretty well in all aspects.

[@rafref]

you are the best. Thanks

[@williamsf109]

Thank you very much ❣️

[@GrantLikesTech]

You're welcome

[@ismailchongera9812]

S21 is the best

[@LordAngelus]

clearly not

[@GrantLikesTech]

@@LordAngelus to each their own

[@armaansingh3204]

@@LordAngelus shut up u apple fanboi

[@LordAngelus]

@@armaansingh3204 🤡

[@Mamtorad]

​@@LordAngelusRemember one thing. For Ios you are just user. For Android you are admin. Second one, Apple slow down devices ich update. Samsung never. Even s10 work like rocket today. Old 5 years. Take apple from 5 years old on last update. And tell me what is better.

[@gandalfmeg3298]

Very good comparison.

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks

[@PTYC933]

S21 is last year? Are we in 2022 already?

[@CurtNicolas-t9h]

Thanks to this review sir

[@IfeCastro]

Audio sounds better on iPhone due to its ability to cancel background noise better

[@sandipgangadhare4795]

I don’t know why but in KZbin comparison Samsung s21 gives neck to neck competition to iphone13 but in real life my s21 feels lacking compared my friends iphone13.. what might be the reason? In India Samsung sells s21 with exynos chip and not snapdragon… could this be a reason ?

[@eclipseumbreon955]

Likely. Snapdragon is miles better than Exynos in performance and battery. You should try the S23 with a snapdragon processor chip.

[@kamaboko1]

Tough choice. Seems like the Samsung puts a bit more blue into their images. That said, some of the color rendering is really drastic between both cameras. For instance, the lake/pond the ducks were in looks completely different. Overall I think the Samsung has Apple beat though. There's quite a difference between your selfie videos walking through the park. The Apple video looks very soft, whereas the Samsung looks more crisp. Great post!!

[@tomhorn2808]

very good review 👍

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks!

[@Angel_Peg]

I can see the regular s21 has more saturation compared to the ultra

[@KermSapin]

The S21 5G (the smallest) Can shot the Moon And iPhone 13>>>>NO

[@DANIELCHUKWUKERE]

S21 exposed too long for that ultrawide sensor which could lead to potential smearing due to shaky hands and having to hold the phone that long for 5 seconds is just insane

[@jonatas9736]

Samsung is the best trade 👏👏👏

[@TayThames]

Dope comparison

[@GrantLikesTech]

Thanks

[@samiahmed7447]

Which one better for videography ? Do you think ?

[@ranjitahuja3431]

Well, I think s21 and for the price it comes for, rest it's upto you

[@GrantLikesTech]

iPhone can look more dynamic especially outdoors, but the S21 has pro mode for more flexibility.

[@ОлегАнисахаров-м4н]

what processor on the samsung c21? exinos or snapdragon

[@philipepi]

Snapdragon.

[@ashfaqusama9409]

Is it just me or you all feel that s21 camera is way better

[@Marvinnnnnnnn]

same

[@shashwatsrivastava3516]

On some places 13 is better and on some places 21 is...No comparision really...Been using 12 pro and shifted to s21 recently and gotta say...feels like an update.. 12 pro and 13 are basically same

[@dglass1999]

Snapdragon or Exynos?

[@GrantLikesTech]

Snapdragon

[@dglass1999]

@@GrantLikesTech thank you bro! Your comparative videos are amazing

[@milbahaa8103]

thank you brother

[@natsufire1667]

S21 video really is better than iphone 13, not video king anymore

[@KINGBOY-kq7hs]

I see both are good 👍

[@treasurem2491]

Iphone portraits have this halo effect that i dont lie.

[@St-hu3om]

Nice comparison, galaxy looks better to me

[@carlosrivera8756]

Uploading to social media.... Ihpone wins. Sadly. Im still rolling with Samsung. Have been since s7. Never had a problem.

[@urichivista6561]

Better blacks iPhone, better colora I think.

[@tinishsings]

Color defination and detail is bit better in iPhone 13.

[@Batmanofjustice]

I still think the Samsung galaxy S21 still destroys iPhones still to this day

[@collinleach]

The sound quality has more coherency, robustness and clarity on the iPhone. I wish there were as much attention given to audio quality and connectivity in phone reviews, there's no substitute for a phone, yet for images we've the option of cameras.

[@sudipacharya1974]

Love for my S21❤

[@SaddamAnsari-so2lg]

In low light video, samsung is better

[@gladiatormaximus7105]

Galaxy from last year ? S21 released this year dude

[@noyes9938]

Ip13 with s22

[@Aiga_1]

5:40 s21 better HDR. The s21 sensor are s20 sensors old sensors. Iphone 13 have iphone 12 pro max sensors, they are bigger than s21 sensors

[@HieuLe-of4dn]

No. Actually, S20's sensor is already bigger than Iphone 12 pro max sensor dude :)) Same 12 megapixel, but the pixel size on S21 is 1.8 micromet compare to 1.7 micromet on Iphone 12 pro max/ Iphone 12

[@Aiga_1]

@@HieuLe-of4dn but iphone 13 pro max have new sensor 2021 sensors. Samsung isocell hm3 108mp is the only 2021

[@HieuLe-of4dn]

@@Aiga_1 This is the sensor size from big to smaller : S21 ultra/ S20 ultra > Iphone 13 pro max > Galaxy S21/S21plus > Iphone 12 pro max/Iphone 13 For your information.

[@Aiga_1]

@@HieuLe-of4dn i got it, but iphone has new sensors 2021 sensors. I write new not big. if you can read it now

[@HieuLe-of4dn]

@@Aiga_1 you did write it's bigger than S21 sensor, take a look at your comment :)) . " Iphone 13 have Iphone 12 pro max sensors, They are bigger than S21 sensors". That's is the point.

[@KermSapin]

Wait for the s22 >:D

[@rizkyhendrianto6563]

Ultrawide and Audio S21

[@mryeet49gaming60]

Why do these tech reviews speak so fast.

[@Johnlmooring]

They are very similar, but I give the edge to iPhone.

[@Kassio1992]

Samsung 👏👏👏👏👏👏