Galaxy S25 FE vs Vivo X200 FE vs Reno 14 Pro: The ultimate camera showdown

Flagship-level cameras at prices that don’t burn a hole in your pocket – that’s the pitch for the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, Vivo X200 FE, and Oppo Reno 14 Pro. Samsung’s S25 FE is the priciest of the trio at around ₹60,000, while Vivo’s X200 FE comes in at ₹55,000 and brings its Zeiss-branded optics to the table. Oppo undercuts them both with the Reno 14 Pro, priced at ₹50,000, yet it still packs a triple 50MP camera setup that sounds impressive on paper. I spent time with all three to see which one actually delivers the best shots.

How good are the main cameras of the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE and Galaxy S25 FE?

All three phones pack 50MP main cameras with OIS, but the sensors aren’t the same. Vivo is using Sony’s IMX921, Oppo has gone with the Omnivision OV50E, and Samsung hasn’t revealed which sensor it’s using. In good lighting, all three churn out sharp, detailed photos, so there’s little to separate them on that front.

Where things start to differ is in colour tuning. Samsung, which usually pushes more vibrant colours, has toned it down this time for a natural look, though the images do turn out a bit darker. Oppo gets the balance just right, with colours that look true to life and pleasant. Vivo, strangely, goes a bit too bold with saturation and occasionally misses on white balance in tricky scenes, which is unexpected for a sensor as capable as the IMX921.

This round ends in a close call between Samsung and Oppo, with Vivo slightly behind.

How do the ultrawides of the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE and Galaxy S25 FE compare?

On the ultrawide side, Oppo has the clear edge on paper with its 50MP sensor. Samsung is using a 12MP camera, while Vivo’s 8MP lens feels like the bare minimum. Out in the field, both Oppo and Samsung produce sharp, vibrant shots, but Oppo just holds onto a bit more detail when the lighting gets tricky, especially in shadowy corners.

Vivo’s results aren’t as strong. Images come out softer, and the slight reddish cast makes colours look off. If wide-angle photos are a priority, Oppo comfortably takes the top spot, with Samsung following close behind.

How well do the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE and Galaxy S25 FE handle zoom?

Zoom is where these three phones really start to separate themselves. The Galaxy S25 FE keeps things simple with an 8MP telephoto offering 3X optical zoom. Oppo’s Reno 14 Pro ups the ante with a 50MP Samsung JN5 sensor at 3.5X, while Vivo goes for a 50MP Sony IMX882 periscope at 3X.

At their native optical zoom levels, Reno and Vivo are neck and neck, producing crisp, detailed shots. Samsung holds its own but doesn’t quite match the clarity of the other two. Colour accuracy isn’t flawless across the board, but Vivo comes closest to getting it right.

Push past 10X, and both Oppo and Vivo remain impressively usable, while Samsung starts losing sharpness. By 20X, Oppo still manages shockingly good detail if you can keep your hands steady, while Vivo shows some ghosting. Samsung, meanwhile, falls apart here.

And when maxed out just for fun, the Oppo stretches to 120X, Vivo to 100X, and Samsung stops at 30X. Oppo completely steals the show with this one, making it an easy win for the Reno 14 Pro.

Testing the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE and Galaxy S25 FE in low light

Low light is where the Vivo X200 FE really shines. Its main camera turns in impressively clean shots, full of detail with well-balanced colours and just the right amount of brightness.

Noise stays under control, flaring is barely noticeable, and the overall image looks polished without feeling overprocessed. In one especially tricky scene, Vivo handled everything beautifully, shadows held their depth, highlights stayed in check, and even the text on brightly lit signboards was crisp and easy to read.

Oppo takes second place here but struggles with a slight green tint in certain scenes.

Samsung, on the other hand, tends to go too dark, losing a lot of shadow detail. Special mention to Vivo’s Aura Light feature, while it doesn’t always work, the few select moments when it does, it adds a nice bit of flair and can really elevate portraits.

Switching to the ultrawides, all three phones produce dimmer shots, but Vivo still manages to pull ahead with the cleanest, most detailed results.

For zoom, both Oppo and Vivo perform well, but Vivo’s Stage Mode is a nice bonus, helping its zoom shots stand out with extra clarity.

How well do the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE and Galaxy S25 FE do videos?

Let’s talk video. Both Vivo and Oppo shoot 4K at 60fps, while Samsung even goes up to 8K at 30fps. For this test, we stuck to 4K60 with HDR off to keep things fair, even, all three can shoot HDR.

All three look good, but Oppo takes the win for colour and dynamic range, even if it sometimes blows out the highlights. Stabilisation is also best on Oppo, Vivo comes second, and Samsung feels the weakest here.

In low light, Oppo again is easily the most balanced, with great detail, proper exposure, and natural colours. Vivo struggles with a green tint, while Samsung over-brightens and looks too cool.

How do the selfies from the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE and Galaxy S25 FE hold up?

Up front, Vivo and Oppo throw in 50MP selfie cameras with autofocus, while Samsung sticks to a 12MP one — and honestly, it still holds its own. Samsung’s selfies look the most true-to-life, colours stay accurate, and the dynamic range is solid, though the photos do come out a bit on the darker side.

Oppo’s front camera clicks are detailed but give skin tones a reddish touch, while Vivo tends to make everything look slightly too dark.

Switch on portrait mode and things get interesting; Samsung and Oppo do a nice job with sharp edges, but Vivo steals the show with a much smoother, more natural background blur that really flatters the subject.

Who does portraits better, the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE or the Galaxy S25 FE?

Portrait mode is where the Vivo X200 FE really comes into its own. Thanks to its Zeiss tuning, colours look lively yet realistic, edges are cut out with precision, and the bokeh has a lovely depth, especially when you zoom to 3X or more. The blur fades naturally, giving portraits a pleasing, professional look.

Samsung holds its own here and delivers some great shots, but its portrait algorithm still slips up in small details. In one test image, it completely missed the tiny gap under a figurine’s arm, breaking the sense of depth. Oppo’s portraits are good too, though the blur feels a little flat and lacks the character you see on the other two phones.

Skin tones are handled well across the board, with Vivo occasionally leaning a touch red and Oppo favouring warmer hues. Vivo still takes the win, with Samsung coming in a close second.

Which is the better camera phone, the Reno 14 Pro, X200 FE and Galaxy S25 FE?

When it’s all said and done, the Vivo X200 FE comes out as the best all-rounder of the bunch, especially if you care about portraits and night shots. Its Zeiss-tuned portrait mode, excellent low-light performance, and consistently sharp images make it the most satisfying camera phone in this price range.

That doesn’t mean the Oppo Reno 14 Pro is far behind. Its colour science is spot-on, the zoom is easily the best of the three, and it’s a dependable performer overall. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 FE plays to its strengths with natural-looking shots and a consistency that makes it hard to go wrong with.

But if we have to pick just one, the crown goes to Vivo. For anyone who loves clicking portraits or shooting after sunset, the X200 FE simply feels like the most rewarding choice.