Samsung supports 8K recording, but Apple’s ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, Dolby Vision, and spatial video make its camera system particularly strong for creators.
Apple equips the iPhone 18 Pro with an 18MP multi-aspect ultrawide selfie camera featuring PDAF and advanced 3D sensing.
Samsung uses a 12MP autofocus selfie camera with 4K recording and HDR10+ support.
The iPhone offers greater flexibility for framing and advanced video workflows, while Samsung’s selfie setup remains well equipped for everyday photography and calls.
Apple wins the camera comparison through its higher-resolution secondary sensors, 4x telephoto, and extensive professional video tools. Samsung remains versatile, especially with 8K recording.
The iPhone 18 Pro is priced around $1,200 / ₹164,900, while the Galaxy S26 is priced around $900 / ₹88,000.
That creates a substantial gap, particularly in the Indian market.
Both phones target premium buyers, but the Galaxy S26 reaches flagship territory at a considerably lower entry price.
The iPhone’s premium is easier to justify for users who specifically need its A20 Pro performance, advanced camera hardware, ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, and the MagSafe ecosystem.
The Galaxy S26 offers a broader mainstream feature set, including DeX, 12GB RAM, 120Hz AMOLED technology, and wireless charging.
