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OnePlus Open camera: The best camera system on a foldable so far

By Aleksandar Anastasov

Updated: Aug 20, 2024, 2:38 AM

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OnePlus Open camera: The best camera system on a foldable so far

OnePlus' debut foldable, the OnePlus Open, shattered expectations upon its release last year. Despite launching in a fiercely competitive market, the device garnered widespread acclaim for its exceptional camera performance, including in our PhoneArena Came Score.

Each of the OnePlus Open's five cameras—three rear and two front-facing—delivered results that exceeded our expectations. The integration of Hasselblad technology, particularly in portrait mode, is a testament to OnePlus' commitment to imaging excellence, and this time the camera manufacturer has played a key role in the Portrait Mode.

Let's delve into the specifics of what makes the OnePlus Open's camera system so exceptional, so you can see what we mean.

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OnePlus Open Camera specs

Here's a detailed overview of each camera sensor on the OnePlus Open:

Main (wide-angle)	Ultra-wide	Telephoto	External selfie	Internal selfie
Sony LYT-T808 “Pixel Stacked” CMOS	Sony IMX581	OmniVision OV64B with 3X optical zoom	Unspecified	Unspecified
48MP	48MP	64MP	20MP	32MP
OIS	EIS	OIS	EIS	EIS
1/1.43” sensor size	1/2" sensor size	1/2" sensor size	1/4" sensor size	1/3.14" sensor size
24mm focal length	14mm focal length	70mm focal length	20mm focal length	22mm focal length
1.12μm pixel size	0.8μm pixel size	0.7μm pixel size	0.7μm pixel size	0.7μm pixel size
f/1.7	f/2.2	f/2.6	f/2.2	f/2.4
Has autofocus	Has autofocus Capable of macro shooting (3.5 cm)	Has autofocus	Fixed focus	Fixed focus

You can also check out our full OnePlus Open specs page.

OnePlus Open Camera characteristics

The main (wide-angle) 48MP camera on the OnePlus Open is a first in the market of foldable phones, as it comes with Sony's new LYTIA “Pixel Stacked” image sensor. Of course, for most of us these are just words and abbreviations. To put it in simple terms, this is a sensor which is capable of capturing larger amounts of light without having the large sensor size regular flagship phones come with.

According to OnePlus, this new sensor delivers image quality comparable to that of the 1-inch Sony IMX989, which comes with the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Judging by the photo samples took during our review, it seems OnePlus was not lying! Take a look at some shots taken by the main camera:

The 64MP telephoto camera comes with a customized sensor to make it fit inside the slim body of the OnePlus Open. This customization also allows for 23% more light than the regular sensor would have otherwise been capable of. It comes with a 3X optical zoom, and a sensor crop that enables a 6X lossless sensor crop. There is also a 120x Ultra Res Zoom, but we don't think that one will be any good, as most of that depends on software and AI smarts, which OnePlus is not exactly known for.

Take a look at how good the 3X and 6X zoom levels are:

OnePlus also emphasized on the Portaite Mode, which is where that Hasselblad partnership came into play with the OnePlus Open. The company says that it is especially powerful in low-light conditions, allegedly matching a Hasselblad camera with XCD 30, 65 and 90V lenses. Here are a couple of Portrait Mode photos we took at the office:

If you want to look at even more examples just go to our OnePlus Open review where you will find sample shots from the ultra-wide and selfie cameras, as well as a video where we compare OnePlus' first foldable with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 5.

How many cameras does the new OnePlus Open have?

The OnePlus Openfoldable phone comes with a total of five cameras: three at the back and two selfie cameras embedded in the cover and inner displays. The three cameras at the back of the OnePlus Open are the main (wide), an ultra-wide, and a 3X telephoto camera.

OnePlus Open camera: How many megapixels does it have?

Here are all of the cameras on the OnePlus Open and the megapixels they come with:

Main (wide-angle) camera — 48MP
Ultra-wide snapper — 48MP
Telephoto lens — 64MP
External selfie camera — 32MP
Internal selfie camera — 48MP

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Aleksandar is a tech enthusiast with a broad range of interests, from smartphones to space exploration. His curiosity extends to hands-on DIY experiments with his gadgets, and he enjoys switching between different brands to experience the latest innovations. Prior to joining PhoneArena, Aleksandar worked on the Google Art Project, digitizing valuable artworks and gaining diverse perspectives on technology. When he's not immersed in tech, Aleksandar is an outdoorsman who enjoys mountain hikes, wildlife photography, and nature conservation. His interests also extend to martial arts, running, and snowboarding, reflecting his dynamic approach to life and technology.