Earlier the camera functionality used to be the top end feature for a mobile phone but today almost all handsets can click images and record videos. Majority of mobile phones feature advanced optics, complex image sensors and a lot of new technology running in the background to support image and video recording on the phones. Now digital cameras are having a hard time selling in numbers all thanks to the camera phones. Currently there is a surplus of mobile phones with camera functionality that offer near professional imaging quality. Below is the list of top 5 camera Smartphone’s:
Nokia PureView 808 -- 41 Megapixel

This Nokia Symbian Smartphone is highly appreciated for its 41 megapixel image sensor which is by far the maximum resolution ever to be supported by any Smartphone. The technology of this device makes it the king of the hill. Nokia 808 makes use of the PureView pro imaging technology that over samples the pixel captured by the image sensor to capture a perfect picture that has both clarity and depth. Even the Nokia has fitted companion processor in the phone which has been known for superfast image processing.
Device Specification:
• f/2.8 aperture
• 41 megapixel camera
• 7728x5354 resolution images in 16:9 formats
• HD videos in 30 frames per second
• PureView pro imaging technology
• Single-core 1.3 GHz mobile processor
• 512 MB RAM
• Nokia Belle OS
• 16 GB on-board storage
• 64 GB micro SD card
Apple iPhone 4s -- 8 Megapixel

The display of Apple iPhone 4s has been treated with a special oleo phobic coating which is very useful for the Indian environment as it prevents smudges. The 8 megapixel snapper uses the one of the best image sensors to reproduce life like colors with detail and variance. The camera has the functionalities like touch focus and Geo tagging. The newly unveiled iOS 6 and a mighty faster dual core processor make it easier to edit and share pictures. To store their pictures users can use the Apple's free iCloud service. Apple is also offering 5 GB of space free on iCloud to the users of its devices.
Device Specification:
• 3.5 inch screen
• 640 X 960 pixel resolution
• Retina Display
• 8 megapixel camera
• LED flash
• HD 1080p videos
Nokia N8 with Anna -- 12 Megapixel

Still Nokia's N8 continues to top the charts all due to its amazing camera quality. The powerful sensor of Nokia N8 makes this device unique which allows the phone to capture images that are far better in terms of resolution and variance.
Device Specification:
• Carl Zeiss optics
• 12 megapixel 1/1.183 inch optical format CCD image sensor
• Xenon flash with automatic red-eye removal and auto focus
• Symbian Belle upgrade
• Newer video recording capabilities
• HD 720P videos
• 3.5 inch touchscreen
• 600 MHz processor
Sony Xperia S -- 12 Megapixel

The first smartphone to carry the new standalone Sony logo is Sony Xperia S which Sony released after it acquired shares of Ericsson. Sony Xperia S is the second formally certified PlayStation device after Sony Ericsson Xperia Play. With the help of Xperia S users can access the Sony PlayStation. Sony PlayStation supplies games and entertainment resources to mobile devices which permit users to connect seamlessly to Sony PlayStation devices. In Sony Xperia S there is a burst mode which let the users to take multiple images from the device in continuation for fast paced action such as sports, fireworks and even dance.
Device Specification:
• 1.5 GHz dual core Snapdragon MSM 8206 processor
• 1 GB RAM
• 4.3 inch HD display
• 1280 x 720 pixel resolution
• Android 2.3.7 operating system
• 12 megapixel camera
• 3G
• WiFi
• Bluetooth
• NFC
Samsung Galaxy SIII 16 GB -- 8 Megapixel

The Galaxy SIII arrives with its slim design and uncomparable looks which has managed to win the hearts of users all across the globe. The device offers unique performance along with great battery backup and utility. Galaxy S III has a crisp set of features such as voice control and eye tracking.
Device Specification:
• 4.8-inch
• HD Super Amoled display
• 1280 x 720 pixel resolution
• PenTile pixel arrangement
• 306 pixels per inch pixel density
• 8 megapixel camera
• 1920x1080 resolution
• Back-side illuminated
• Burst/Best lets you take 20 shots in quick succession
• Zero-shutter lag
• Android Ice Cream Sandwich
• Quad-core 1.4 GHz Exynos 4 mobile processor
• TouchWiz user interface
Source : Themobileindian