HUAWEI Pura 80 Pro vs. HONOR Magic7 Pro Camera Comparison

HUAWEI just recently dropped its new flagship Pura 80 Series in the Philippines, and one of two variants include the HUAWEI Pura 80 Pro.

That said, how does it fare against another ‘Pro’ flagship such as the HONOR Magic7 Pro particularly, in terms of cameras? That’s what we’re here to find out in this camera comparison. So, without further ado, let’s get right into the video.

Specs recap

First, let’s have a quick rundown of chipset and camera specs.

The HUAWEI Pura 80 Pro is equipped with the Kirin 9020 chip and has a triple camera setup at the rear. It consists of a 50-megapixel main sensor— notably, with a variable aperture of f/4.0 to f/1.6 that supports OIS— accompanied by a 40-megapixel ultrawide, and a 48-megapixel telephoto camera, also with OIS.

Meanwhile, the HONOR Magic7 Pro boasts the Snapdragon 8 Elite and a triple rear setup as well. This guy also has a 50-megapixel main shooter with OIS combined with 50-megapixel ultrawide, and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens.

To learn more about their overall performance and other features, you may head over to our channel and watch each device’s review or walkthrough, if you haven’t already.

With that out of the way, let’s get talking about the camera experience!

Camera comparison

Main

Starting with photos taken using the main cameras, these are no doubt impressive. The quality is on point, offering sharp detail with nice color reproduction, and a good amount of dynamic range.

That said, there’s not much to talk about here since both phones can capture very nice images from the get-go— no need for further editing as these images are typically ready for upload.

Telephoto/ macro

Moving over to telephoto, the Magic7 Pro appears to have an advantage here because of its 200-megapixel periscope telephoto sensor.

Unsurprisingly, once you zoom in to subjects, the Magic7 Pro delivers better clarity, as you can see more details in the shot. On the Pura 80 Pro, some details are typically softened out.

Case in point: here we have two images shot at 2x optical zoom, and zooming into this utility box, the details are much sharper on the Magic7 Pro. If you’d also notice, those electric meters in the background are more detailed as well.

Still, the Pura80 Pro does hold its ground and offers suitable quality for nearer subjects.

Diving into macro photography, both devices do a good job. There’s plenty of detail with the difference being the image processing: the Pura 80 Pro tends to produce more accurate colors, while the Magic7 Pro incorporates a warmer tone for most of the time.

Additionally, the Pura 80 Pro does a better job at recreating more natural bokeh for macro shots.

Ultrawide

Looking into ultrawide shots, the quality is quite decent for both phones. The details are there, except, the Pura80 Pro handles the dynamic range a bit better and rather has a better dynamic range, providing a bit more detail in the shadows.

Night photography

In low light, shots coming from the Pura 80 Pro are on the softer side. We also attempted moon shots, and unfortunately, the Pura 80 Pro struggled to produce a clear image. Interestingly, for normal 1x night shots, there’s more grain to see from the Magic7 Pro.

Color accuracy varies between the two as well. While both deliver vivid colors most of the time, there are instances where tones appear washed out or dull and lacking detail.

For selfies taken at night, the Magic7 Pro offers more detail thanks to its higher 50-megapixel sensor accompanied with a 3D depth sensor. The Pura 80 Pro isn’t that too bad, but it struggles to focus on the subject in general.

Portraits

When it comes to portrait shots, the Pura 80 Pro generally does a better job. It renders skin tones more naturally, maintains sharp details, and avoids over-texturizing the skin. You can also appreciate the more natural bokeh effect that the Pura 80 Pro does.

Selfies

It’s a different story for selfies, though. The Magic7 Pro captures better selfies with sharper detail thanks to its 50-megapixel sensor. It also appears to have better treatment on skin texture as well as skin color.

Video performance

Now, let’s move on to video.

Just like their excellent photo capabilities, video capture is equally impressive for both the Pura 80 Pro and Magic7 Pro. Shooting in 4K is a breeze with crisp visuals, fairly accurate colors, and the level of stabilization is top tier.

Interestingly though, what I liked about the Pura 80 Pro’s video capabilities is having a smooth transition every time you switch between lenses when recording. It just gives a more satisfying experience, matching that of the iPhones.

That doesn’t make the Magic7 Pro any less. It still does a pretty good job at handling videos as the competition. However, there are times that the Pura 80 Pro covers better dynamic range, but it’s not much of a big deal.

Overall, despite the differences in camera specs, both are similarly capable when it comes to video quality.

For more individual sample shots, head over to their respective full review and feature below:

• HONOR Magic7 Pro Review
• HUAWEI Pura 80 Pro Video Feature

Verdict

So, after putting both camera systems through their paces, here’s our verdict:

The HONOR Magic7 Pro excels in telephoto zoom and selfies, thanks to that beastly 200-megapixel periscope and a high-res front camera that doesn’t miss. It’s the go-to if you’re into long-range detail, sharp night selfies, and warm, punchy tones.

On the flip side, the HUAWEI Pura 80 Pro comes in swinging with its natural bokeh, true-to-life colors, and smooth video lens transitions. It’s a solid pick for portrait lovers, casual vloggers, and anyone who wants clean, accurate shots without much post-editing.

At the end of the day, both phones deliver flagship-tier camera performance, and it all boils down to what type of shooter you are. Either way, you’re in for a treat.

Now here’s the kicker: both devices come in at PHP 59,999 (12GB+512GB), putting them neck-and-neck in terms of pricing. But let’s be real: cameras aren’t the whole story. Your experience with either device will also depend on factors like chipset performance, battery life, software optimization, and more.

So, while the cameras may go toe-to-toe in many scenarios, your personal winner might come down to how you use your phone and your own preferences.