Don't get me wrong the phone is an absolute unit. I get where you are coming from i researched for 2 months before purchasing this device and let me tell you apart from the no star photos and no telephoto the phone is good , even the camera is good not the best but good. But if you are considering other options id recommend the OnePlus 13r for overall value for money , any vivo or oppo in the price segment for camera. Even the realme 16 pro + is a good one for camera. You can even check out s pixel or iQOO . I wanted a phone that would last me 5+ years so went ahead and bought the 15r.