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iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Fold 8: Sample Photos Comparison

Which one has the better camera?

By Victor Hristov · Review Content Lead

Published: Oct 28, 2026, 7:00 AM

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iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Fold 8: Sample Photos Comparison

Both come with dual camera systems | Image by PhoneArena

Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, is finally here.

While Apple is still sorting out the quality issues with that hinge, I was curious to see whether that dual camera on its back was actually good enough, and what better comparison than to the similarly sized Samsung Galaxy Fold 8.

Both have a main and ultra-wide camera on the back, and neither has a dedicated telephoto camera. Let's start with the technical specs:

$22 ²³

$55 ⁵⁶

$33 off (60%)

Apple's first-ever foldable phone has finally arrived. The high-end device features a passport-style build and packs a powerful A20 Pro chip. Grab yours at AT&T and save up to $1,200 when you provide an eligible device trade-in and grab a qualifying plan.

Buy at AT&T

$1799 ⁹⁹

$2099 ⁹⁹

$300 off (14%)

For a limited time, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra can be yours with a generous $300 price cut, no trade-in required. If those savings don't sound compelling enough, trade in an eligible phone to save up to $800.

Buy at Samsung

$1099 ⁹⁹

$1899 ⁹⁹

$800 off (42%)

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is Samsung's first foldable phone with a passport design. Right now, you can grab it with an $800 discount when you trade in an eligible device in good condition. Alternatively, you can grab $200 in Samsung Credit, redeemable toward accessories or other Galaxy devices.

Buy at Samsung

iPhone Duo vs Galaxy Fold 8 Camera Specs:


Apple iPhone Duo	Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Camera

Main camera
48 MP (OIS, PDAF) Sensor name: Sony IMX905 Aperture size: F1.6 Focal length: 24 mm Sensor size: 1/1.28" Pixel size: 1.22 μm	50 MP (OIS, PDAF) Sensor name: Samsung ISOCELL GN3 Aperture size: F1.8 Focal length: 24 mm Sensor size: 1/1.56" Pixel size: 1.0 μm
Second camera
48 MP (Ultra-wide) Sensor name: Sony IMX972 Aperture size: F2.2 Focal Length: 13 mm Sensor size: 1/2.55" Pixel size: 0.7 μm	50 MP (Ultra-wide) Sensor name: Samsung ISOCELL JN3 Aperture size: F1.9 Focal Length: 13 mm Sensor size: 1/2.5" Pixel size: 0.7 μm
Front
12 MP (Under-screen)	10 MP (HDR)

See the full Apple iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 specs comparison or compare them to other phones using our Phone Comparison tool

The iPhone Duo actually has the upper hand — its main camera features a 1/1.3-inch size sensor, nearly 50% larger than the 1/1.56-inch sensor on the Galaxy. I appreciate that the Galaxy is thinner and lighter, but not at the expense of the main camera.

And when it comes to the ultra-wide camera on both phones, well, both use a similarly sized 1/2.55-inch sensor. That's a tiny sensor. In comparison, the main camera has a nearly four times larger area.

But let's see what that actually means for your pictures:

Main Camera

iPhone Duo - | - iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Fold 8: Sample Photos Comparison

Fold 8 - | - iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Fold 8: Sample Photos Comparison

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Portraits

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Zoom

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Ultra-wide Camera

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Selfie

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So, what do you think? Is the iPhone Duo the better foldable phone camera, or do you prefer the look you get with the Samsung Galaxy Fold 8?

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Victor, a seasoned mobile technology expert, has spent over a decade at PhoneArena, exploring the depths of mobile photography and reviewing hundreds of smartphones across Android and iOS ecosystems. His passion for technology, coupled with his extensive knowledge of smartphone cameras and battery life, has positioned him as a leading voice in the mobile tech industry.

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