Both phones share a 50 MP primary sensor and dual-lens rear camera setup, so the on-paper megapixel count looks similar at first glance. The differences, however, lie in the features surrounding that sensor. The Poco X7 Pro adds optical image stabilization (OIS) — a hardware mechanism that physically counteracts hand movement during capture — which the Doogee Blade 20 Play entirely lacks. In practice, OIS produces noticeably sharper handheld shots in low light and significantly smoother video footage. Speaking of video, the gap is wide: the Poco records at up to 4K 60fps, while the Doogee tops out at 1080p 30fps — a meaningful limitation for anyone who values video quality.
Several other differentiators reinforce the Poco's camera advantage. It supports RAW shooting, giving photographers access to uncompressed image data for post-processing — a feature absent on the Doogee. The Poco also includes laser autofocus alongside phase-detection, which can improve focusing speed and accuracy in challenging conditions. For video specifically, the Poco supports HDR10 recording, preserving more dynamic range in high-contrast scenes — again, something the Doogee does not offer. The Doogee counters with a higher-resolution secondary rear camera at 20 MP versus the Poco's 8 MP, though without additional context on lens type, that figure alone is hard to evaluate as a clear advantage.
On the front camera, the Poco edges ahead with 20 MP versus 16 MP on the Doogee — a modest difference, but consistent with the Poco's broader camera positioning. Taken together, the Poco X7 Pro holds a clear advantage in this category, particularly for anyone who shoots video or values stabilization and capture flexibility. The Doogee's camera setup is capable for casual use, but it falls behind on nearly every feature that distinguishes a competent camera system from a great one.