Tablet cameras are rarely a primary purchase driver, but the gap here is wide enough to matter. The Oppo Pad 4 Pro leads with a 13 MP main camera capable of recording at 4K (2160p) at 30 fps, while the Vivo Pad 5 offers only 8 MP and tops out at 1080p video. In practical terms, the Oppo will capture noticeably more detail in photos and produce sharper, more versatile video footage — particularly relevant for users who scan documents, shoot product photos, or record video calls and presentations. The resolution gap on the front camera follows the same pattern: 8 MP vs 5 MP, giving the Oppo a clear edge for video conferencing quality.
Another exclusive capability of the Oppo is slow-motion video recording, which the Vivo entirely lacks. While this is not a daily-use feature for most tablet owners, it reflects a broader gap in the Oppo's camera feature set. Both devices share a solid common baseline — HDR photo mode, touch autofocus, continuous autofocus during video, manual ISO, white balance, focus, and exposure controls — so neither is stripped-down on fundamentals. Notably, neither includes optical image stabilization, which limits handheld video smoothness on both.
The Oppo Pad 4 Pro is the clear winner in this category across every measurable dimension — higher resolution stills, superior video ceiling, and slow-motion support. The Vivo Pad 5 covers the basics adequately but offers nothing to close the gap. For users who lean on their tablet camera with any regularity, the Oppo is the more capable choice.