Who says you need a fancy DSLR to create magic? The 2024 Oppo Photography Awards just dropped their winning shots, and they’re proof that the best camera is the one in your hand. From golden sunsets to raw street moments, these 26 spectacular mobile photos capture the world with creativity, color, and soul — all through a smartphone lens.
This year’s Grand Prize went to Liang Xibing from China for his breathtaking photo “Summer by Hutuo River.” The image shows a kid drenched in bubbles, laughing by the riverbank in Hebei — a scene bursting with joy, color, and that pure childhood energy we all miss. The bubbles shimmer like tiny rainbows, and you can almost hear the giggles echoing through the frame. Liang’s photo isn’t just visually stunning — it’s a gentle reminder for us grownups to rediscover life’s simple pleasures.
The competition featured categories like Landscape, Portrait, Street Life, and Creative Composition, showcasing how mobile photography has evolved into a legit art form. Each winning shot reflects unique emotions — from peaceful nature frames to electric urban vibes — proving that storytelling doesn’t depend on gear, but on vision.
If these photos got your creativity buzzing, here’s your shot — entries for the 2025 Oppo Photography Awards are now open until November 20, 2025. Grab your phone, chase the light, and maybe next year your picture will be the one inspiring millions. Because with a little imagination and the right timing, art really does fit in your pocket.
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#1. OPPO imagine IF Master of the Year: "Summer by Hutuo River" by Liang Xibing, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "A kid soaked in bubbles has fun by the banks of the Hutuo River, Hebei, during summertime. Bubbles, varying in size and color, are fluttering in the air, accompanied by children’s cheers and laughter.
When will we grownups rediscover life’s simple pleasures?"
OPPO imagine IF Silver Awards
#2. "Cozy Island" by Whoiam, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "A taxi driver naps in his parked cab on a rainy roadside, the rain blurring his face and reflecting the city’s soft lights. The taxi feels like a cozy island amid the hustle."
#3. "Heading Home in the Moonlight" by Su Xingzi, China
Shot on OnePlus 12 – "Amid beaming neon lights, the footsteps of a running man break the evening stillness, leaving behind the area in bright red akin to the glow of sunset, racing toward home along the street in silver reflections."
#4. "The Immensity of Earth" by Anlee, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "During a trip to Xinjiang, I witnessed horsehair flying over alpine grasslands, herdsmen heading home over endless stretches of undulating landscapes, dust swirling during the seasonal migration of herdsmen, and solitary trees growing wild and tall in the pasture. The capricious weather in this vast region forms the bedrock of all life. Tourists come and go, but the only constants are the flocks of animals, houses, trees, and the lovely people who call this place home."
#5. "Wandou and Her Teddy Bear" by He Huapei, China
Shot on OPPO Find N3 Flip – "A smiling girl nicknamed Wandou ("Pea") gets her teddy bear dressed while soft rays of sunlight gently caress her face. I have to take a shot of this serene moment."
OPPO imagine IF Bronze Awards
#6. "Serenity in Shadows and Light" by Ogbu Chibuike Johnson, Nigeria
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "This photograph beautifully uses shadows and light to highlight the subject’s serene expression. The sunlight filters through the leaves, casting delicate shadows on her face and accentuating her smooth skin."
#7. "Chasing Dreams" by Robin Liu, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "I am alone by the river, my heart full of expectations and yearning for the future. The river flows softly and quietly, reflecting my silhouette. As I jump, I open my phone camera to capture the moment – my dangling feet suggesting that with effort, we can rise above every obstacle and realize our dreams."
#8. "Colorists of the City" by VV, China
Shot on OPPO Find N3 – "It is their hard work that makes the city more romantic and colorful. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to create a life with a kaleidoscope of color."
#9. "Claudia" by Carlos Villarejo Navarro, Spain
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "Claudia embodies the essence of simplicity and natural beauty in each image. Her face, like a living canvas, becomes a stage where light dances with subtlety. There is a palpable connection between us, born from years of walking parallel paths, which reveals itself in the intimacy of every capture."
#10. "The Peaceful Bond" by Shailendra Singh, India
Shot on OPPO Find N3 Flip – "In the early morning light, the misty riverside drew me in. The calm water mirrored the sky and trees, creating a serene symmetry. As I stood there, a group of friends walked along the riverbank. Their silhouettes against the mist struck me as profoundly peaceful, symbolizing a bond of friendship and togetherness."
#11. "Shadow" by RoadCrazy, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "Snapshots provide a fascinating insight into the lives of ordinary people. In this image, ideals and reality blend in the play of shadow and light."
#12. "Gaze" by Zerry Song, China
Shot on OPPO Find N3 – "Shadow and light bridges the worlds within and outside the frame: the beady eyes in the picture gaze at every onlooker beyond the frame."
#13. "Thread" by Kazuyuki Kawahara, Japan
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "During the rainy season, the sun came out only on the day of the shoot, as if announcing the arrival of summer. I took my daughters and my grandmother, who lives in a nursing home, back to our old hometown."
#14. "Rain Paints the Starry Sky" by Tomatoes, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "After rain, puddles reflect the neon lights of a busy city. The texture of the ground recalls bold, swirling strokes as the lights change color every second. Blues merge with oranges, yellows, and purples, dancing like a starry sky."
#15. "Summer Night by Mountain Stream" by Guo Jiangtao, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "Under the summer night sky, the dark green shades of plants, the murmuring of a stream, flashing fireflies, yellow lights under an old bridge, and the blue tones of the nightfall create a striking color contrast, reminiscent of a magical realm. This tranquil and harmonious scene was captured using a slow shutter speed."
OPPO imagine IF Honorable Mention
#16. Landscape: "Waterfall Running into the Sea" by Chen Weikai, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "A stunning view of Múlafossur Waterfall in summer. The waterfall is located on the cliffs near the secluded village Gásadalur on Vagar island. It cascades gracefully like a silver ribbon, blending harmoniously with the natural splendor of lush mountains and shimmering water before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean."
#17. Colours: "Gaojia Opera Troupe in the Country" by AHIN, China
Shot on OPPO Find X6 Pro – "On a makeshift stage of local opera in the woods, the shadows of the musicians are reflected on the red canopy, evoking a sense of stepping back in time."
#18. Light: "Seeing is Deceiving" by Bai Wensheng, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "A young man is drying his clothes in the sunset. I captured his silhouette against the light. In this photo, you can see the man, the silhouette, the fabric, or simply feel whatever it evokes in you."
#19. Snapshot: "Power of Splash" by Anandjith T J, India
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "This is called Kalapoottu, a traditional sport festival celebrated by farmers of South India. It is also called Maramadi or Pothottam. These cattle, integral to their farming activities, are cared with great devotion, almost like their children."
#20. Travel: "Arrival" by Wu Zhengjie, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "One day in the year 2458, an astronaut on Kepler-452b is given a mysterious mission: to find a forgotten planet called Earth, where humankind lived 200 years ago."
#21. Portrait: "The Family Tour" by Mithail Afrige Chowdhury, Bangladesh
Shot on OnePlus 5 – "A family was traveling to capital city Dhaka, Bangladesh from shirajgong district during Eid vacation for the first time. When the train stopped at airport railway station, they were all puzzled and curious watching so many people at the station."
#22. Portrait: "Woman with a Headscarf" by Ao Zhuowen, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "A Central Asian woman in a traditional indigo headscarf stands at the bazaar. She has deep eyes and a striking, well-defined face. Her smile shows the unique elegance of a Central Asian woman."
#23. Fashion: "Flora" by Different, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "Drifting quietly in a sea of mosaics, with a piece of lawn used as a blanket and flowers as a hat."
#24. Unfading Moment: "Growing Old with You" by Latter, China
Shot on OPPO Find X7 Ultra – "An old couple watch gently drifting jellyfish at a small aquarium."
#25. Unfading Moment: "New Birth" by Tao Guokai, China
Shot on OPPO Find X6 Pro – "A baby grasps the hand of her grandma."
#26. Youth Special Award: "Wonder in the Winter" by Ayibo, China
Shot on OPPO Find X6 Pro – "Longing to learn how to drive, I arrived at the driving school early in the morning. As I approached the car, I was pleasantly surprised to find a thin layer of snowflakes covering the vehicle, each with unique shape and texture. The contrast between the blue tones of the dawn and the warm tones of the sunrise is a subtle metaphor: no matter how cold the winter night might be, the warmth of the sunshine will always break through the night and bring a renewed sense of hope. I couldn’t help reaching for my OPPO phone to capture this wonderful moment."
