You'll find a camera on board even the most basic of phones these days, but if you're a keen mobile photographer you'll want more than just the basic snapper. Fortunately, Nokia is renowned for the strength of its cameras, and offers plenty of choice regardless of your budget. Join us after the cut as we help you choose the best Nokia camera smartphone for you.

So what makes Nokia's camera phones so special? In a word – quality. From the Carl Zeiss optics to the top-notch image sensor and the intuitive on-board software, Nokia's cameras deliver everything the mobile photography enthusiast could wish for.

Let's take a closer look at the pick of the bunch:

High-end Nokia camera smartphone: Nokia N8

No contest on this one, as the Nokia N8 isn't just the best Nokia camera smartphone around, it's the best camera phone on the market, period. And sure, that 12-Megapixel sensor is a great start, but this is about more than just counting numbers.

The f/2.8 aperture and 5.9mm focal length rival a lot of full-blown digital cameras, while the Xenon flash and on-board manual controls provide bags of flexibility for the mobile photographer.

Check out our Nokia N8 Camera Review

Mid-range Nokia camera smartphone: Nokia C6-01

An 8-Megapixel sensor gets things off to a good start on the Nokia C6-01, and the fact that this is a full focus camera means there's no lag between pressing the shutter button or tapping the screen and the Nokia C6-01 taking the shot.

Of course, the acid test is the photos themselves, and you won't be disappointed: the Nokia C6-01 takes bright and vivid shots without a hint of over-saturation.

Check out our Nokia C6-01 Camera Review

Entry-level Nokia camera smartphone: Nokia X2

Not too many entry-level phones can match the Nokia X2's 5-Megapixel camera sensor, and while there's no auto-focus, that means the camera is quick and responsive to start up. Colours are rich and generous, and the on-board flash comes in handy for low-light shooting.

The number of on-board settings you can tinker with also belies the Nokia X2's budget billing, and while it's no match for Nokia's more premium handsets, for the price you're paying you'll struggle to find better.

Check out our Nokia X2 Camera Review

Worth considering: Nokia C7?

The Nokia C7 doesn't quite stand out for its camera smarts like the flagship Nokia N8, but it's still a versatile and powerful performer. Full-frame focus means you're always ready to take a shot at a moment's notice, and the 8-Megapixel resolution translates to incredibly sharp images at normal sizes, or the ability to blow up your pics to A4 or larger without loss of detail.

Check out our Nokia C7 Camera Review

Are you a keen mobile photographer? Which Nokia makes a picture-perfect camera companion for you? Let us know in the Comments!