As the iPhone hype continues, it’s worth noting that while the latest must have gadget arguably combines more features in a user intuitive package than any previous generation device, that doesn’t necessarily mean that it performs those tasks better than other devices.

Choosing just the right mobile device comes down to choosing exactly what features you’ll use the most. For a phone meant just for good old voice talking, obviously the less complicated the better.

And those with photography always on their mind would probably appreciate having a top-notch camera feature set built in to the phone, even if it means skimping on other techie features. Granted, no cell phone is ever going to replace the pro photo gear, but even having decent point and shoot snapshot capability with a real lens and a flash would be a plus.

Here are 3 camera phones that out shoot the iPhone in an instant:

Nokia N95

This Nokia has a great set of photo features, including:

• 5 megapixel sensor
• Carl Zeiss lens
• Built in WiFi for uploading pictures

Sony Ericsson K790a

You can’t go wrong with this CNET Editors’ Choice featuring:

• 3.2 megapixels
• Powerful Xenon flash
• Image stabilization technology

LG enV VX9900

While not quite as competitive in the megapixel department, this camera phone is still praised for its photo quality. Worth taking a look anyway.

• 2 megapixel camera
• Blue reducing auto focus
• Built in Flash

Also, if you’re seriously considering a new device, you might consider waiting for the recently rumored Samsung SGH-G800 5 megapixel cameraphone. And we all know that iPhone will get even better with the second generation.

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