The OnePlus Photography Awards are more than just a competition. They represent a global community of smartphone photographers and a platform for visual storytelling. OnePlus invites all smartphone users to share their unique vision, learn from others and push the boundaries of mobile photography. We believe that images are a universal language and have the power to shape our world.
Competition categories
Motion: Capture every moment
Turn fleeting moments into precious memories.
Capture eternity in time. Share your visual stories of speed, adventure and travel. From the fleeting emotions of everyday life, to the adrenaline rush of a single second, to the beauty revealed in every movement – use your lens to capture your world.
Night and low light: light up your world
When the sun goes down, light up your world.
Experience the breathtaking magic of the nocturnal world and the sparkling atmosphere of low-light environments. Show off your mastery of light and shadow with vibrant cityscapes, starry skies, glittering fireworks and everything in between.
Capture faces as portraits
Take photos of faces that tell stories.
Capture the captivating texture of human emotion. From the joy behind every smile to the stories hidden in every wrinkle, share fascinating portraits of your family, friends and pets. Each picture is an expression in your life story. It evokes emotions that speak to the viewer across cultures and time.
Awards and prizes
Grand Prize Winner: Photo of the Year
The winner will receive a cash prize of USD 10,000, a winner’s certificate, a OnePlus 13 device and the title ‘OnePlus Photography Ambassador’ with the possibility of future collaboration with OnePlus.
OnePlus Group: Winners in the main categories
Gold prize: USD 5,000 * 1 (per category)
Silver prize: USD 2,000 * 2 (per category)
Bronze prize: USD 1,000 * 3 (per category)
All winners will receive a OnePlus 13 device, a winner’s certificate and the title ‘OnePlus Photography Expert’ with the possibility of future collaboration with OnePlus.
Closing date: June 30, 2025