Motorola Signature: A DXOMARK Gold-Labeled Camera in an Ultra-Thin Design

Motorola’s new Signature series is making waves in the smartphone market, earning a DXOMARK Gold Label for its exceptional camera performance. Released in January 2026, the Motorola Signature distinguishes itself as having the best camera among ultra-thin phones currently tested, offering a compelling blend of imaging prowess and sleek design.

Key Features and Specifications

The Motorola Signature boasts a sophisticated imaging system, combining four 50MP sensors with AI-enhanced software and Dolby Vision support. It also features Pantone Validated color accuracy, ensuring exceptional color reproduction in photos, and videos. Key camera specifications include:

• Primary Camera: 50MP sensor, 1/1.28″ sensor size, 1.22µm pixels, 24mm equivalent lens with f/1.68 aperture, and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
• Ultra-Wide Camera: 50MP sensor, 1/2.76″ sensor size, 0.64µm pixels, 12mm equivalent lens with f/2.06 aperture.
• Telephoto Camera: 50MP sensor, 1/1.953″ sensor size, 0.8µm pixels, 71mm equivalent lens with f/2.48 aperture and OIS.

Beyond the camera, the Motorola Signature features a 6.x inch screen, dimensions of 162.1 x 76.4 x 6.99mm, and is available with 256GB, 512GB, or 1024GB of storage. It supports 5G connectivity, Dual SIM functionality, is water-resistant (IP68 protection), and offers wireless charging.

DXOMARK Camera Scores and Rankings

The Motorola Signature achieved an overall DXOMARK camera score of 164, securing its position as the 8th best smartphone camera globally and the 8th in the Ultra-Premium category (>$800) as of January 2026. DXOMARK highlights the phone’s well-rounded camera performance, adapting effectively to various use cases, and its ability to capture high-quality images even in low-light conditions.

Here’s a breakdown of the sub-scores:

• Photo: 170
• Main: 175
• Bokeh: 170
• Ultra-Wide: 161
• Tele: 153
• Video: 154

Strengths and Weaknesses

Pros:

• Well-rounded camera performance across different scenarios.
• Excellent image quality in low-light conditions.
• Pleasing portrait photos with natural background blur.

Cons:

• Minor exposure instabilities in video recording.
• Lack of fine detail at shorter telephoto ranges before switching to the tele module.

Use Case Performance

The Motorola Signature excels in various use cases, achieving a score of 169. It particularly shines in portrait photography and low-light photography and videography, earning top scores in these areas.

Availability

The Motorola Signature is available now.