# OPPO Photography Awards 2025: “Dialect” Wins Gold Prize

URL: https://technosports.co.in/oppo-photography-awards-2025-dialect-wins/  
Published: 2025-12-15  
Updated: 2025-12-15  
Author: Hardik Dhamija

[OPPO](https://www.oppo.com/in/)announced the winners of its 2025 Photography Awards on December 15, showcasing how smartphone cameras are revolutionizing visual storytelling. Nearly 2 million entries from 87 countries competed, making it the competition’s largest edition yet.

The winners will be celebrated at the global finale in Cairo, Egypt on December 18, 2025, where creators worldwide gather to honor mobile photography excellence.

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## 2025 OPPO Photography Awards Winners

| **Award** | **Winner** | **Project Title** | **Prize** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Gold** | Boooya | Dialect – The Fading Voice | $25,000 + OPPO flagship devices |
| **Silver** | Ray Cheung | Person from Another Place | $11,000 + OPPO Find X8 Ultra |
| **Bronze** | Abdullah Salah | Timeless Framing | $2,800 + OPPO Reno14 5G |
| **Total Winners** | 60 photographers | Various categories | Category Awards + Regional/Audience Choice |

## Gold Winner Captures Cultural Crisis

Photographer Boooya’s “Dialect – The Fading Voice” claimed the top prize for documenting disappearing language traditions through mobile photography. The series captures traditional opera performances and generational linguistic gaps, transforming an auditory cultural crisis into compelling visuals.

“The disappearance of language is the disappearance of culture,” noted the jury, highlighting the project’s social importance. Boooya receives $25,000 and OPPO’s latest flagship devices to support future creative work.

Discover more about smartphone photography innovations and how mobile technology empowers visual creators.

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## Mobile Photography Reaches New Heights

“Mobile photography is more than a tool—it has become a global stage for creative voices,” said Ling Liu, OPPO Overseas CMO. The competition’s theme, “Super Every Moment,” encourages photographers to find extraordinary stories in everyday life.

Judges praised entries for emotional depth and technical finesse. “I’m impressed by photographers’ remarkable frame control and rich emotions evoked. Almost hard to believe they were captured with mobile phones,” one judge remarked.

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## Expanded Recognition Categories

The 2025 edition introduced new awards including Honorable Mention, Audience’s Choice, and Regional Awards. Sixty photographers gained recognition across eight categories: Snapshot, Youth, Live Photo, Connection, Portrait, Vibe, Photo Series, and Environment.

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Powered by OPPO’s [LUMO](https://technosports.co.in/?s=LUMO)Image Engine, the devices deliver natural rendering of light, depth, and detail—enabling creators to craft stories that feel intuitive and human.

## FAQs

### **What was the winning photo at OPPO Awards 2025?**

Boooya’s “Dialect – The Fading Voice” won Gold for documenting disappearing language traditions.

### **How many entries did OPPO Photography Awards 2025 receive?**

Nearly 2 million entries from 87 countries participated in the competition.