It depends on the circumstances. For ad-hoc, impromptu pix, the smartphone is great, except when it isn't, e.g. wanting more telephoto reach. The pro modes are

It depends on the circumstances. For ad-hoc, impromptu pix, the smartphone is great, except when it isn't, e.g. wanting more telephoto reach. The pro modes are reasonably capable. When traveling and expecting to shoot landscapes, a compact with 5x zoom. If shooting in studio, then DSLR with prime lenses. I used to shoot 35mm film, so I still spend time with framing, composition, vantage point, etc; then shoot. I find it easier to get the pix right instead of needing to fine tune on a computer.