What you need to know
- Early rumors claim that Samsung is considering removing its 3x telephoto option on the Galaxy S27 Ultra.
- The tipster claims that the lens is “just gone” and that the company may be considering promoting its ultrawide camera.
- Previous rumors have said that the Ultra’s primary 200MP lens may benefit from a new ISCOELL HP6 sensor as well as “new technologies.”
We’ve had few Galaxy S27 Ultra camera rumors so far, but the latest says Samsung may shake things up and drop some hardware as a result.
rumor spread from X Tipster Ice UniverseWhich claims Samsung is targeting the telephoto lens of its next Ultra for an alleged makeover (via). 9to5Google). The tipster says that the company may remove its lower-end telephoto sensor, which would result in a 3x zoom option. Ice Universe has highlighted the public scrutiny of this lens, stating that the “often mocked” lens, “noted for being small and flimsy”, will be removed.
This has left many users on the Additionally, others highlight that the Ultra’s other lenses, like the 200MP main lens and 5x telephoto, can pretty much handle the job for you. The publication reported another report by a tipster, in which he claimed that the ultrawide of the S27 Ultra may be getting an upgrade.
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Supposedly, this particular lens could be the same “new generation” version that is set to appear on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 this summer.
There are a lot of camera rumors
Another rumor touts this “new generation” or “new technology” line, As claimed in a report, the main camera of the Galaxy S27 Ultra may also get an upgrade. Looks like we should still expect 200MP; However, Samsung may upgrade the sensor from ISOCELL HP2 to ISOCELL HP6. It will be placed on top of the 1/1.3-inch format. As for the “new technologies” part of the rumor, the tipster didn’t expand on what that might look like.
From the sounds of it it seems like we should expect an increase in the photography or videography capabilities of the phone. We’re a year away, so it’s time to see how it develops. Another camera rumor for the Galaxy S27 series suggests that Samsung may be reworking its design. Reportedly, this redesign will enable the new Qi2 magnetic charging. Rumors on this are not spreading completely yet. There is reportedly a possibility that Samsung may abandon the idea to avoid additional costs.
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In a way, I agree with how some users on social media have reacted to this rumor; The 3x option may have been in an awkward position compared to other lenses. There’s also a possibility that Samsung may ditch the 3x and focus on its other lenses. A better upgrade may come as it doesn’t require focusing on a fourth option. This could be a good thing.
