Rumors surrounding the upcoming Galaxy S25 series, particularly the Galaxy S25 Ultra, have begun to circulate, even though its release is still some time away. One intriguing rumor suggests that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will be equipped with a revamped 50 MP telephoto lens featuring 3x optical zoom.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Camera Enhancements
Recent leaks from tipster Ice Universe indicate that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will boast a 50 MP ultrawide sensor. According to the leak, this sensor will measure 1/2.52″ and feature a pixel size of 0.7μm. Additionally, it will have a wider f/1.9 aperture to improve light capture capabilities.
In comparison, the existing Galaxy S24 Ultra includes a 12 MP ultrawide camera with a sensor size of 1/2.55″ and an f/2.2 aperture.
Advantages of the Enhanced Resolution
The current 12 MP ultrawide sensor fails to meet the 33.2 MP minimum resolution requirement needed for 8K video recording. However, with the anticipated 50 MP sensor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra could potentially support 8K video recording using both the main and ultrawide cameras. This improvement would also contribute to better video stabilization thanks to the ultrawide lens’ broader field of view.
While the 50 MP resolution offers various advantages such as space for electronic image stabilization (EIS) when capturing 8K footage, there is a drawback: the field of view could become narrower. Nevertheless, combining the ultrawide lens with digital stabilization might yield smoother 8K video results.
Comprehensive Camera Setup
Besides the 50 MP ultrawide and 3x telephoto cameras, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will continue to feature the 50 MP 5x periscope telephoto and the 200 MP main camera from the Galaxy S24 Ultra. This configuration could permit 8K video recording from all four rear cameras, with a potential option for switching lenses during recording.
The inclusion of a 50 MP ultrawide sensor will also enable photo cropping without significant loss of detail, akin to the capabilities showcased by Samsung's high-resolution main cameras.
