Key Takeaways
1. The Nothing Phone (3a) series will include two models: the Phone (3a) and the Phone (3a) Pro, with similar core specifications but different camera setups.
2. Both models will feature a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, a 6.72-inch AMOLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, an IP64 rating, and a 5,000 mAh battery.
3. The main difference in camera features is the introduction of a dedicated telephoto lens, with the standard model offering a 2x zoom and the Pro model providing a 3x optical zoom using a high-quality Sony sensor.
4. Nothing teased the camera design with a tweet showing two unique dot patterns, suggesting that the two models will have distinct appearances.
5. Expected pricing for the Phone (3a) is around INR 25,000 ($288) and for the Phone (3a) Pro, around INR 30,000 ($345).
Nothing is gearing up to unveil the Phone (3a) series on March 4, and new leaks have emerged just before this announcement, shedding light on the camera features of both devices.
Similarities in Specifications
The lineup is anticipated to consist of two models: the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Nothing Phone (3a) Pro. Both phones are expected to have a lot of similar hardware, but they will vary when it comes to camera setups. The core specifications are likely to remain quite alike, featuring a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, a 6.72-inch AMOLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, an IP64 rating for protection against dust and splashes, and a robust 5,000 mAh battery. The main camera will include a 50 MP primary sensor along with an 8 MP ultrawide, staying true to the trend of earlier Nothing devices.
Camera Features of the New Models
According to the latest reports, the primary distinction will be in the third camera. For the first time, Nothing is introducing a dedicated telephoto lens, but how it’s implemented will differ between the two models. The standard Phone (3a) is expected to come with a 2x telephoto camera, while the Pro version is rumored to offer a superior 3x optical zoom with Sony’s Lytia LYT-600 sensor—a 1/1.95″ sensor that was recently seen in the Realme 13 Pro+. This enhancement could provide the Pro model with a significant edge for zoom and portrait shots.
Teaser and Pricing Insights
Recently, Nothing might have hinted at the camera design for the Phone (3a) series. In a mysterious tweet, the company posted images of dots in two unique patterns—one arranged horizontally and another in an L-shape. It remains unclear which design corresponds to the Phone (3a) or the (3a) Pro, but this teaser indicates that the two won’t have identical appearances.
The anticipated pricing for the Phone (3a) in India is around INR 25,000 (about $288), while the Phone (3a) Pro could be priced at INR 30,000 ($345).