The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is about to make its first appearance at the end of this month in China. As the launch date draws near, we can expect more solid information to come out about this device. Today, a fresh image of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, which takes inspiration from Leica cameras, was spotted on Chinese social media. The photo reveals a unique dual-tone design that gives off a vibe of a professional photography setup.
Design Influences
The image of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra reflects a design borrowed from the Leica M1 rangefinder camera. Just like the Leica, the 15 Ultra boasts a striking silver-black dual-tone finish, which is likely crafted from glass and leather materials. This design choice not only enhances aesthetics but also adds to the premium feel of the device.
Camera Features and Specifications
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is equipped with a large round camera module that almost fills the entire upper section of the device. This module includes a pill-shaped LED flash, the Leica logo, and four cameras, one of which is a periscope telephoto lens. With a possible 6,000mAh battery, the device’s weight might exceed 200 grams, making it a solid piece of tech.
The text found beneath the Leica branding, stating “LEICA VARIO-SUMMILUX 1:1.63-26/14-100 ASPH,” gives us insights into the camera performance of the 15 Ultra. This flagship phone features a Leica Summilux lens, with a primary camera aperture of f/1.63, which is the same as its earlier model, according to insider Experience More.
Telephoto and Ultra-Wide Angle Specs
The periscope telephoto lens has an aperture of f/2.6, with a 100mm equivalent focal length and an effective aperture of f/9.828. It also has a physical focal length of 26.4mm, which can be compared to Samsung’s earlier 10x zoom setup. Meanwhile, the ultra-wide-angle lens offers a 14mm focal length, making it slightly narrower than the last generation’s model.
For comparison, Vivo’s similar aperture is f/10.09 with a focal length of 22.49mm, while Honor holds the record for the largest equivalent aperture for telephoto lenses at f/7.1.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is anticipated to launch alongside the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra car on February 28 in China.
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