Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max Leak: Major Camera Upgrades Revealed

Key Takeaways

1. Xiaomi is expected to launch the 18 series flagship phones in late September or early October.
2. The Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max are rumored to feature dual 200 MP cameras, setting them apart from the Xiaomi 17 series.
3. Currently, Xiaomi’s non-Ultra models have three 50 MP rear cameras, while the Ultra model includes a 200 MP telephoto camera.
4. Details on the implementation of the dual 200 MP cameras in the new models are still unclear.
5. Xiaomi will also introduce replacements for the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra later this quarter.

The Xiaomi 18 series might still be more than six months away from its launch. However, rumors are buzzing about what the company might be planning for its upcoming flagship phones. A prominent leaker, Digital Chat Station, has provided insights into how Xiaomi intends to set apart the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max from their predecessors, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max.

Testing New Features

In a post on Weibo, Digital Chat Station mentioned that Xiaomi is experimenting with setups that include dual 200 MP cameras. Although the leaker hasn’t named the brand directly, the absence of emojis in their message suggests they are discussing not-yet-released Xiaomi products. They also referred to “non-Ultra models,” pointing to the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max specifically.

Current Camera Specs

At this point, Xiaomi’s non-Ultra flagship models come with three 50 MP rear cameras. In contrast, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a standout 200 MP telephoto camera, along with advanced 50 MP primary and ultra-wide-angle lenses.

Future Expectations

So far, Digital Chat Station hasn’t given more details on how Xiaomi plans to incorporate these dual 200 MP cameras in the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max. However, history indicates that both models are likely to have 200 MP primary and telephoto cameras instead of 200 MP ultra-wide or front-facing ones. The Xiaomi 18 series is not predicted to hit the Chinese market until late September or early October. Meanwhile, Xiaomi is set to launch replacements for the Xiaomi 15 (currently priced at $827.50 on Amazon) and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra later this quarter.

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