Hi, this is Technologytodaynow. According to the latest rumors about the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the top model of the Galaxy S26 series that is expected to be released in the first half of next year, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will reportedly feature the return of the variable aperture used in the Galaxy S9 on the main camera, while the 3x zoom telephoto camera will be removed, leaving just three camera lenses. The 3x zoom will be replaced by a digital zoom on the main camera, and it was expected that the resolution of the telephoto camera will be improved to allow for clearer zoom photos. However, contrary to previous rumors, new reports have come that the S26 Ultra will likely feature few if any camera upgrades.
Concerns over Galaxy S26 Ultra Camera Upgrade
According to a report by Android headlines, the information about the S26 Ultra’s cameras is quite disappointing. The report says that using the word upgrade for the S26 Ultra’s cameras is a bit of an exaggeration.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra’s camera was also a disappointing upgrade, as was the S24 Ultra. The outlet also notes that it’s best to hold off on the S26 Ultra’s camera, which will be released next year. According to the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera details, it will likely feature a 200-megapixel main camera. In addition, the sensor will be the same as the Isocell HP2 sensor found on the S23 Ultra to the S25 Ultra. This means that the main sensor won’t change much for four years.
Galaxy S26 Ultra Main Camera and Sensor Information
However, it is said that the upgraded part will be the application of the new pixel structure and the installation of the new lens. It was previously mentioned that HP2 will use different sensors in the same size as HP2 because the variable cooker is not compatible. If HP2 is reused, there is a possibility that it will not be installed on the S26 Ultra even with variable tightening.
The S26 Ultra prototype, which HP recycled, has a 200MP main camera, an ultra-wide-angle camera 50MP, a 50MP telephoto camera, and a fourth lens, but the resolution is said to be unknown. And in the wireless charging section, the same as the S25 series, it does not have a built-in magnet like Maxafe, but supports Qi2 charging. Also, the case with the magnet is expected to be released separately.
S Pen and wireless charging
Finally, the S Pen will not be discontinued. Although there are reports that Samsung will eliminate the S Pen, it is expected to offer the S Pen at least next year. The new pixel structure and new lenses are expected to improve the camera performance of the Galaxy S26 Ultra over the previous model, but it is a pity that there has been no change for four years.
As for the iPhone 17 Pro, the periscope camera is scheduled to be upgraded, so the iPhone is now expected to be competitive in zoom photos. Xiaomi Ultra is also out now, so I hope you don’t feel too complacent, but for now, we’ll have to wait and see because it’s early information.