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Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra Leaks Suggest Potential Camera Changes
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In Short: Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to feature a new camera setup, while Apple is rumored to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro Max with significant camera upgrades.

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to feature a new camera setup, according to recent leaks. While the Galaxy S26 Ultra already boasts a 200MP main camera, the S27 Ultra is rumored to undergo a significant overhaul, potentially upsetting long-range zoom enthusiasts.
In contrast, Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro Max, which is expected to bring a new A20 Pro chip, a larger battery, and major camera upgrades, including a rumored variable aperture system.
Samsung's strategy for the Galaxy S27 Ultra is shifting quickly, with the company reportedly sticking with its reliable setup of a 10MP 3x optical lens paired with a high-resolution 50MP 5x periscope camera. However, internal changes to the chassis are giving engineers space for a larger battery or improved primary optics.
Recent details around the Samsung 200MP ISOCELL HPC sensor on the Galaxy S27 Ultra indicate that the company is doubling down on massive single-sensor resolutions to handle multiple focal lengths. This strategy is part of a broader shift in the Ultra series, which has traditionally focused on long-range photography dominance.
For years, the Ultra series was known for having two separate telephoto lenses, giving it a distinct edge over competing flagships. However, industry reports suggest that the Galaxy S27 Ultra might feature a single, larger sensor capable of handling multiple focal lengths, potentially disrupting this traditional advantage.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to go head-to-head with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, targeting buyers looking for the biggest possible smartphone display. Both devices are expected to feature large, high-resolution displays with adaptive refresh rates.
While the iPhone 18 Pro Max specifications, pricing, and features are based on rumors and leaks, the Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to bring significant changes to its camera setup. These changes could include a new variable aperture system and a larger sensor capable of handling multiple focal lengths, potentially redefining the smartphone photography landscape.
What's confirmed
- The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to feature a new camera setup, according to recent leaks. While the Galaxy S26 Ultra already boasts a 200MP main camera, the S27 Ultra is rumored to undergo a significant overhaul, potentially upsetting long-range zoom enthusiasts.
- In contrast, Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro Max, which is expected to bring a new A20 Pro chip, a larger battery, and major camera upgrades, including a rumored variable aperture system.
- Samsung's strategy for the Galaxy S27 Ultra is shifting quickly, with the company reportedly sticking with its reliable setup of a 10MP 3x optical lens paired with a high-resolution 50MP 5x periscope camera. However, internal changes to the chassis are giving engineers space for a larger battery or improved primary optics.
- Recent details around the Samsung 200MP ISOCELL HPC sensor on the Galaxy S27 Ultra indicate that the company is doubling down on massive single-sensor resolutions to handle multiple focal lengths. This strategy is part of a broader shift in the Ultra series, which has traditionally focused on long-range photography dominance.
- For years, the Ultra series was known for having two separate telephoto lenses, giving it a distinct edge over competing flagships. However, industry reports suggest that the Galaxy S27 Ultra might feature a single, larger sensor capable of handling multiple focal lengths, potentially disrupting this traditional advantage.
- The iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to go head-to-head with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, targeting buyers looking for the biggest possible smartphone display. Both devices are expected to feature large, high-resolution displays with adaptive refresh rates.
- While the iPhone 18 Pro Max specifications, pricing, and features are based on rumors and leaks, the Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to bring significant changes to its camera setup. These changes could include a new variable aperture system and a larger sensor capable of handling multiple focal lengths, potentially redefining the smartphone photography landscape.
What's still developing
- Nothing material beyond the confirmed record.
