New Leaks Reveal Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultras Game-Changing 200-Megapixel Sony Camera Sensor

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is anticipated to debut in January next year, with early leaks already providing insights into what the flagship has to offer. According to the latest information, enhancements to the camera are planned for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The top-tier model is expected to come with a new, larger 200-megapixel primary camera sensor. The successor to the Galaxy S25 Ultra is likely to be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 processor and 16GB of RAM.

Chinese insider Fixed Focus Digital shared on Weibo that the forthcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra will have a 1/1.1-inch 200-megapixel Sony CMOS sensor. This sensor is anticipated to serve as the primary camera. This alleged 1/1.1-inch 200-megapixel sensor would significantly outperform the 1/1.3-inch sensor present in the Galaxy S25 Ultra and earlier models.

The anticipated camera sensor could significantly improve image quality when compared to existing 200-megapixel cameras. This would signal a notable change in Samsung’s approach to imaging, as the company has typically utilized its proprietary 200-megapixel sensors for the Galaxy Ultra models.

Recently, there were reports suggesting that the Galaxy S26 Ultra may feature a 200-megapixel ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor. Additionally, the device could include a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, a 12-megapixel 3x telephoto sensor, and a 50-megapixel periscope camera capable of 5x optical zoom. It is also expected to sport the next-generation ProVisual Engine.

Specifications of Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (Rumored)

Samsung is likely to unveil the Galaxy S26 Ultra in early next year with enhancements over the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The device could be introduced alongside the Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy S26. There are rumors circulating that the company is planning to phase out the Plus variant next year.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is projected to be driven by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chipset, which is anticipated to be announced in September this year. It is expected to come with 16GB of RAM. The device is also likely to receive an IP68 rating for protection against dust and water. It’s speculated that it will retain the 6.9-inch display of its predecessor, likely featuring slimmer bezels.