Berke İpekçiThe Galaxy S26 Ultra will continue with its 200MP primary sensor, along with the same 50MP ultrawide and 50MP telephoto (5x zoom) cameras as its predecessor. What’s noteworthy now is that recent information about the remaining camera modules has emerged, suggesting Samsung may finally address a camera-related issue that’s persisted on this device series for the past four years. This could be a significant move for the company’s flagship lineup.
Galaxy S26 Ultra Tipped to Get Better Selfie and Telephoto Lenses
Samsung has maintained the same 3x zoom telephoto camera since the Galaxy S21 Ultra, but recent leaks suggest an update is finally on the horizon. As reported by Android Headlines, the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a 12MP sensor for its 3x optical zoom telephoto camera, representing an improvement over the current 10MP camera found in Samsung’s flagship devices. This enhancement signals Samsung’s ongoing commitment to advancing its smartphone photography capabilities.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature an enhanced front-facing camera, though specific details remain under wraps for now. The device’s main 200MP camera will utilize an upgraded lens, and Samsung is also introducing a new laser autofocus sensor. This addition aims to deliver faster and more dependable focusing capabilities, reinforcing the S26 Ultra’s position at the forefront of mobile photography innovation.
Powered by its upgraded chipset, the device now offers the advanced ProVisual Engine, delivering improved photo and video quality. Additionally, Samsung has opted to remove the previously criticized camera rings from the back, resulting in a more refined design.
Powering the Beast: Which Chip Will It Get?
According to the latest information, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is set to launch globally with Qualcomm’s 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 processor. Samsung isn’t offering its own 2nm chip variant this time around. Additionally, there’s an upgraded vapor chamber—now 20% larger—which should deliver better sustained performance. The device will also standardize 16GB of RAM across all storage options, including 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB models. These enhancements position the S26 Ultra as a strong contender in the premium smartphone segment.
Samsung tried a digitizer-free S Pen, but it fell short. So, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will keep the same S Pen as the S25 Ultra — sometimes, no change is the right call.
The latest model reportedly features notably slimmer bezels, offering a more immersive display experience. The device itself is said to be thinner than its predecessor, while still maintaining the robust IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.
