Earlier this month, renowned leaker Ice Universe hinted at the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim boasting an “Ultra” camera system, sparking excitement but leaving details shrouded in mystery. Now, adding fuel to the speculative fire, another prominent leak, Sanju Choudhary, claims to possess concrete information regarding the specific sensor configuration of this anticipated mid-season upgrade, which is rumored to replace the customary “FE” (Fan Edition) model in the S25 lineup.
This potential shift from the FE branding to the “Slim” moniker, coupled with the promise of a camera system borrowing heavily from the top-tier Ultra model, has generated considerable buzz amongst tech enthusiasts eager to see how Samsung plans to shake up its mid-range offerings. Choudhary’s leak, while still unconfirmed, provides a tantalizing glimpse into the possible photographic prowess of the S25 Slim, leaving many wondering if it will truly deliver a flagship-level camera experience in a more accessible package.
Rumors are swirling around the camera specifications for an upcoming flagship device, potentially the Galaxy Z Fold7, with conflicting information adding to the intrigue. A significant upgrade is anticipated in the form of a massive 200MP main camera sensor, believed to be the new ISOCELL HP5. However, the exact physical dimensions of this sensor remain a point of contention.
Recent leaks suggest a 1/1.56-inch sensor size, contradicting earlier reports that pointed to a larger 1/1.3-inch sensor, the same as the ISOCELL HP2 found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. This discrepancy leaves room for speculation: either the initial reports were inaccurate, or different sensor sizes are being considered for different devices or models of the same device. The repeated association of the 200MP HP5 sensor with the Galaxy Z Fold7 fuels the expectation that this foldable phone will benefit from this substantial camera upgrade, though concrete details remain elusive until official confirmation.
While both the ultra-wide and telephoto cameras on the upcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra are expected to utilize the impressive 50MP JN5 sensor (featuring a 1/2.76” size and 0.64µm pixels), some conflicting reports suggest the use of a similar JN3 sensor with 0.7µm pixels.
However, this difference is relatively minor. A more significant distinction between the current and upcoming S Ultra models and the anticipated Galaxy S25 Slim lies in the telephoto camera configuration: the S25 Slim will reportedly feature only a single telephoto lens, unlike its Ultra counterparts.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently confirmed previous rumors, suggesting that the upcoming “Slim” periscope camera module for the iPhone 15 Pro Max will indeed feature a 3.5x optical zoom. This new telephoto lens is expected to utilize Samsung’s innovative All Lenses on Prism (ALoP) design, a technology freshly unveiled by the company. Unlike conventional periscope systems where the lenses sit behind the prism, ALoP inverts the arrangement, placing the lenses in front.
This shift is anticipated to allow for a slimmer camera module, hence the “Slim” moniker, while potentially offering improvements in light capture and image quality. This development marks a significant change in telephoto lens technology for iPhones, and if implemented, could set a new standard for smartphone zoom capabilities.
