Galaxy S27 Ultra may drop dedicated 3x telephoto camera

11 articles · Updated · SamMobile - Samsung news · Apr 30

Tipster Ice Universe says Samsung plans a new 200MP main sensor to handle 3x zoom on its next non-foldable flagship.
The report says Samsung believes the upgraded primary camera can replace the separate 3x optical zoom lens used on the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
If accurate, it would end a feature present on every Ultra model since the Galaxy S21 Ultra, marking a notable camera hardware shift.

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