Stunning details emerge on Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s 200MP main camera

Samsung is swiftly preparing to launch the Galaxy S25 series early next year. The upcoming phones are now being tested across different platforms. Samsung seems to have recently tested the Galaxy S25 Ultra and its 200MP sensor on Camera FV-5.

Recently, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra was spotted on Camera FV-5, revealing the 200MP sensor specs. Notably, the US carrier variant surfaced in the listing, which revealed focal length, aperture, resolution, and more.

Here’s a breakdown of the data:

Lens

• 23.2 mm (35mm equivalent): Offers a standard focal length for balanced perspective and clarity.
• 6.3 mm (actual): Indicates the physical focal length of the lens.
• ƒ/1.7 aperture: Ensures excellent low-light performance and depth of field control.
• EIS: Provides steady video recording and reduces blur in photos.
• Field of View (FoV):
  • 75.7º (horizontal): Captures wide scenes effectively.
  • 60.5º (vertical): Complements the horizontal FoV for a balanced frame.
• 1× Magnification Factor: Indicates no optical zoom for the main lens.

Sensor

• Sensor Area: 71.9 mm²: Ensures ample light-gathering capacity for improved image quality.
• Pitch Size: 2.4 μm: Suggests large individual pixels for better detail and noise handling.

Image Output

• Maximum Resolution: 4080×3060 px: Outputs 12.5MP photos after 16-to-1 pixel binning.
• Picture Format: JPEG/DNG: Supports compressed and RAW image formats for versatility.

Focusing

• Auto/Manual Focus: Provides flexibility for precise focus control.
• Infinity Focus: Yes: Suitable for capturing distant landscapes.
• Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.10 m: Enables detailed close-up shots.
• Hyperfocal Distance: 4.86 m: Maximizes depth of field for sharp focus across distances.

Exposure and ISO

• Manual Exposure Range: 1/11,977 to 1/6 seconds: Covers ultra-fast to relatively slow shutter speeds.
• ISO Range: 12–3200: Offers flexibility for various lighting conditions.
• Maximum Analog ISO: 1500: Delivers good detail retention in high-sensitivity settings.

The S25 Ultra’s primary camera features a 23.2mm equivalent focal length and f/1.7 aperture. By default, the sensor captures shots at 12.5MP, maintaining a maximum resolution of 4080×3060 px. The sensor area is listed at 71.9 mm2.

The listing doesn’t clearly mention the 200-megapixel sensor’s resolution. However, the company is all set to debut its iconic ISOCELL HP2 image sensor in the Galaxy S25 Ultra with some improvements over the previous variants.

Apart from 200MP primary, the S25 Ultra is said to feature a new 50MP (Samsung JN3) ultrawide lens, a 10MP (IMX754) telephoto with 3x optical zoom, and a 50MP (IMX854) periscope with 5x optical and 100x digital zoom.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Main Camera Specs | Source – Camera FV-5