With the iPhone 17 launch now behind us, attention has shifted to the Samsung Galaxy S26 series with new leaks pouring in every other day. We’ve now got more details on the top-of-the-line Galaxy S26 Ultra model.
Just yesterday, Ice Universe noted that the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a downgraded 10 MP sensor for its 3x telephoto camera. Now, the tipster has followed up with new details about the 5x telephoto unit.
Galaxy S26 Ultra leaked render
The Galaxy S26 Ultra will use the same 50 MP sensor from the Galaxy S25 Ultra for the 5x telephoto camera, the tipster claims. The 1/2.52″ 0.7μm 50 MP sensor was also used on the S24 Ultra and Samsung could use it on the Galaxy S27 Ultra as well.
Galaxy S26 Ultra rumored to sport a thicker rear camera bump
It looks like the Galaxy S26 Ultra may not offer any major camera improvements, which is sure to disappoint many users. However, a recent rumor claimed that the camera bump on the upcoming Ultra would be twice as thick as that of the S25 Ultra. Will Samsung improve some of the other two cameras? Only time will tell.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy S26 series in January next year, with the lineup rumored to include the Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge, and Galaxy S26 Ultra.