4. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra focuses on low-light performance and video upgrades.
It has wider apertures: the 200MP main sensor gets an f/1.4 lens, and the upgraded 50MP ultrawide gets an f/1.9 lens.
This allows more light capture for cleaner photos and improved Nightography video in dim environments.
The zoom setup includes a 10MP 3x telephoto and a 50MP 5x periscope lens.
The S26 Ultra is the first Galaxy device to support the Advanced Professional Video (APV) standard for efficient compression.
It also features upgraded Super Steady stabilization, native AI editing tools, and a front-facing camera with a new AI Image Signal Processor for accurate skin tones in mixed lighting.
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5. Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Xiaomi's collaboration with Leica continues with the 17 Ultra. It has a circular camera module housing a quad-camera array.
The main camera uses a 1-inch type sensor with variable aperture, supported by three 50MP lenses for ultra-wide, 3x telephoto, and 5x periscope.
Image processing is handled by Xiaomi's custom Surge chip, tuned for Leica's color science and contrast-heavy look with minimal shutter lag.
The Photography Kit adds a case with a two-stage shutter button, zoom lever, and 67mm filter thread.
6. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
The Pixel 10 Pro XL showcases Google's computational photography. It has a 50MP main sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide, and a 48MP 5x telephoto lens.
The Tensor G5 chip and custom Imaging Signal Processor enable software tools like Camera Coach, which suggests framing and lighting adjustments in real-time.
Features include Auto Best Take, Magic Cue for group shots and action photos, 100x Pro Res Zoom, and 8K video recording through Video Boost processing.
7. Vivo X300 Pro
The Vivo X300 Pro is a more accessible alternative to the Ultra model.
It is the first phone to use the 50MP Sony LYT828 main sensor, paired with a 50MP ultra-wide and the same 200MP periscope telephoto lens found on the X300 Ultra.
It relies on Vivo's custom V3+ and VS1 dual imaging chips, effective for 4K HDR cinematic portrait videos.
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The X300 Pro is compatible with the Zeiss 2.35x telephoto extender kit for physical lens attachments.
