Xiaomi is expected to unveil the Xiaomi 15 Ultra by the end of this month. Ahead of the launch, Xiaomi founder, chairman and CEO, Lei Jun, has shared the first camera sample from the device on Weibo, showcasing its capabilities in low-light conditions. The image suggests significant improvements in night photography, particularly with the periscope telephoto lens.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s periscope telephoto lens in action
The shared sample was taken using the 100mm periscope telephoto lens of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and not the primary sensor. Therefore, it appears that it was captured with the rumoured 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HP9 periscope camera.
This sensor, featuring a 1/1.4-inch size, utilizes 4×4 pixel binning technology to enhance low-light performance, allowing detailed and sharp telephoto shots in dark environments. It is also expected to support 4.3x optical zoom and 100x AI-enhanced digital zoom, making it one of the most advanced periscope telephoto cameras in the industry.
Lei Jun previously stated that the Xiaomi 15 Ultra would bring groundbreaking advancements in night photography, suggesting that its periscope camera may set a new standard in low-light telephoto imaging. The sample image appears to confirm these claims, with impressive clarity, controlled noise levels, and well-balanced highlights.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s specifications and price (expected)
Beyond its camera, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is said to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a 2K micro-curved display, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, and support for satellite communication, with the top variant offering Beidou dual-satellite connectivity.
The 15 Ultra’s camera setup will include a 50-megapixel LYT-900 main sensor, a 50-megapixel Samsung JN5 ultra-wide lens, a 50-megapixel IMX858 telephoto lens, and a 200-megapixel Samsung HP9 periscope telephoto sensor. It may pack a 6,000mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging support.
Lei Jun also hinted at a possible price hike due to increasing research and component costs. The previous Xiaomi 14 Ultra launched at 6,499 Yuan (~$890) and given the current trends, the 15 Ultra is expected to be priced higher. However, the exact pricing will only be confirmed at launch, expected later this month.
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