Samsung’s forthcoming Ultra flagship might introduce significant changes to its camera design, according to recent leaks. Although the Galaxy S26 Ultra was launched just a few months ago, discussions about its successor, potentially named the Galaxy S27 Ultra, are already emerging. Rumors suggest that Samsung might remove the 10-megapixel 3x telephoto camera from the new model, a feature that has been standard in previous Galaxy S Ultra devices, providing 3x optical zoom with PDAF and OIS support. This potential change could indicate a shift in Samsung’s strategy for its high-end smartphones.
Currently, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is equipped with a quad-camera system, including a 200-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens. The front camera is a 12-megapixel unit for selfies and video calls.
Beyond camera adjustments, the next Ultra model might feature a customized Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset, promising enhanced performance and power efficiency compared to its predecessor. Battery improvements are also anticipated, with Samsung possibly adopting silicon-carbon battery technology to increase capacity without enlarging the device’s size or weight. The Galaxy S26 Ultra currently has a 5,000mAh battery.
As of now, Samsung has not confirmed any specifics about the rumored Galaxy S27 Ultra.
