The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra might not be reinventing the wheel with its camera hardware, but if leaks are to be believed, it’s set to refine what’s already there with a dash of new tech. The information comes from a leaker on X named @AssembleDebug, who claims to have dug up the camera specs from the smartphone’s core files, as initially reported by NotebookCheck.

Here’s what we’re looking at:

• Main camera: A 200MP Isocell HP2, unchanged from its predecessor, promising detailed shots but with expectations for improved software processing.
• 3x telephoto: A 12MP Sony IMX 754, which might seem modest but has proven its worth in previous models for portrait photography.
• 5x telephoto: A 50MP IMX 854, offering high-resolution zoom capabilities that should excel in capturing distant details.
• Front camera: The 12MP Isocell S5K3LU continues to hold the selfie fort, potentially enhanced by software for better selfies and video calls.
• Ultrawide camera: Here’s where the upgrade shines – a new 50MP Isocell S5KJN3 sensor. This is a significant leap from the 12MP sensor of the Galaxy S24 Ultra, with a larger 1/1.57-inch sensor compared to the previous 1/2.52-inch, promising better low-light performance and wider shots.

This new ultrawide sensor could be a game-changer for landscape and architectural photography, offering more detail and light capture.

However, the hardware isn’t the only story here. Samsung has been pushing the envelope with software, particularly with Galaxy AI, which could significantly enhance photo quality, color accuracy, and post-processing capabilities.

Samsung also teased a new technology in November called ALoP (All Lenses on Prism), which aims at improving portrait photography through advanced lens and prism structuring for better light management and compactness. Whether this tech will make its way into the S25 Ultra remains to be seen, but it’s an exciting prospect.

With Samsung’s Unpacked event rumored for January 22, we won’t have to wait long to see these specs in action. Beyond the camera, there are whispers of other enticing upgrades. The Galaxy S25 Ultra might feature a refined, more rounded design, a slightly larger 6.9-inch display, and it’s set to be powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 8 Elite, which should bring performance improvements across the board.

However, there’s a cloud on the horizon: potential price hikes. The Galaxy S24 Ultra started at $1,299, and if the new model sees an increase, it might test the patience of even the most dedicated Samsung fans. Given the current economic climate and competition in the high-end smartphone market, Samsung will need to justify any price increase with substantial enhancements.