In recent years, smartphone camera sensors have significantly increased in size, with the latest trend being the introduction of 200MP cameras. Samsung currently leads the market in supplying these high-resolution sensors.

Interestingly, while the company has developed 200MP telephoto cameras, it has not incorporated them into its Galaxy phones. Instead, these advanced sensors are primarily featured as the main sensor in Samsung’s “Ultra” models, such as the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Instead, Samsung focuses on selling these sensors to other smartphone brands. Despite having the technology available, Samsung has opted for a more conservative approach regarding the camera specifications of its devices.

Currently, the company offers telephoto sensors named HP3, HP5, and HP9 but saves their usage for select models rather than integrating them into its wider range of smartphones. This cautious strategy may be in response to the market’s slower adoption of 200MP telephoto cameras.

Recently, however, there has been a shift, particularly in the Chinese smartphone market, which appears ready to fully embrace this technology. Reports indicate that Chinese manufacturers are planning to ramp up the use of 200MP zoom sensors in their flagship devices.

For instance, the vivo X200 Ultra has made headlines for featuring a 200MP periscope lens that offers impressive zoom capabilities. According to well-known leaker Ice Universe, the HP3, HP5, and HP9 telephoto cameras will soon become widely adopted among prominent Chinese smartphone brands.

Given that these manufacturers are integrating high-quality sensors into their top-tier devices, consumers can expect remarkable performance from these cameras. Brands like Vivo have already gained acclaim for producing outstanding camera experiences.

As for Samsung, it remains uncertain whether the company will eventually apply its cutting-edge 200MP technology in its own Galaxy devices. As a pioneer in smartphone camera zoom, it would be exciting to see how Samsung might innovate in this space moving forward.