According to information received by The Indox, Samsung is preparing to introduce a major change in the camera department of its upcoming flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Reports suggest that this time, the company might use Sony’s 1/1.1-inch 200MP camera sensor, which would be technically different from and far more advanced than any previous Galaxy Ultra model.
Until now, Samsung has relied on its own ISOCELL technology. However, if this change happens, it won’t just be a hardware upgrade but a strategic shift, a decision that could redefine Samsung’s vision and priorities in the smartphone camera segment.
Given Samsung’s traditional camera design, such a large sensor also raises several questions, especially concerning how the device’s thickness, camera module, and periscope lens can be balanced together.
But the most significant revelation is the size and power of Sony’s sensor. This 1/1.1-inch camera sensor is not only capable of capturing more light but is also known for delivering better results in low light, more detail, and DSLR-like bokeh quality. Its diagonal size is approximately 17mm, with an active area of around 14mm x 10.5mm, which is even larger than the current 1-inch sensor.
Moreover, technical experts believe that if Samsung fine-tunes this sensor with its camera software and image processing algorithms properly, the Galaxy S26 Ultra could write a new chapter in mobile photography history.
However, some reports also mention that due to design and thermal configuration challenges, this upgrade might be delayed until the Galaxy S27 Ultra. But the intensity of the discussions makes it clear that Samsung is no longer just competing—it is moving forward with the intent of claiming the crown of mobile photography.
The Indox believes that if this sensor is introduced in the Galaxy S26 Ultra, it will mark a historic turning point in Samsung’s camera philosophy—and will likely compel other brands to establish new benchmarks as well.
