Latest Galaxy S27 Ultra leak brings good news for low-light shots, bad news for zoom

The latest leak regarding the Galaxy S27 Ultra brings both good and bad news for potential users. According to veteran Samsung tipster Ice Universe, the upcoming device may feature a new 200MP ISOCELL HP6 main sensor, which is built on Samsung's DeepPix-equipped HPC sensor. This new sensor could result in warmer colors, cleaner shadows, better highlight control, and enhanced dynamic range, particularly in challenging lighting conditions.

However, the leak also suggests that Samsung may eliminate the dedicated 3x telephoto camera, opting instead for an immediate jump from 1x to 5x zoom. This change could significantly impact the phone's versatility in capturing distant subjects.

Despite the potential drawbacks, the new leak offers promising improvements in the camera department. The tipster reports that the Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to produce noticeably warmer photos compared to the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This shift in color tuning could provide a more natural and appealing look to images, moving away from the cooler color palette of its predecessor.

Furthermore, the leak hints at enhanced highlight control, particularly for small, bright objects such as illuminated signs or distant lights. Previous reports have indicated that Samsung has made strides in this area, and the new leak appears to confirm these improvements. In comparison to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which could sometimes blow out these details, the S27 Ultra is anticipated to preserve more of their shape and color, resulting in better overall image quality.