Circular camera setup with tilted 200-megapixel sensor

Xiaomi is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of its Xiaomi 15 series in China this month, with the official reveal slated for October 29. The series will have three models: Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 15 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. While the first two devices will debut at the event, the Ultra model will make its full debut in early 2025, according to recent reports. Despite the delay, the leaked design images have already sparked discussions among tech enthusiasts.

Xiaomi 15’s ultra-filtered design raises eyebrows

While the Xiaomi 15 Ultra won’t be fully revealed until February 2025, leaked images (tweeted by well-known leaker Yogesh Brar) have provided a glimpse of its design. The phone features an amazing circular camera module with four lenses, accompanied by the prominent Leica branding. The bold design, however, has generated mixed reactions due to the unusual asymmetrical placement of the lenses.

Here’s a first look at the Xiaomi 15 Ultra

Get:
– 200 MP telephoto lens
– Updated screen
– 6,000 mAh + battery
– Snapdragon 8 Elite
and much more

Via: SmartPrix

Thoughts on the design? pic.twitter.com/hE8XSkZUrY

— Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) October 23, 2024

The camera setup includes a 200-megapixel periscope lens with 4.3x optical zoom, using a Samsung ISOCELL HP9 sensor. Alongside this is a 50-megapixel primary camera, complemented by a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 50-megapixel 2x telephoto lens.

On the front, a 32-megapixel selfie camera is expected. The design also features two horizontally aligned flash LEDs and the Xiaomi logo placed vertically on the back.

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Xiaomi 15 Ultra: features and specifications

Xiaomi’s Ultra model is rumored to feature impressive hardware, focused on improving HDR performance. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the device is expected to deliver top-notch performance.

Battery capacity will likely increase to 6,000mAh, with 90W wired and 80W wireless charging capabilities. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will run on the new HyperOS 2, built on top of Android 15.

As the October 29 event approaches, excitement is building around what Xiaomi has in store for its latest flagship lineup.