Leaked details confirm the Xiaomi 15 Pro will boast a triple-camera system, all boasting 50 megapixels each. The main camera steps up with a variable aperture of f/1.4-f/2.5, a significant improvement over the f/1.4-f/4.0 range of the Xiaomi 14 Pro. This wider aperture allows more light in for sharper low-light photos.
The biggest upgrade lies in the addition of a periscope telephoto lens. This lens is rumored to use a Sony IMX8 series sensor, capable of impressive 5x optical zoom for capturing distant subjects in detail. Xiaomi complements this with a Leica Summilux lens, renowned for its optical quality, promising even clearer zoomed-in shots.
The main sensor itself is the powerful OmniVision OV50K. This sensor boasts a large 1/1.3-inch size and 1.2-micron pixels for excellent low-light performance. It also features high gain and CMS (correlated multi-sampling) for capturing detail in dark environments. Additionally, the OV50K supports smooth 120 fps video recording and impressive 60 fps HDR video.
The Xiaomi 15 Pro camera appears to be a significant upgrade over its predecessor. The combination of a larger main sensor, variable aperture, periscope telephoto lens, and Leica optics suggests this phone will be a strong contender for mobile photography enthusiasts.
