vivo X300 Ultra Launches with Near 1-Inch 35mm Camera and Enhanced 200MP Telephoto
vivo has officially unveiled the X300 Ultra, the latest iteration in its flagship smartphone series. While maintaining the core design and triple-camera philosophy of its predecessors, the new model delivers substantial refinements, particularly in its imaging hardware, software, and video capabilities, positioning it as a powerful tool for mobile photography and videography.
Camera System: A Leap in Sensor Size and Telephoto Tech
The camera array remains a 14mm ultrawide, 35mm main, and 85mm telephoto setup, but both the primary and telephoto lenses receive significant hardware upgrades. The headline feature is the new 35mm main camera. It now utilizes a much larger 1/1.12-inch 200MP Sony Lytia 901 sensor, a substantial increase from the previous 1/1.28-inch 50MP unit, bringing it remarkably close to a 1-inch sensor size. This larger sensor, combined with a new 1G+6P lens coating said to reduce reflectivity by 20% and a CIPA 6.5-rated stabilization system, promises superior light capture and detail. The lens aperture is f/1.85.
The 85mm periscope telephoto also sees a key upgrade. It retains a 200MP resolution but now uses Samsung's newer ISOCELL HP0 sensor. This change brings claimed benefits including twice as fast autofocus (60 updates per second), reduced power consumption, and the debut of a 3° Gimbal-Grade Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) system with a CIPA 7.0 rating. The lens for this module has an f/2.67 aperture. The 14mm ultrawide camera appears to be carried over from the previous model.
Advanced Video and Pro-Grade Accessories
The X300 Ultra introduces several professional-grade video features. It supports multi-focal 4K video recording at 120fps in 10-bit Log format, with vivo's Log being compatible with the ACES professional post-production workflow. The phone also features full focal length OIS across all cameras and supports the import of 3D Look-Up Tables (LUTs) for custom color grading.
Complementing the onboard camera is a new suite of accessories. vivo has announced two new teleconverters: a 400mm "Cannon 400" and a more compact 200mm "Lipstick 200" lens. These attach to the phone's telephoto camera to dramatically extend its reach. A new "vivo Imaging Grip Kit" is also available, functioning as a video cage and physical grip for enhanced handling during shooting.
New Color Science and Core Specifications
Underpinning the imaging experience is vivo's new color science. It utilizes data from a dedicated 50MP True Color Lens with 12 spectral channels for pixel-level color accuracy. A "Smooth EV dynamic compression" algorithm processes multi-frame HDR data to preserve highlight and tonal detail. The system allows for personalized color tuning, offering styles ranging from filmic to vivid through a new Photography App with a built-in 3D LUT library.
Beyond imaging, the X300 Ultra features a 6.82-inch 3168x1440p Ultra XDR AMOLED display with a 1-144Hz adaptive refresh rate. The design is cleaner than before, with the removal of the dedicated capacitive camera button. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with either 12GB or 16GB of RAM. A large 6,600mAh battery supports 100W wired and 40W wireless FlashCharge technology.
Conclusion
The vivo X300 Ultra represents a focused evolution, doubling down on the series' photographic strengths. The move to a near 1-inch sensor for the main camera and the integration of a next-generation telephoto sensor are clear attempts to push mobile imaging boundaries. Coupled with pro-level video features, a sophisticated new color engine, and expandable lens options, the X300 Ultra is positioned not just as a smartphone, but as a comprehensive creative tool for enthusiasts and content creators seeking top-tier mobile photography and videography performance.