Sony LYTIA-818 sensor powers 50MP ultrawide on vivo X300 Ultra

Han Boxiao, vivo's Product Manager, shared internal images confirming the X300 Ultra's 50MP ultrawide camera using Sony's LYTIA-818 sensor. This large 1/1.28-inch unit offers improved video stabilization rated at CIPA 6.0, an upgrade over last year's CIPA 5.0 standard. The sensor also enhances low-light performance, crucial for versatile photography. A hidden fourth sensor, possibly a 5MP multispectral unit, is concealed behind an emoji, promising better color capabilities.

Expected to launch in China later this month, the phone may debut globally around the same time. Powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC, details on battery life remain unconfirmed. The camera upgrades signal vivo's push into premium features, though specifics on the hidden sensor and global availability are still pending.