Samsung Galaxy S26's camera is being renewed: But in a different way!

Samsung is preparing to unveil its next-generation Galaxy S26 series next year, and the countdown has officially begun. Recently, there has been a noticeable increase in leaks related to the upcoming smartphones. Today, another one has surfaced, revealing a key detail about the standard model in the series.

Galaxy S26’s Main Camera Is Getting an Upgrade, But Resolution Will Remain the Same

New information about the Galaxy S26 series has emerged. Previous rumors suggested the lineup could feature a telephoto setup with a 3.5x and 8x lens combination or a single 200 MP telephoto sensor capable of long zoom ranges through digital cropping. However, the latest developments indicate that the standard Galaxy S26 will come with a new 50 MP main sensor.

Considering the Galaxy S25 already features a 50 MP main sensor, the upcoming model’s resolution won’t change. Instead, Samsung plans to upgrade the ISOCELL GN sensor model it has been using for the past three years.

Sources say the new main sensor will still belong to the ISOCELL GN series. It’s expected to feature larger pixels, potentially offering sharper images and better low-light performance. However, some skepticism remains as ISOCELL GN sensors haven’t seen significant size increases over the years, raising questions about the real-world impact of the upgrade.

For reference, here are the Galaxy S25’s technical specifications:

Galaxy S25	Details
Processor	– Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite – Exynos 2500 (varies by region)
GPU	Adreno 830
Display	6.2-inch AMOLED 2X LTPO, 120Hz, HDR10+ support
Rear Camera	– 50 MP main camera with OIS and AI enhancements – 12 MP ultra-wide camera – 10 MP 3x telephoto camera
Front Camera	12 MP selfie camera
Battery	4000 mAh, 25W fast charging, wireless charging support
USB Standard	USB-C (USB 3.2)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, 5G
Operating System	Android 15-based One UI 7
Other Features	IP68 water and dust resistance