Vivo is gearing up to unveil the X300 Ultra alongside the X300s in China on March 30, and just days before the official debut, the company has disclosed its most detailed camera specifications yet. The upcoming flagship is being positioned as a breakthrough in mobile imaging, with Vivo describing it as a “new species of professional V-series single-lens camera + pocket camera.”
At a recent Blueprint Imaging Technology Communication Conference in China, Vivo outlined the imaging architecture and hardware innovations that power the X300 Ultra, signaling a major leap over its predecessor.
Advanced ZEISS optics and upgraded ultra-wide camera
The Vivo X300 Ultra introduces a “3+2” ZEISS lens configuration, combining advanced optical engineering with next-generation sensor technology. The ultra-wide camera is built around a large 1/1.28-inch Sony LYTIA 818 sensor, delivering improved light capture and enhanced image clarity.
It also integrates Vivo’s third-generation VCS bionic spectrum technology, paired with ZEISS T* coating to reduce reflections and improve color accuracy. The device achieves CIPA 6.0-level image stabilization, ensuring sharper shots even in challenging conditions. Notably, Vivo claims a 100% increase in light intake compared to the previous generation, highlighting a significant upgrade in low-light performance.
Vivo X300 Ultra’s 200MP primary sensor brings major imaging leap
The primary camera is one of the standout features of the X300 Ultra. It uses the Sony LYTIA 901 sensor, marking the first time a smartphone is expected to feature a 200MP sensor of this size (1/1.12-inch).
Vivo has enhanced the optical stack with a 1G+6P lens structure and ZEISS T* coating, reducing reflectivity by up to 20%. The sensor itself also benefits from notable improvements, including a 30% increase in single-pixel light sensitivity and a 32% boost in full well capacity (FWC).
Additional technologies such as Low Noise 4 multi-noise reduction and DCG HDR further refine image processing, helping deliver better dynamic range and cleaner images in both bright and low-light environments.
Periscope telephoto and new ZEISS teleconverter system
For zoom photography, the Vivo X300 Ultra packs a powerful 200MP periscope telephoto camera using the Samsung HP0 sensor (1/1.4-inch). This module features gimbal-level image stabilization with a CIPA 7.0 rating, along with a 300% increase in light intake. Despite its high resolution, it maintains a pixel size of 0.56μm, balancing detail and performance.
Vivo is also introducing an upgraded G2 ZEISS teleconverter, designed to enhance long-range photography. The new module offers a 200mm focal length and features a compact, lightweight design for seamless integration. It uses a complex 2-group, 15-element optical system and carries ZEISS APO certification for improved optical precision.
Additionally, the G2 Ultra teleconverter extends capabilities further with up to 400mm focal length. It incorporates high-transparency glass, ultra-low dispersion elements, and an aspherical lens to minimize distortion and maximize clarity at extreme zoom levels.
With nearly all hardware details now revealed, the only remaining unknowns are pricing and global availability. Vivo appears to be building strong momentum ahead of the launch, positioning the X300 Ultra as one of the most advanced camera-centric smartphones of 2026.
