Emir BardakçıAccording to recent reports on supply chains, a 200MP 1/1.28-inch domestically produced periscope camera is already under testing, which signifies a massive change in flagship smartphone imaging. Industry sources note that this sensor is more likely to show up first on an upcoming Honor flagship and not on a Xiaomi model, contrary to earlier rumors. In fact, there were earlier leaks that attached this technology to the Xiaomi 17 Ultra but later reports have unraveled that assumption as incorrect.
New 200MP Domestic Periscope Enters Testing Phase
The information came from famous Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station, who said a 200MP periscope solution featuring an approximately 1/1.28-inch sensor size is already in active testing. Judging by the discussion within the comments, it’s widely believed that the prototype device belongs to Honor. That means Honor might become one of the first brands to commercialize this next-generation telephoto technology, especially in the ultra-flagship segment.
Technically, a 1/1.28-inch sensor coupled with a periscope lens is an excellent balance between light intake, optical zoom capability, and thickness of the device. This is likely to improve long-range photography by a huge margin, especially under difficult lighting conditions.
Domestic Sensor Suppliers Gain Momentum
Additional context provided earlier indicated that flagship smartphones next year will still use 1-inch main camera sensors, while domestic suppliers are expected to contribute more to telephoto innovation. It is said that several new 200MP sensors are in development, including the SmartSens SCC80XS and OmniVision OV52A / OV52B, all with 0.61μm pixels and a 1/1.28-inch format.
Importantly, these sensors are designed from their inception to feature periscope lens structures-a trend also taking shape within the industry as a whole, whereby there is a reduction in dependence on overseas components for imaging without sacrificing resolution and optical performance.
SmartSens and OmniVision Production Timeline
SmartSens officially introduced the SCC80XS 200MP CMOS image sensor on October 16. Targeting both the main and secondary cameras for high-end smartphones, this allows great flexibility for the manufacturer that may wish to deploy multiple 200MP camera solutions. Meanwhile, OmniVision’s OV52A production line is scheduled to go into mass production in the first half of next year, using domestically developed manufacturing processes while also supporting primary and telephoto roles.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Rumor Explanation
While earlier speculation suggested that this might be a 200MP domestic periscope sensor for Xiaomi in the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, new information reviewed in recent leaks by sources focused on Xiaomi suggests this is now no longer correct. Xiaomi is still working on advanced imaging solutions, but this particular sensor is now more closely aligned with Honor’s roadmap.
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lol the selling point for Xiaomi yoinked by Honor. 🤣