Camera

The extent of Xiaomi's camera upgrades for the Xiaomi 18 series could stretch to more devices than previously anticipated. According to a reliable leaker, even the Xiaomi 18 could feature dual 200 MP cameras with Leica tunings.

We’ve already seen part of the front and the new teleconverter of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra in action, and now the back has now also been caught in the wild and reveals the new Hasselblad camera setup. Despite the protective case, this new leak reinforces the expected camera design.

Many specs of Vivo's upcoming and globally anticipated Zeiss camera flagship have surfaced in recent days, some already known, but also revealing new information, such as details about the external lens. Alongside the Vivo X300 Ultra, a Vivo X300 Max is also expected to launch, and a vlogging camera in the style of the DJI Osmo Pocket series is even planned for 2026.

The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro has taken a step closer to becoming official. Based on a new leak, the long-awaited vlogging camera will receive a global launch with a US release too.

Best known for its smartphones, Chinese manufacturer, Vivo, has reportedly confirmed that it will be launching a new product category this year. The report says Vivo plans to unveil a vlogging camera that will challenge the likes of the DJI Osmo Pocket series.

Canon is celebrating 30 years of PowerShot compact cameras with a brand-new limited edition of the PowerShot G7 X Mark III. The camera combines a relatively large sensor with a 4.2x zoom lens.

The brand-new DJ-Optical NyctaLux 50mm f/1.0 lens promises an extremely fast aperture at a relatively affordable price. The lens is supposed to be an alternative to the Leica Noctilux and can be used with modern full-frame cameras, at least with an adapter.

Camera sales declined every year from 2017 and 2023. However, this trend now appears to be shifting: Following a modest growth in 2024, sales rose again in 2025, with mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras dominating the market.

Samsung tries to create some anticipation with the first videos for the Galaxy S26 series on Instagram. In three teasers, everything revolves around the improved cameras, whose redesign has now also been officially confirmed. "Nightography" is likely to be front and center in the promotional campaign for Samsung’s 2026 flagship phones.

According to rumors, the Leica M12 will get a stabilized full-frame sensor that's been developed by Leica itself rather than Sony. Leica has now provided new hints about design changes and new features for the Leica M12.

This new and relatively affordable security camera comes with three separate sensors that can monitor larger areas than just a single camera. Each of the cameras is also equipped with multiple LEDs which make it possible to capture color footage even at night.

iPhone users no longer need to look enviously at the souped-up camera flagships from China. From the makers of the Vivo X300 Pro camera kit comes a professional camera kit that transforms an iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 17 Pro into a real camera, optionally with 10x optical zoom and even a memory card slot. A simple upgrade to the iPhone 18 camera kit is also promised.

Leica finally adds a third focal length to the Noctilux series after 60 years. The brand-new Leica Noctilux-M 35 mm f/1.2 lens promises extremely high image quality and speed in a compact format, but Leica also charges a premium for this quality.

Early details about a new DJI action camera have emerged online. A direct successor to the Osmo 360, the Osmo 360 II will depart from its predecessor with longer battery life. The same leak has indicated when the Osmo 360 II will be available, too.

The DJI RS 5 has received a global release. Sold with a variety of combo packages, DJI's new Ronin camera stabiliser does not appear to be coming to the US anytime soon.

Leica Camera, which manufactures cameras such as the Leica M11 and the Leica Q3, is reportedly up for sale. According to the latest information, investment groups from China and Sweden are showing particular interest.

The Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G is one of the top phones in Xiaomi’s current mid-range lineup. For good photos, it sports a camera with a high resolution and zoom feature. But is the image quality really that good in everyday use?

DJI could be preparing to replace its Osmo Pocket 3 vlogging camera sooner than expected. After rumours of delays affecting the Osmo Pocket 4, new information has showcased retail packaging while also confirming the authenticity of earlier leaks.

This will be a really tough year for Samsung and its Galaxy S26 Ultra, especially considering what Chinese brands are bringing to the table in 2026. Oppo, in particular, could revive Samsung's former strengths with its Hasselblad camera flagship, while also sporting an exciting new look.

Has Xiaomi delivered again? This was the question we asked ourselves prior to reviewing the Redmi Note 15 4G. In many areas, such as battery life, display and security updates, it is an absolute winner in view of its €200 price tag. But what about the cameras?

DJI has confirmed initial details about a new global launch event. Scheduled before the end of January, the event is said showcase a device that allows DJI to 'lead the scene' in one way or another.

Early leaks suggest that Insta360 is looking to muscle in on DJI's vlogging camera niche. While DJI is expected to launch the Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4 Pro soon, the so-called Insta360 Pocket has emerged in hands-on images.

The next medium format camera from Fujifilm is expected to offer an even higher resolution than the expensive Phase One XF IQ4. According to the latest rumors from a reliable source, Fujifilm is currently developing a GFX camera with a 180MP medium format sensor.

Versus has uploaded a video of its end-of-the-year blind camera test featuring 12 flagships. The blind test involved photo comparison and voting by Versus' YouTube community in the classic head-to-head knockout style.

For over 50 years, the Leica Noctilux was only offered with a focal length of 50mm, until the range was expanded with the 75mm Noctilux in 2017. In a few days, a particularly fast 35mm Noctilux is expected to follow, and a leak has already revealed details regarding the price and launch date.

The Osmo Action 6 is barely two months old at this point. Nonetheless, new rumours about a true Osmo Action 5 Pro successor have emerged online, with the Osmo Action 6 Pro now anticipated instead of a seventh-generation model.

A new leak has revealed updated details about the long-awaited Osmo Pocket 4. Seemingly, DJI will reserve many of its rumoured upgrades for the high-end Osmo Pocket 4 Pro rather than the cheaper Osmo Pocket 4.

The Await Camera is one of the most unusual compact cameras on the market because, although it is a digital camera, photos are delivered in printed form after a digital "roll of film" has been used up.

Expected to launch globally, the successor to the Vivo X200 Ultra will reportedly deliver far more natural colours in photos and videos thanks to what is said to be the industry’s largest multispectral sensor. The same source adds that a new teleconverter lens is also planned for the Vivo X300 Ultra when it debuts in China, possibly in March.

Oppo's Hasselblad flagship camera, recently reviewed by DxoMark, has knocked the Honor Magic 8 Pro out of sixth place in the ranking of the best smartphone cameras, narrowly missing out on a spot in the top five. In detail, it proves to be a solid, albeit somewhat uninspired camera flagship, sharing similarities with the current Honor flagship.

The RS 5 is DJI's latest gimbal stabiliser for professional camera rigs. Its first fifth-generation release, the DJI Ronin 5 surpasses even the older RS 4 Pro with superior battery life while outperforming the cheaper RS 4 and RS 4 Mini too.

Ricoh has officially set the launch date of the GR IV Monochrome digital camera to February 13, 2026. The 25.74 MP camera is designed to take expressive black and white photos, and comes with a variety of B&W modes and a switchable red light filter.

Thypoch tries to convince customers with its new Ksana 21mm f/3.5, which is an ultra-wide-angle lens for full-frame cameras that is designed to offer high image quality at a relatively affordable price while weighing just 4.6 oz.

The Kodak Printomatic+ point-and-shoot digital camera comes with a built-in Zink printer, allowing users to print and share instant photos anywhere. The camera stores its 10 MP digital photos on a microSD card.

Priced at just under $470, the 7Artisans 75mm f/1.25 II is positioned as a significantly cheaper alternative to the Leica Noctilux-M 1.25/75 ASPH. The new lens promises softer bokeh and features glow-in-the-dark markings.

After more than three years, the Fujifilm X-T5 is finally expected to get a successor. Rumors now point to the launch timeframe of the new system camera with an APS-C sensor, while one retailer hints at an upgrade that some users may have been waiting for.

The Insta360 Link 2 Pro and Link 2c Pro webcams come with AI-powered features and a large 1/1.3-inch sensor that makes it easier for gamers, social media stars, and remote workers to look and sound good in their live video broadcasts and meetings.

Reolink has just announced the launch of a new smart security camera. It offers AI-powered video search using keywords, even without a subscription, and features powerful lighting. Two lenses are on board.

The Fujifilm X half compact camera with a 1-inch sensor, portrait format display, optical viewfinder, and unusual film camera mode is reportedly launching in a white color variant. Initial images now reveal the design of the latest Fujifilm camera in advance.

The DJI Avata 360 is fast approaching. The long-rumoured rival to the Antigravity A1, the Avata 360 has now been pictured with a key feature that the Antigravity A1 lacks. Consequently, the DJI Avata 360 should be usable as both a 360° drone and an FPV drone.

Samsung is set to release the Galaxy S27 Ultra with a significant camera upgrade to help it surpass the Galaxy S25 Ultra and this year's Galaxy S26 Ultra. The first change of its kind in four years, the new camera sensor may still come up short against equivalents found in current Xiaomi and Oppo Ultra-branded flagships, though.

DJI's long-rumoured Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4 Pro have reappeared in new leaks. While the latter has been pictured once again and the former spotted on Amazon, other rumours indicate that DJI may have pushed global launches back again.

Dreame used CES 2026 (the event ended Jan 9) to unveil the Leaptic Cube. This new 8K AI action camera comes with a detachable camera module for remote recording up to 30 m (98 ft.) away using the camera base, which has a built-in LCD screen.

Exclusively on the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung fans can finally look forward to a small but very useful enhancement to the Galaxy camera, as reported by a reliable leaker based on his own experiments with an early Galaxy S26 Ultra test model.

Anyone looking for the best smartphone cameras might also want to check out DxOMark, where the rankings have recently shifted following the recent camera test of the Honor Magic8 Pro. Honor's camera flagship is now in the top 5, right behind the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro, the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra. However, Honor clearly needs to improve in one test category. Update: The ranking has changed once again; the Honor Magic8 Pro is now in 6th position.

The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4 Pro have revealed themselves in a newly leaked image. Rumoured to be released later this quarter, the Osmo Pocket 4 Pro appears to be the first of DJI's vlogging cameras to feature a dual camera set-up.