What's new with the Galaxy S26 Ultra camera compared to the S25 Ultra?

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The Galaxy S26 Ultra retains the same sensor lineup but features significant aperture and processing improvements over the S25 Ultra.

Main Camera (200MP) Upgrades

| Spec | S26 Ultra | S25 Ultra | |------|-----------|-----------| | Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.7 | | Light capture | +47% | Baseline | | HDR | Multi-frame | Standard |

Result: Dramatically better low-light photos and improved 200MP image quality.

Telephoto Improvements (50MP 5x)

• 37% brighter than S25 Ultra
• Enhanced 10x "optical quality" digital zoom
• Cleaner 100x Space Zoom with AI noise reduction
• ProScaler technology for better detail

Video Capabilities

| Feature | Specification | |---------|---------------| | 8K recording | 30fps (new APV format) | | 4K recording | Up to 120fps | | Nightography | Enhanced low-light | | Super Steady | Real-time gyro stabilization |

New Software Features

• Audio Eraser now works in Instagram, YouTube, Netflix
• ProVisual Engine for improved detail retention
• ProScaler for cleaner digital zoom

The Bottom Line

Samsung focused on wider apertures and smarter processing rather than new sensors. The f/1.4 main camera delivers noticeably better low-light performance, making this a worthwhile upgrade for photography enthusiasts.