Xiaomi 16 rumoured to feature periscope telephoto lens for improved zoom

Xiaomi 16 rumoured to feature periscope telephoto lens for improved zoom

The buzz around the Xiaomi 15 hasn’t even settled and the company’s next-generation flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 16, has already started making headlines as we step into 2025. Rumours about the device, which will likely follow the Xiaomi 15 series, have surfaced online.

If leaks are to be believed, Xiaomi might bring some exciting updates to its camera technology this time around. The Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro were launched in China back in October 2024, powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. These models feature a Leica-tuned triple rear camera system, headlined by a 50-megapixel main sensor. However, one standout feature was exclusive to the Pro version, i.e., a periscope telephoto camera.

As per tipster Smart Pikachu on Weibo, the rumoured Xiaomi 16 might include a periscope telephoto camera in its standard variant, along with the Pro version. What’s so special about the periscope telephoto lens? It allows you to zoom in on distant objects with minimal loss in quality. In 2024, only the Xiaomi 15 Pro model had this feature. It comprises a 50-megapixel 5x periscope telephoto camera with 10x lossless zoom, along with a 50-megapixel primary sensor, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera. On the other hand, the standard Xiaomi 15 comes with a 50-megapixel primary camera, a regular telephoto camera, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle shooter. If the rumours hold true, Xiaomi might be aiming to make this “pro” camera feature more accessible in its next release.

The Xiaomi 15 series brought a lot to the table beyond cameras. Both models are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and run on Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2 atop Android 15. They’re also built to last, with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. The standard Xiaomi 15 comes with a 6.36-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and up to 3,200 nits. Meanwhile, the Pro version takes things up a notch with a 2K OLED display. Under the hood, the Xiaomi 15 packs a 5,400mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, while the Pro model has an even bigger 6,100mAh battery with the same charging speeds.

To recall, the Xiaomi 15 was launched in China at a starting price of CNY 4,499 (roughly Rs. 53,000), while the Xiaomi 15 Pro was launched at a starting price of CNY 5,299 (roughly Rs 62,000). Both phones are expected to launch in India by March 2025.Honda Cars India Reports 20% Sales Growth in 2024, Sets Export Record

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