Leading smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi is reportedly set to maintain the 1-inch primary camera sensor in its next-generation flagship devices. In contrast, the much-anticipated 1.33-inch sensor (not to be confused with 1/1.33 inches) is currently still in the research and development stage.
The Future is 1.33-Inch, but Not Just Yet
According to Digital Chat Station, Nubia’s 35mm primary camera (Check out our full review on Nubia Z50 Ultra) with its innovative algorithm outperforms certain characteristics of the 1-inch sensor. This intriguing development suggests that Nubia’s forthcoming flagship smartphone could potentially be a standout contender in the market.
First introduced in the Xiaomi 12S Ultra in late 2022, the Sony IMX989 1-inch sensor marked a significant shift in smartphone technology. Throughout 2023, the 1-inch sensor has been adopted more extensively, with a range of models from Xiaomi, including the Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Ultra, as well as devices from other manufacturers like the OPPO Find X6 Pro and vivo X90 Pro+. In fact, Xiaomi currently leads the pack with the highest number of models featuring a 1-inch main camera sensor. Beyond Xiaomi, both Sony and Sharp have also integrated 1-inch sensors into their devices.
As for Xiaomi’s release plans, it appears that the company will deviate from its previous pattern of launching new “S” suffix variants in the latter half of the year. Speculations indicate that Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship could be the Xiaomi 14 series, which is rumored to include three models: the Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro, and Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Each of these devices is expected to be unveiled at individual events.
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