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Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra leak hints at a big shake-up for the selfie camera
Recent leaks suggest that Samsung's Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra will enhance their front camera resolution from 12MP to 16MP, potentially introducing a square sensor akin to the iPhone 17's functionality. While leaks are emerging, the implications for the base Galaxy S27 and S27 Plus remain ambiguous, leaving consumers uncertain.
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Published 3 Jul 2026, 10:40 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Galaxy S27 series expected to launch upgrades for front cameras
- Upgrade shifts resolution from 12MP to 16MP
- Potential adoption of square sensor design
- Uncertainty remains for Galaxy S27 and S27 Plus models
- Previous front camera design has remained unchanged since Galaxy S23 Ultra
Interesting facts
- This would be the first front camera upgrade since the Galaxy S23.
- The rumored 16MP camera might allow functionalities similar to Apple's "center stage".
- Samsung is expected to use in-house displays rather than cheaper alternatives.