Vivo X300 Pro Camera Rivals Ultra Flagships
▼ Summary
– Vivo has launched the X300 and X300 Pro flagship phones, which feature camera setups that closely resemble the more premium Ultra models.
– Both phones use a new 200-megapixel imaging sensor co-designed with Samsung, with the Pro model employing it for a high-spec telephoto camera and the regular X300 for its main camera.
– The X300 Pro’s main camera uses the Sony LYT-828 sensor with a faster aperture, potentially outperforming the X200 Ultra, while the ultrawide camera is a step down in quality.
– Both models support a 2.35x telephoto extender lens, sold separately or as part of a photography kit, and are powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chipset with shared features like fast charging and durability ratings.
– The phones are currently available in China starting at ¥4,399 for the X300 and ¥5,299 for the Pro, with plans to expand to other markets using the new OriginOS 6 software.
Vivo’s latest flagship smartphones, the X300 and X300 Pro, are making waves with camera systems that rival the company’s premium Ultra models. The Pro variant particularly stands out, featuring a camera array that appears nearly identical to what you’d find on the X200 Ultra. A key similarity is the support for the same add-on telephoto extender lens that debuted with the Ultra model earlier this year, bringing a powerful accessory to a more accessible price point.
Imaging capabilities are the central focus for both new devices. Each phone incorporates a new 200-megapixel HPB imaging sensor developed in partnership with Samsung. On the X300 Pro, this high-resolution sensor is dedicated to the 85mm-equivalent telephoto camera, delivering specifications that are strikingly similar to the industry-leading telephoto found on the X200 Ultra, with the only notable difference being a marginally slower f/2.67 aperture. The primary camera might even surpass the Ultra’s, as it utilizes the Sony LYT-828 sensor, which is the direct successor to the one in the previous flagship, and it benefits from a faster aperture for improved light capture.
The sole area where the Pro model takes a step down from the Ultra is in its ultrawide camera. It employs a smaller sensor that is unlikely to match the image quality, particularly in challenging low-light scenarios. However, all three rear cameras on both the X300 and X300 Pro support 4K video recording at 120fps with 10-bit Log, a professional-grade feature set. This comprehensive camera package positions the X300 Pro as a powerful statement from Vivo, effectively channeling the praise earned by its Ultra line into a more affordable offering.
The standard X300 model also boasts an impressive camera system on paper. In this configuration, the 200-megapixel Samsung sensor serves as the main camera, paired with a very fast f/1.68 aperture. It is complemented by a 50-megapixel telephoto lens, alongside the same 50-megapixel ultrawide and selfie cameras found on the Pro version.
A standout feature for both phones is their compatibility with the external telephoto extender. This 2.35x lens attaches to the built-in telephoto cameras via a specialized phone case and mount. When tested with the X200 Ultra, this accessory enabled the capture of extraordinary long-range photographs that were previously impossible on any other smartphone. Its rapid rollout to these new flagships, rather than being reserved as an Ultra-exclusive, is a welcome surprise. The extender is sold separately or as part of a larger Photography Kit, which includes the mounting case and a camera grip with an integrated battery pack.
Under the hood, both devices are powered by MediaTek’s top-tier Dimensity 9500 chipset, a direct competitor to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. They share several other high-end specifications, including 90W wired and 40W wireless charging, IP68 and IP69 durability ratings for dust and water resistance, and advanced ultrasonic fingerprint sensors.
Beyond the camera specifications, the most significant difference between the two models is their physical size. The Pro is a larger device with a 6.78-inch display, while the standard X300 offers a more compact 6.31-inch screen. Both phones are remarkably slim, measuring under 8mm in thickness, with the X300 being just a fraction thinner at 7.95mm. Battery capacities also differ, but Vivo makes an intriguing claim about their new silicon-carbon batteries. The company states that due to efficiency optimizations, the 6,510mAh battery in the Pro and the 6,040mAh cell in the standard model offer battery life comparable to 7,500mAh and 7,000mAh batteries found in competing devices, a claim that awaits real-world verification.
The Vivo X300 and X300 Pro are currently available for order in China, running the new OriginOS 6, which is Vivo’s custom interface for Android. Pricing starts at ¥4,399 (approximately $620) for the X300 and rises to ¥5,299 (around $745) for the Pro model. The telephoto extender lens is a separate purchase at ¥1,299 (about $180), or you can buy the complete photography kit for ¥1,499 (roughly $210).
While the company has not yet confirmed international availability, its flagship models typically launch in other Asian markets and select European countries. In a significant software shift, Vivo has confirmed that the new OriginOS will also launch globally, finally replacing the much-criticized Funtouch OS that has been used outside of China for years. An X300 Ultra is anticipated to arrive in early 2026, though Vivo will face the challenge of finding meaningful ways to differentiate it from the already highly capable X300 Pro.
(Source: The Verge)
