Apple is reportedly testing a 200MP camera sensor for future iPhone models, according to an exclusive leak from Digital Chat Station on Weibo. This move marks a significant step in Apple’s camera technology, as the company traditionally waits for new tech—like Samsung’s ISOCELL 200MP sensor introduced in 2023—to mature before adopting it.
Currently, many Android smartphones such as the Vivo X200 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 Ultra use 200MP sensors primarily for periscope telephoto cameras or flagship primary cameras. Apple’s potential use of a 200MP sensor hints at a major upgrade in the iPhone’s camera capabilities, possibly positioning this as the new primary camera for upcoming models.
The leak also reveals Apple’s ambitious 3-year redesign plan for the iPhone lineup. In 2025, the company is expected to change the iPhone’s camera design from the traditional square layout to a horizontal bar, likely to accommodate a new 48MP ultrawide lens.
Looking ahead to 2026, Apple aims to innovate with the Face ID under screen technology, reducing the front display cutout to a single punch-hole for the selfie camera. While this has received some skepticism, the feature could debut as early as the iPhone 17 or iPhone 18 series.
By 2027, the iPhone 19 series may feature a fully hidden front camera and Face ID, embedded completely beneath the display with no visible cutouts—offering users a truly seamless screen experience. However, this design might impact front camera quality, which remains a key consideration.
As Apple moves toward integrating these advanced technologies, iPhone users and tech enthusiasts eagerly await the arrival of the 200MP camera and other groundbreaking upgrades. Stay tuned for more updates on Apple’s evolving smartphone camera innovation and design overhaul.
