vivo has officially teased the X300 Ultra and X300s, the company’s next-generation flagship camera smartphones designed with professional photography and videography capabilities. Positioned as camera-centric devices that blur the line between smartphones and professional cameras, the new models emphasize revolutionary telephoto zoom technology, modular accessory ecosystems, and creator-focused features. After showcasing the devices at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, vivo has confirmed visual details including the new Film Green color scheme and compatibility with ZEISS-developed teleconverter lenses offering unprecedented mobile zoom capabilities. Industry sources suggest the X300 Ultra, X300s, and vivo Pad6 Pro tablet will officially launch on March 30, 2026, with market availability beginning on April 3.
Professional V Camera Phone Design Philosophy
vivo executive Han Boxiao explained that the X300 series represents a departure from conventional smartphone design, incorporating camera-centric principles across hardware selection, photography systems, video capabilities, color science, and image quality optimization. The company refers to the X300 Ultra as a “professional V camera phone” while positioning the X300s as a more compact “super V camera phone,” with “V camera phone” denoting vivo’s concept of smartphones designed with a camera-first approach.
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Both the X300 Ultra and X300s feature a new Film Green color finish that blends classic photographic aesthetics with modern smartphone design, creating a distinctive appearance that pays homage to traditional camera equipment while maintaining contemporary styling. This retro-meets-trendy design language sets the devices apart in the crowded flagship segment.
The rear camera module retains a large circular design housing the comprehensive imaging system. The X300 Ultra features a professional-grade camera bump that emphasizes function over minimalism, accommodating the advanced sensor array and supporting the external teleconverter attachment system.
Revolutionary ZEISS Teleconverter Technology
The centerpiece of vivo’s announcement is the vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 system, which includes two professional-grade teleconverter lenses designed to transform the X300 series into true camera replacements for photography enthusiasts and content creators.
The 400mm teleconverter, developed exclusively for the X300 Ultra in partnership with ZEISS, represents the world’s first smartphone teleconverter with an equivalent focal length of 400mm. This massive lens attachment delivers up to 17x in-sensor optical zoom capability, pushing the boundaries of mobile telephoto photography. With in-sensor cropping technology, the zoom range can extend to approximately 800mm or 30x lossless digital zoom while maintaining exceptional detail and image quality. When digitally cropping to a calculated focal length of up to 1600mm, the system still preserves usable image quality thanks to the combination of high-resolution sensors, low-loss cropping algorithms, and advanced computational photography.
The 200mm teleconverter offers a more compact and lightweight alternative for photographers prioritizing portability over maximum zoom range. This 2.35x telephoto lens provides professional-quality reach suitable for portraits, street photography, and medium-range subjects. Importantly, the 200mm teleconverter maintains backward compatibility with the vivo X200 Ultra and X300 Pro, ensuring existing users can benefit from the new accessory ecosystem without upgrading devices.
The teleconverter system integrates seamlessly with vivo’s V-mount accessory standard, providing secure attachment and precise optical alignment. However, users can only utilize one focal length at a time, with vivo choosing this approach to reduce system complexity and maintain reliability.
Gimbal OIS and Advanced Stabilization
For image stabilization during extreme telephoto shooting, vivo implements a gimbal OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) system that mechanically compensates for movements and vibrations. This advanced stabilization technology is essential for achieving sharp handheld shots at 400mm focal lengths where even minor movements would typically result in blurred images. Motion tracking autofocus further enhances the telephoto shooting experience by maintaining focus on moving subjects.
Dual 200MP Camera System
The vivo X300 Ultra is rumored to feature dual 200-megapixel rear cameras, marking it as one of the first flagship smartphones with dual 200MP main cameras. The camera system reportedly includes a 200MP Sony LYT-901 main sensor with a large 1/1.12-inch sensor size and 35mm equivalent focal length, a 200MP Samsung HPB periscope telephoto camera at 85mm with ZEISS APO certification for minimizing chromatic aberration, a 50MP Sony LYT-828 ultra-wide lens, and a multispectral sensor for enhanced color accuracy.
ZEISS APO (Apochromatic) optical standards ensure high optical precision and minimize color errors, positioning the X300 Ultra firmly in the premium photography segment. The massive 200MP resolution on both primary and telephoto cameras enables flexible cropping without sacrificing detail, supporting the advanced zoom capabilities.
Professional Camera Cage and Video Rig
Beyond teleconverter lenses, vivo has partnered with SmallRig to develop a comprehensive Pro Video Rig Kit transforming the X300 Ultra into a professional video production tool. The modular camera cage features dual ergonomic handles with integrated Bluetooth-controlled shutter buttons and zoom levers for stable operation, multiple cold shoe mounts for attaching accessories, quick-release connections for microphones, LED lights, external monitors, and external SSDs, physical buttons for precise manual control of shutter and zoom functions, and an integrated multi-stage active cooling fan to regulate temperature during extended 4K/8K video recording sessions.
This accessory ecosystem positions the X300 Ultra not merely as a smartphone but as a modular camera platform suitable for serious content creation, social video production, and mobile filmmaking.
Display and Performance Specifications
The vivo X300 Ultra is expected to feature a 6.82-inch 2K+ (2712 x 1220 pixels) BOE flat LTPO OLED display with 144Hz adaptive refresh rate, ensuring smooth scrolling and responsive touch input. The X300s reportedly sports a slightly smaller 6.78-inch 144Hz BOE Q10 Plus OLED panel.
Powering the X300 Ultra is the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor built on an advanced fabrication process, while the X300s is expected to utilize the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset. Both processors deliver flagship-level performance for demanding photography processing, AI-enhanced imaging, and intensive multitasking.
Battery and Charging Technology
Battery capacity represents a significant upgrade, with the X300 Ultra rumored to pack a 6600mAh battery while the X300s could feature an even larger 7100mAh cell according to leaker Digital Chat Station. Both devices support 100W wired fast charging and 40W wireless charging, minimizing downtime despite the massive battery capacities.
Video Capabilities
The X300 Ultra supports native 10-bit Log recording across all three cameras, enabling smooth tonal transitions and film-like texture that avoids the harsh oversharpening typical of smartphone video. This professional video format provides maximum flexibility for color grading in post-production.
vivo X300 Ultra and X300s specifications
X300 Ultra:
- 6.82-inch 2K+ BOE flat LTPO OLED, 144Hz
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor
- 200MP Sony LYT-901 main camera (1/1.12″, 35mm)
- 200MP Samsung HPB periscope telephoto (85mm) with ZEISS APO
- 50MP Sony LYT-828 ultra-wide camera
- Multispectral sensor
- 400mm ZEISS teleconverter (17x optical, 30x lossless digital)
- 200mm teleconverter (2.35x optical)
- Gimbal OIS, motion tracking AF
- 6600mAh battery, 100W wired, 40W wireless charging
- 10-bit Log video recording, satellite communication
- Professional camera cage with SmallRig
X300s:
- 6.78-inch BOE Q10 Plus OLED, 144Hz
- MediaTek Dimensity 9500 processor
- 200MP camera system
- 200mm teleconverter support
- 7100mAh battery
- Symmetrical dual speakers, powerful vibration motor
Launch timeline and availability
The vivo X300 Ultra, X300s, and vivo Pad6 Pro are expected to officially launch on March 30, 2026, with market availability beginning April 3. The X300 Ultra will be the first Ultra model to launch globally beyond China, with confirmed international rollout planned for 2026.