Recent leaks have shed light on the camera specifications of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, which is rumoured to replace the traditional Fan Edition model this year. According to tech leaker Sanju Choudhary, the device will feature an advanced camera setup. This will bring flagship-level photography capabilities to a slimmer profile expected to launch in mid-2025.
The Galaxy S25 Slim’s headline feature will likely be its primary camera, equipped with a new 200MP ISOCELL HP5 sensor. Early reports suggested this sensor might be 1/1.3”, matching the HP2 sensor found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. However, Choudhary’s leak indicates a slightly smaller 1/1.56” sensor. This sensor size has been previously associated with the Galaxy Z Fold7, suggesting Samsung’s commitment to high-resolution imaging across its product line.
For the secondary cameras, the Galaxy S25 Slim will reportedly house two 50MP JN5 sensors with a 1/2.76” size and 0.64µm pixel dimensions. There has been some discrepancy in leaks concerning the S25 Ultra. Where a JN3 sensor with slightly larger 0.7µm pixels was mentioned. But for the Slim, the JN5 is consistent across both the ultra-wide and telephoto units.
A significant departure from its Ultra sibling, the S25 Slim will feature only one telephoto lens, offering a 3.5x optical zoom. This lens will utilize an innovative design called All Lenses on Prism (ALoP), which Samsung has only recently introduced. This new design places the lenses in front of the prism. A reversal of the conventional periscope system, aiming to achieve a thinner profile without sacrificing optical performance.
The choice of these sensors and the implementation of ALoP technology highlight Samsung’s strategy to balance high-end camera capabilities. With design constraints, catering to users looking for premium features in a more compact form factor. This approach not only innovates on the hardware front. But also promises significant advancements in mobile photography for the Galaxy S25 Slim users.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, slated for a release in the latter part of 2025, has the potential to shape the design aesthetics of the subsequent S26 series if it proves popular.
