200MP Sensors for Ultra-Premium Phones are Coming

China’s leading image sensor manufacturers are preparing for a significant breakthrough in the mobile camera market with the introduction of new 200MP Sensors. According to the latest information from reliable industry sources, companies SmartSens and OmniVision are working on a new generation of high-resolution sensors designed to compete directly with established solutions from Sony and Samsung.

Well-known tipster Digital Chat Station reports that multiple 200-megapixel models are currently in development, alongside a new 50-megapixel 1-inch sensor. A common feature across these upcoming components is the implementation of LOFIC technology (Lateral Overflow Integration Capacitor), aimed at improving dynamic range and performance in challenging lighting conditions.

Focus on Periscope Cameras: 200MP Sensors

Among the revealed models, SmartSens’ SCC80XS and OmniVision’s OV52A and OV52B stand out. All three models share identical core specifications: a resolution of 200 megapixels and a 1/1.28-inch format.

These sensors are reportedly optimized for use in periscope telephoto cameras, suggesting that smartphone manufacturers are seeking ways to achieve high-quality zoom without sacrificing detail. The source claims that three out of the top five Chinese smartphone brands are already actively testing these sensors for their future devices.

For context, the SCC80XS model, which launched in October 2025, is built on a 22nm process with a pixel size of 0.61μm and supports advanced HDR and autofocus features.

Entering the “Ultra” Segment: 1-Inch Sensors

Beyond telephoto solutions, SmartSens is preparing a direct assault on the main camera segment of ultra-premium phones. The SCC90XS model is described as a more advanced version of the 200MP sensor with next-generation LOFIC support.

Even more ambitious are the plans for two new one-inch sensors—the SC5A6XS and SC5E0XS. Both models are tipped to feature a 50-megapixel resolution combined with upgraded LOFIC technology. If SmartSens succeeds in bringing these sensors to mass production, they could represent a serious alternative to Sony’s IMX989 and LYT-900 sensors in future flagship models, with a focus on superior low-light performance.

The naming convention confirms the origin of the components, where the prefix “SC” denotes SmartSens and “OV” refers to OmniVision. These developments clearly indicate that Chinese manufacturers are rapidly closing the technological gap with market leaders, and their products could define camera performance on flagship phones throughout 2026.