Samsung Galaxy S27: The Ultimate Camera Upgrade with Variable Aperture Technology

Rumors suggest that Samsung is considering bringing back a unique camera feature for upcoming Galaxy S models, possibly influenced by its rival.

According to reports from ETNews, Samsung is exploring the reintroduction of a variable aperture camera in future Galaxy devices.

The variable aperture camera technology was last seen in Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and S10 phones in 2018 and 2019, allowing for aperture switching between f/1.5 and f/2.4. However, Samsung did not continue incorporating this feature in subsequent models.

The decision to reinstate this technology is not driven by nostalgia but rather by competition from its main rival.

Apple is reportedly planning to introduce a similar variable aperture camera in the upcoming iPhone 18 series, potentially prompting Samsung’s response.

Samsung Electronics has allegedly requested variable aperture component samples from various camera module partners.

Although the technology is still in the early stages of development, it is unlikely to be included in the imminent Samsung Galaxy S26 lineup. However, Samsung is reportedly dedicated to implementing it in a future device.

Given the rumors surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro, it is speculated that the technology may debut in the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, as suggested by prominent leaker Ice Universe.

Samsung is not the only company to experiment with variable aperture technology. Other smartphones like the Huawei P60 Pro, Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Sony Xperia Pro-I, and Nubia Z70 Ultra have also featured variable aperture cameras, although some have discontinued the feature in later models.

While variable aperture technology may seem like a gimmick, it offers users the ability to play with depth of field variations and improves performance in low-light conditions by allowing more light to reach the sensor.