Xiaomi 15 Ultra Aims to Disrupt Mobile Photography with Leica Partnership
Mexico City – Xiaomi’s latest flagship, the 15 Ultra, is making waves with it’s advanced camera system co-engineered with Leica, challenging the dominance of conventional DSLR cameras in the mobile photography space. Released this week, the device boasts impressive video recording capabilities and a high-resolution front-facing camera, alongside a powerful processor and extended battery life, positioning itself as a top contender in the premium smartphone market.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra isn’t just another smartphone upgrade; it’s a deliberate attempt to redefine mobile imaging. Reviewer Rafael García awards the device a qualification of 9, praising its performance and photographic capabilities, noting it “tries to fight” for a top spot despite not currently ranking among the leaders in Dxomark’s assessments.The phone features a rear camera system developed in collaboration with Leica, and offers video recording in resolutions ranging from 720p at 30 frames per second to 8K at 30 frames per second.
the device’s video capabilities extend to 1080p at 60 frames per second and 4K at 120 frames per second. A dedicated “Movie” mode allows users to adjust image brightness and apply filters for creative effects.
Selfies are addressed with a 32MP front-facing camera (OV32B) featuring an f/2.0 aperture, a 21mm equivalent focal length, and a 90° field of vision, designed for group shots and social media content.
Beyond the camera, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra offers a high-performance experiance. García, a veteran of the video game industry with over 25 years of experience and contributions to media outlets like Televisa and Milenio, highlights the phone’s robust performance, excellent screen quality, and outstanding battery life.
though, the design, particularly the white color variant tested, receives some criticism. garcía notes the silver chrome finish gives the phone a resemblance to a camera rather than a smartphone, a design choice that may not appeal to all users.
