Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra camera is reportedly undergoing major testing. According to early reports, Samsung may add an extra coating to the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera sensor, which could help reduce lens flare and improve skin tone accuracy.
The company appears to be focusing on improving the existing camera lens rather than replacing the sensor with a new one. Such coatings are commonly used to reduce unwanted reflections when light hits the lens from certain angles.
By adjusting or adding these ultra-thin layers, manufacturers can reduce lens flare and ghosting without changing the physical design of the camera module.
According to the report by Ice Universe(Weibo China), it also indicates changes in skin-tone rendering, an area where smartphone cameras usually need careful tuning. Color adjustments are largely handled through software and can vary based on lighting conditions, camera modes, and even regional preferences.
Samsung has often relied on post-launch updates to improve image processing. This approach suggests that stable early hardware could give the company more room to fine-tune camera performance through software over time.
A recent report also suggests that the Galaxy S26 Ultra may introduce new AI features within its camera system, enabling more advanced photo editing and image generation. The latest testing is said to focus on improving low-light photography, with better noise control and clearer images.
Camera quality and refinement are expected to see major improvements in 2026, as brands like Xiaomi and Huawei continue to focus on camera development. Devices such as the Xiaomi 16 Ultra and Huawei Pura 90 series are reportedly working on better lens quality and image tuning to reduce noise and deliver higher-quality photos.
Galaxy S26 Ultra Camera Still Rely on Optimization
Other brands are taking a different approach to camera improvements by focusing on new hardware. Huawei’s Pura 90 series is expected to use a large 1-inch sensor, while upcoming global models such as the Xiaomi 16 Ultra and Vivo X300 are also rumored to feature new camera sensors.
In contrast, Samsung appears to be focusing on refining its existing sensor through lens coatings and software optimization rather than introducing a completely new sensor.
As with all early leaks, these details should be treated as preliminary. Samsung typically continues internal testing until close to launch, and final specifications may evolve before the Galaxy S26 series is officially announced.
