Samsung Galaxy S7 focused on using 23 megapixel Sony camera sensor

Samsung stands ready to use what’s probably the best feature of the Sony Xperia Z5, the 23 MP camera sensor, on its latest flagship, the Galaxy S7. The company could replace it own 20 MP Isocell camera sensor with the highly rated IMX300 sensor by Sony.

Samsung might not completely eliminate the Isocell sensor featuring the new RWB color pattern for enhancing light sensitivity in the Galaxy S7 but use it alongside Sony’s sensor, according to Tech Radar. There has been no official announcement on the move. But rumours hint Samsung may use the two sensors depending on the region and model.

Sony's new IMX300 sensor, which can be found in all three variants of the latest Xperia Z5, has been highly rated by industry experts at DxOMark, a French imaging firm specializing in mobile phone cameras. The Xperia Z5 has the “best mobile photo and video scores to date”, according to a report it published on Sep. 30.

The smartphone comes packed with a whopping 23 MP primary camera that can capture 5520 x 4120 pixel images and video at 2160 pixels per 30 frames per second (fps); 1080p per 60fps and 720p per 120fps. Moreover, the IMX300 sensor sports a 192-point hybrid autofocus system that provides the fastest focusing time (0.03 seconds), reports Phone Arena.

The Xperia Z5 has other notable camera features including LED flash, Phase-detection autofocus with touch and the impressive panorama stitch. The DxOMark testing lab awarded the Xperia Z5 a praiseworthy 87 points for impressive autofocus, flash, good exposure and detailed images in low-light, revealed the Sony Xperia Blog.

Samsung has been preparing to begin mass production of its new Galaxy S7 and is eyeing a release of the smartphone in January 2016, reported ET News. The report also mentioned the phone might be launched in four variants to cater to a varied target market. The variants are Premium, Sub-Premium, Mid-Range and Low-End.

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