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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Will Reportedly Launch With Telephoto and Ultrawide Camera Upgrades

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Will Reportedly Launch With Telephoto and Ultrawide Camera Upgrades

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to debut around July 2026 at the earliest.

Written by Sucharita Ganguly, Edited by David Delima | Updated: 19 December 2025 11:02 IST

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Will Reportedly Launch With Telephoto and Ultrawide Camera Upgrades

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 may include the same 200-megapixel main camera as the Galaxy Z Fold 7 (pictured)

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Highlights

Samsung may bring Galaxy S-series camera tech to foldables
Telephoto camera may jump to 12-megapixel with 3x zoom
Samsung could add a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera on Fold 8

Samsung's next-generation foldable could bring notable camera upgrades, according to a new report. Early leaks suggest that the company is continuing its gradual push to narrow the camera gap between its premium foldable phones and flagship Galaxy S-series devices. After introducing a 200-megapixel main camera on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung appears to be building on that foundation rather than making a complete overhaul. The Galaxy Z Fold 8, expected to launch in 2026, is tipped to receive targeted upgrades to its telephoto and ultrawide cameras.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Expected to Feature 200-Megapixel Primary Camera

A GalaxyClub report claims that the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8, expected to launch in 2026, will feature improved telephoto and ultrawide cameras while retaining the main camera setup introduced with the Galaxy Z Fold 7. As per the report, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 will continue to use a 200-megapixel primary rear camera, similar to the one on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy S25 Ultra. The phone is also said to keep the existing 10-megapixel selfie cameras, with no under-display camera planned.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 camera setup is rumoured to feature a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, an upgrade from the current model's 10-megapixel sensor. This sensor may be shared with the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. In addition, Samsung is reportedly planning a major jump for the ultrawide camera. The handset could feature a 50-megapixel ultrawide sensor, replacing the 12-megapixel unit used on the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

New GSMA Listing Hints at a Wider Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Variant

Readers should note that these details are based on early information, and specifications could change before launch. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to debut around July 2026 at the earliest.

Samsung's future foldable lineup may expand beyond the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 to include a new passport-style foldable or a more affordable Fold FE variant, although these models remain speculative with no official confirmation yet. For now, Samsung's camera strategy appears focused on gradually bringing Galaxy S-series imaging hardware to its premium foldable phones.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Could be Thinner, Lighter Because of This Reason

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 could be around 10 percent thinner and lighter than the existing model. The handset could use laser-drilling metal plate technology to reduce the crease on the inner display. The phone is tipped to pack a larger 5,000mAh battery as well, up from 4,400mAh on the Fold 7. Samsung is reportedly also bringing back S Pen support, which was removed from the Galaxy Z Fold 7 to achieve a thinner 4.2mm unfolded design.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Lightweight design and super thin profile
Fantastic displays
Top-notch performance
Excellent primary camera
Launches with One UI 8 based on Android 16 out of the box (and gets extended software support)

Bad
Charging speed capped at 25W
Battery life could have been better
No S Pen support
Expensive

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review

Display (Primary) 8.00-inch

Cover Display 6.50-inch

Cover Resolution 2520x1080 pixels

Front Camera 10-megapixel + 10-megapixel

Rear Camera 200-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 10-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB

Battery Capacity 4400mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1968x2184 pixels

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
New design is for the better
Cameras deliver consistent performance
Good battery life
Excellent performance
Smooth UI

Bad
S-Pen is a downgrade
No Dolby Vision support
Low light camera performance is lacking
Slow charging

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review

Display 6.90-inch

Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite

Front Camera 12-megapixel

Rear Camera 200-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 10-megapixel

RAM 12GB, 16GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS Android 15

Resolution 1400x3120 pixels

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Further reading: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Specifications, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Camera Features, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Camera Upgrades, Samsung

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Sucharita is a writer with Gadgets 360 and is mostly found playing with her cat in her free time. She has previously worked at breaking news desks across organizations. Powered by coffee, The Beatles, Bowie, and her newfound love for BTS, she aims to work towards contributing to a better media environment for women and queer folk. More