While there are an increasing number of "Ultra" devices on today's market, few arguably justify that slogan quite like vivo's flagships. Today, we'll be...
The telephoto downgrade is real and it is strange. The X200 Ultra had an f/2.3 telephoto lens and the X300 Ultra shipped with an f/2.7, tanking the aperture by nearly two full stops even though the sensor got upgraded to 200MP. That is not a trade-off anyone should have to accept on a phone that starts at 1,999 euros. A dimmer lens means worse low-light performance and a heavier reliance on the main sensor, which undermines the whole point of having a dedicated telephoto.
The telephoto downgrade is real and it is strange. The X200 Ultra had an f/2.3 telephoto lens and the X300 Ultra shipped with an f/2.7, tanking the aperture by nearly two full stops even though the sensor got upgraded to 200MP. That is not a trade-off anyone should have to accept on a phone that starts at 1,999 euros. A dimmer lens means worse low-light performance and a heavier reliance on the main sensor, which undermines the whole point of having a dedicated telephoto.