Samsung has launched its latest camera sensor, the ISOCELL HP5, which offers 200MP resolution for next-generation smartphones.
At 1/1.56 inches in size, the ISOCELL HP5 is Samsung’s most compact 200MP sensor ever. Its compact design allows device manufacturers to maintain high-performance camera performance without the need for a large lens bump.
The sensor uses a 0.5 micrometer pixel size, which is smaller than the previous HP9 model. To overcome the size constraint, Samsung has incorporated Dual Vertical Transfer Gate (DVTG) and Front Deep Trench Isolation (FDTI) technologies to increase light absorption and reduce noise, thus improving performance in low light conditions.
The ISOCELL HP5 also supports high-performance HDR through Smart ISO Pro and Staggered HDR, which is capable of producing images with natural dynamic range and sharp details. It also offers up to 2x digital zoom and can achieve 6x lossless zoom when combined with a 3x optical telephoto lens.
In terms of video recording, this sensor supports resolutions up to 8K at 30FPS and 4K at 120FPS, as well as RAW formats up to 14-bit. With the help of AI processing, the ISOCELL HP5 is able to generate a full 200MP image in less than two seconds, making it suitable for the latest smartphones.
Among the devices expected to use this sensor are the Oppo Find X9 Pro which will be launched on October 16, 2025, the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Vivo Y500 Pro. Interestingly, so far there is no indication that Samsung will use the ISOCELL HP5 in its own devices.