A new leak has revealed fresh details about the iQOO 16's camera setup, and it points to a bigger upgrade than expected. iQOO 16 is expected to focus mainly on performance, not cameras, but the leak suggests the camera system could still see a real jump over last year's phone.
What the iQOO 16 Camera Leaks Reveal
Reports suggest all three rear cameras on the iQOO 16 are being tested with 50-megapixel sensors, a notable step up if it holds true at launch.
- Primary camera: 50MP, 1/1.3-inch sensor, f/1.68 aperture
- Ultra-wide camera: 50MP sensor, f/2.0 aperture
- Telephoto camera: 50MP periscope sensor, 1/1.95-inch size, f/2.65 aperture
- Lens layout reportedly follows an inverted design
- Exact zoom range and macro capability are still unconfirmed
The primary sensor's size and aperture make it the standout of the three, suggesting a real push for stronger low-light shots even on a performance-first phone.
Also Read : iQOO 16T Leaks Hint At Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 And 2K Samsung Display
How It Compares to the iQOO 15
Feature | iQOO 16 (Leaked) | iQOO 15 (Confirmed) |
|---|---|---|
Primary Camera | 50MP, 1/1.3-inch, f/1.68 | 50MP Sony IMX921, 1/1.56-inch, f/1.9, OIS |
Ultra-Wide Camera | 50MP, f/2.0 | 50MP Sony ISOCELL JN1, f/2.0 |
Telephoto Camera | 50MP periscope, 1/1.95-inch, f/2.65 | 50MP Sony IMX882, 1/1.95-inch, f/2.56, 3x optical zoom |
Display | 6.85-inch, 2K, 165Hz | 6.85-inch, 2K, 144Hz |
Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
Battery | 8,500mAh, 100W wired | 7,000mAh, 100W wired |
If the leaked numbers hold up, the iQOO 16's primary camera gets a genuinely bigger sensor and a wider aperture than the iQOO 15, which should help with sharper detail and better low-light shots. The telephoto camera looks nearly identical on paper, though the leak notes the aperture is slightly narrower this time. The display refresh rate also climbs from 144Hz to 165Hz, and the battery grows from 7,000mAh to a reported 8,500mAh.
Other rumored specs for the iQOO 16 include a dedicated display chip, 3D ultrasonic fingerprint scanning, dual symmetrical speakers, an X-axis linear motor, IP68 and IP69 water resistance, USB 3.2 support, and an AR coating on the display. The phone is expected to launch in China around late September or early October 2026.
None of these iQOO 16 specifications are officially confirmed yet. Treat them as leaks until the company shares real details. You can check the current iQOO 15's official listing and confirmed specs on iQOO's own store page for comparison.
For most buyers, even without hitting the maximum exchange value, the iPhone 15 at Rs. 52,155 still covers what matters: USB-C, a capable 48MP camera, and several more years of guaranteed iOS updates. Waiting over a year for a phone priced nearly triple, and not yet confirmed, is a hard trade to justify right now.
