vivo officially announced that its annual imaging flagship, the vivo X200 Ultra, is expanding its “Pro Mirrorless Ecosystem.” The Zeiss 2.35x telephoto converter and professional imaging kit will launch in phases starting May 23 and May 29. This combination continues the X200 Ultra’s imaging DNA of “full large sensors, full focal range, full Zeiss,” and introduces an external optical module working with internal hardware to achieve “pure optical 200mm telephoto” on a smartphone for the first time, eliminating the image quality loss associated with digital zoom. This empowers users to freely create in long-range scenarios like landscapes, concerts, and wildlife photography.

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Imaging Revolution: Zeiss Triple-Main Cameras + Dual Imaging Chips for a No-Compromise Focal Range Experience

Co-developed by vivo and Zeiss, the X200 Ultra features three fixed-focus lenses: a 14mm ultra-wide, a 35mm documentary main camera, and an 85mm APO telephoto, each equipped with a 1/1.28-inch large sensor and Zeiss T* coating to deliver main-camera-level quality across the entire focal range:

  1. 14mm Ultra-Wide: Utilizes Sony’s LYT-818 sensor, with 181% more light intake compared to its predecessor. With the Blueprint Night Algorithm Matrix, low-light detail retention improves by 30%.

  2. 35mm Documentary Main Camera: Equipped with GLC 2.0 ultra-low-reflective coating, reducing complex light reflection to just 0.1%. Transparency rivals DSLR cameras in street and documentary shots.

  3. 85mm APO Telephoto: Leverages super prism technology for an f/2.27 aperture, increasing light intake by 38%. Combined with CIPA 5.0-level stabilization, telephoto night shots show 23% less noise compared to competitors.

The dual-chip imaging system (VS1 + V3+) is another key innovation. The VS1 is the first AI ISP front-end chip with a dual-core heterogeneous NPU architecture, delivering 16TOPS/W efficiency, greatly improving RAW domain noise reduction and motion capture. The V3+ chip handles post-processing, enabling full-focal-length 4K 120fps cinematic slow motion and 14EV dynamic range Log video recording for enhanced color grading flexibility.

Telephoto Converter Kit: Optical + Algorithm Breakthrough for a New 200mm Optical Zoom Era

At the heart of the professional imaging kit is the Zeiss 2.35x telephoto converter. When combined with the X200 Ultra’s 85mm telephoto lens, it achieves a 200mm equivalent optical focal length, enabled by:

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• Pure Optical Lossless Zoom: Features a Zeiss APO super telephoto lens group, eliminating chromatic and optical aberrations. With the phone’s full-frame 1/1.4" sensor, resolution in telephoto shots improves by 80% over digital crop zoom.
• Intelligent Autofocus Integration: Abandons traditional manual focus in external lenses, directly uses the phone’s AF system, improving low-light focus speed by 50%.
• Enhanced Stabilization: Built-in miniature OIS module in the converter works in tandem with the phone’s anti-shake algorithms, boosting handheld shooting stability by 40%.

The accompanying professional imaging kit includes a wireless photo grip, 67mm filter adapter ring, and detachable shoulder strap. The grip houses a 2300mAh battery, supports reverse charging and physical shutter control. The ergonomic strap distributes pressure for extended outdoor shooting sessions.

All-Around Flagship: Performance, Battery Life, and Interaction Upgraded

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Beyond imaging, the X200 Ultra delivers across the board:

• Performance: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leading Edition, with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. Genshin Impact tests show an average 59.8 FPS over 30 minutes in Sumeru City, with temperatures capped at 42°C.
• Battery: 6000mAh Blue Ocean battery + 100W fast charging provides 14 hours of intensive use; 70% recharge in 25 minutes.
• Interaction Design: Dedicated camera button supports half-press focus, full-press shutter, and sliding zoom. The horizontal grip mimics mirrorless camera handling.

The X200 Ultra comes in three colors: “Red Ring,” “Silver Tone,” and “Black Ka.” The “Red Ring” model features low-saturation burgundy AG glass and a knurled metal frame, echoing classic DSLR aesthetics. The phone weighs 225g and is 8.9mm thick.

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Industry Significance: Smartphone Imaging Enters a Fully Professionalized Era

The launch of the vivo X200 Ultra and its ecosystem marks a transition in smartphone photography from isolated spec enhancements to a complete imaging system overhaul. By deeply integrating external optical modules with computational photography, the Zeiss teleconverter preserves portability while expanding creative potential. Unified video capabilities across focal lengths (color, frame rate, dynamic range) provide seamless workflow for professional creators.