Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Mid-February Launch And 320MP Sensor Support Leaked

Fresh reports and leaks continue to shape expectations for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, suggesting the flagship will be unveiled in Mid-February 2026 as Samsung’s next premium Android contender and possibly bring major camera improvements, including rumored support for a high-resolution 320 MP-class sensor in future models or imaging subsystems.

According to the latest timeline leaks, Samsung is now targeting a February launch window for the Galaxy S26 series, with the Galaxy S26 Ultra likely to debut around mid-February at a Galaxy Unpacked event before sales begin in late February or early March. This represents a slight shift from the company’s usual January cadence, as production adjustments and lineup reshuffles appear to have pushed the launch date a few weeks later. Many reports point to Galaxy Unpacked taking place in February 2026, with the Ultra and its siblings sharing the stage before pre-orders and retail availability follow closely behind. 

Camera capability is one of the most discussed aspects of the S26 Ultra’s leak cycle. While many recent tips converge on Samsung equipping the phone with an updated 200 MP main camera sensor, there’s also circulation of even higher-resolution sensor support in broader Galaxy imaging discussions. Some sources have previously hinted that Samsung’s upcoming camera processing pipelines, especially those tied to new chipsets like the Exynos 2600’s ISP architecture, could potentially enable support for sensors up to 320 MP or beyond, though this is not confirmed as final hardware for the S26 Ultra itself. That discussion largely stems from internal ISP capabilities rather than an official Samsung declaration about the flagship’s main camera. 

Most reliable leaks currently suggest the S26 Ultra’s imaging setup will stick with a high-resolution primary sensor (around 200 MP) paired with strong secondary optics such as 50 MP ultra-wide and multi-focal telephoto lenses, aiming for balanced everyday and zoom performance. While the 320 MP sensor chatter has generated buzz and reflects the Snapdragon platform’s theoretical camera support ceiling, recent insider commentary has also cast doubt on extremely large sensors landing on the device itself due to design and thickness constraints.

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