vivo X500 Ultra may feature a 10x telephoto camera

The Vivo X500 Ultra Might Just Be the Zoom King We’ve Been Waiting For

If you thought smartphone cameras had reached their peak, the latest buzz around the Vivo X500 series suggests we’re just getting started. Fresh leaks are swirling, and if they’re even half true, mobile photography enthusiasts have a lot to get excited about—specifically a massive jump in zoom capabilities.

A Massive Leap to 10x Optical Zoom

The standout rumor, courtesy of well-known Weibo tipster Smart Pikachu, suggests that Vivo is currently testing a 10x periscope telephoto camera for its upcoming flagship, almost certainly the X500 Ultra. To put that in perspective, the previous X300 Ultra maxed out at 3.7x optical zoom, often relying on external teleconverter lenses to bridge the gap for long-distance shots. Moving to a native 10x system would be a game-changer for clarity and detail.

This move isn’t happening in a vacuum. With the Oppo Find X9 Ultra already boasting a 10x zoom, Vivo needs a heavy hitter to stay in the conversation. Beyond the optics, earlier rumors have already teased massive 7000mAh batteries for the X500 lineup, ensuring you’ll have the juice to keep snapping photos all day long.

More Than Just a Still Camera

But Vivo isn’t just looking to win the zoom wars. The leak also hints at a broader ecosystem of gear, including a new range of teleconverters and dedicated vlogging accessories. There’s been talk for a while now that Vivo is cooking up a vlogging-centric camera designed to take on the likes of the DJI Osmo Pocket. Integrating those features directly into the X500 series ecosystem would make it a formidable tool for creators who want to travel light but still produce pro-level video.

While we’re still waiting on official confirmation, the picture being painted is clear: the Vivo X500 Ultra is shaping up to be a photography powerhouse that focuses on versatility. Whether you’re capturing a distant landscape or filming a cinematic vlog on the go, this device seems built to handle it all without breaking a sweat.