Vivo has officially launched its X300 series in China today, and the flagship duo is making bold claims about closing the gap between smartphone and professional camera photography. The X300 and X300 Pro now support the same snap-on telephoto extender lens introduced with the X200 Ultra, a feature previously reserved for the company's most premium handsets.
Game-Changing Camera Hardware
The star of the show is undoubtedly the camera system. Both phones feature a new 200-megapixel HPB imaging sensor developed in collaboration with Samsung. What sets the X300 Pro apart is how this sensor is deployed: the Pro uses it for an 85mm-equivalent telephoto camera with specs rivaling the X200 Ultra's industry-leading telephoto, while the standard X300 utilizes it as the main camera with a fast f/1.68 aperture.
The telephoto extender is a 2.35x lens that attaches via a dedicated phone case and mount, enabling extreme zoom capabilities that no standalone smartphone can match. It's sold separately for ¥1,299 (around $180), or ¥1,499 (around $210) for the full photography kit including a camera grip with built-in battery pack.
Both models support 4K video recording at 120fps with 10-bit Log, positioning them as serious tools for content creators and videographers who need professional-grade output from a mobile device.
Flagship Performance in Different Sizes
Both phones are powered by MediaTek's flagship Dimensity 9500 chipset, competing directly with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon processors. Here's how the specifications stack up:
| Specification | Vivo X300 | Vivo X300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.31-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED, 120Hz | 6.78-inch micro-curved 1.5K LTPO OLED, 120Hz |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 + V3+ imaging chip |
| Main Camera | 200MP Samsung HPB (f/1.68) | 50MP Sony LYT-828 |
| Telephoto | 50MP Sony LYT602 periscope | 200MP Samsung HPB (85mm, f/2.67) |
| Ultra-wide | 50MP Samsung JN1 | 50MP Samsung JN1 |
| Selfie Camera | 50MP | 50MP |
| Battery | 6,040mAh silicon-carbon | 6,510mAh silicon-carbon |
| Charging | 90W wired, 40W wireless | 90W wired, 40W wireless |
| Dimensions | 7.95mm thick | Under 8mm thick |
| Durability | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 |
| Storage | Up to 16GB RAM, 1TB UFS 4.1 | Up to 16GB RAM, 1TB UFS 4.1 |
| OS | Android 16-based OriginOS 6 | Android 16-based OriginOS 6 |
| Special Features | Ultrasonic fingerprint, telephoto extender support | Ultrasonic fingerprint, telephoto extender support |
Battery technology deserves special attention. Vivo claims the silicon-carbon batteries in both phones deliver longevity comparable to 7,500mAh and 7,000mAh cells in competing hardware, thanks to efficiency optimizations.
Pricing and Global Availability
The X300 starts from ¥4,399 (around $620), with the Pro at ¥5,299 (around $745). For Indian consumers eager to get their hands on these camera powerhouses, the devices are expected to launch between December 5 and 15, 2025, with pricing around Rs 69,999 for the X300 and Rs 99,999 for the X300 Pro.
Perhaps the most exciting news for international buyers: Vivo confirmed that the new OriginOS 6 will launch in markets outside China, finally replacing the Funtouch OS software that has been criticized by users for years. This means a more refined, feature-rich software experience for global customers.
The Smartphone Photography Revolution Continues
The X300 series represents Vivo's philosophy that smartphone photography shouldn't mean compromising on capability. By bringing professional-grade features like interchangeable lenses to mainstream flagship pricing, Vivo is challenging the notion that serious photography requires dedicated camera equipment.
Whether this approach resonates with consumers beyond photography enthusiasts remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the gap between smartphones and traditional cameras continues to narrow with each generation.