Samsung Galaxy S22 Live Image Leak Suggests a Redesigned Camera Module and Glossy Finish

Samsung Galaxy S22 series is expected to be launched in February next year.

By Siddhant Chandra | Updated: 13 December 2021 18:00 IST

Samsung Galaxy S22 Live Image Leak Suggests a Redesigned Camera Module and Glossy Finish

Photo Credit: Weibo/ Ice Universe

Samsung Galaxy S22 has a glossy finish unlike the matte glass back panel of the Galaxy S21

Highlights

Samsung Galaxy S22 allegedly features 3 vertically stacked rear cameras
It is believed to have a 50-megapixel primary camera
Samsung Galaxy S22 is tipped to be starting at $799

Samsung is anticipated to unveil the Galaxy S22 series of smartphones in February next year. The series has been tipped to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. Now, an alleged live image of the base model - the Galaxy S22 - has surfaced. The handset in the image sports a design highly similar to that of the base model Galaxy S21. The difference appears in the form of the glossy finish in comparison to the matte glass back panel of the Galaxy S21.

The image was shared on Weibo by known tipster Ice Universe. Apart from the previously mentioned change from Galaxy S21, the Samsung Galaxy S22 appears to sport a redesigned camera module. Samsung appears to have fitted the camera lenses on a protruding oblong, unlike the S21 where the lenses were under the surface. Past leaks have suggested that the base Galaxy S22 and the Galaxy S22+ will feature a 50-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture lens. The primary sensor is tipped to be paired with a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 10-megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. Both smartphones are said to be equipped with a 10-megapixel sensor.

Previously, it was tipped that the Galaxy S22 will be priced starting at $799 (roughly Rs. 60,000). It is also rumoured to feature a 6.06-inch display with a full-HD+ resolution. Furthermore, this handset is believed to have been spotted on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website. The supposed FCC listing mentions that Galaxy S22 will feature 5G and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, along with Bluetooth and NFC support.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is also believed to have been listed on the FCC website. As per the report, it is believed to offer multi-band LTE, 5G NR, and Wi-Fi 6 support. Also, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is tipped to support wireless charging.

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Samsung Galaxy S22

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Small and compact
Quality AMOLED display
Impressive performance
Good battery life
IP68 rated

Bad
Heats up easily with camera use
No bundled charger

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy S22 review

Display 6.10-inch

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

Rear Camera Unspecified

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 3,700mAh

OS Android 12

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Samsung Galaxy S21

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Compact
Good performance
Capable cameras

Bad
Polycarbonate back
Average battery life
No bundled charger

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy S21 review

Display 6.20-inch

Processor Samsung Exynos 2100

Front Camera 10-megapixel

Rear Camera 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 64-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 4000mAh

OS Android 11

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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