OnePlus 12 camera could be the same as the OnePlus Open

The OnePlus 12’s release is getting closer every day and a new rumor suggests the camera could be similar to the one on the OnePlus Open. The OnePlus Open has been well-received by critics and consumers alike, and it has given the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 some serious competition.

One of the things that makes the OnePlus Open so impressive is its camera. Notably, a similar sensor is expected to be used in OnePlus 12 camera setup.

OnePlus 12 camera could be similar to OnePlus Open, Oppo Find N3

OnePlus joined hands with Sony for the latter’s camera sensors for its flagship phones, including the OnePlus Open. The debut foldable comes with an LYT-T808 sensor for its primary camera. Similarly, the next flagship— the OnePlus 12 is likely to feature a similar Sony-manufactured lens.

The Chinese phone maker has shared more details about the OnePlus 12 camera setup on Weibo. The sensor is dubbed “LYT-808” and it is expected to power up the next flagship.

OnePlus notes that the LYT-808 and LYT-T808 sensors are essentially the same, but the LYT-T808 is designed specifically for foldable smartphones. Notably, both, the OnePlus Open and Oppo Find N3 sport an LYT-T808 camera sensor. Both sensors are said to have excellent imaging capabilities.

Additionally, OnePlus has also shared other key details of the OnePlus 12’s camera. Aside from the new Sony LYT-808 sensor, it will also feature a 64MP periscope camera with a ½-inch sensor, OIS, f/2.6 aperture, and 3x optical zoom. The rear cameras also come equipped with Hasselblad.

What else to expect from OnePlus 12

The OnePlus 12 will most likely house a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip. It could also include a Pro XDR display with 2K resolution and previous reports suggest that BOE could produce it. The peak brightness could be 2,600 units.

GSMArena recently reported that it could also equip at least 12GB RAM and up to 24GB models. Subsequently, it will run Android 14-based Oxygen OS 14 out of the box. Other rumors point to a 5,400mAh battery with support for 100W wired and 50W wireless charging.

With the leaked specifications and never-ending rumors, the upcoming flagship looks promising. The OnePlus 12 is expected to launch in early January 2024, with China likely to see it first. Other markets would follow shortly after most likely.