Xperia Pro-II could bring rotating camera rings for manual controls

In a recent leak from Weibo, details about the camera system of Sony Mobile’s 2024 Xperia Pro series, the Xperia Pro-II (as GSMArena speculates), have surfaced. The leak indicates that the new Xperia Pro model will feature a rotating camera ring. It will allow users to control zoom, aperture, and focus, reminiscent of DSLR and mirrorless camera lenses.

The leaked information reveals that the main camera will be positioned at the center of a concentric ring, encircling an ultra-wide-angle and periscope telephoto lens in a unique main and secondary separation design. What makes this model stand out inside the Android realm, is the manual focus aperture and zoom function incorporated into the camera ring.

However, sumahodigest discusses one potential drawback mentioned in the leak, which is the absence of stepless adjustment in Sony‘s aperture blades. It’s been quite a while since other companies have achieved step-less adjustment with small variable apertures. However, in the case of Sony, the motor’s size and weight is higher. It hinders the blades from achieving the same level of flexibility.

Xperia Pro-II might offer physical control for aperture, focus, and zoom with rotating camera rings

The rear camera setup of the Xperia Pro-II (or Xperia Pro-I II or whatever they call it) remains consistent with the current Xperia 1. It’ll feature a standard, an ultra-wide, and a periscope-type telephoto camera. Notably, the main camera’s manual adjustment capability for aperture and zoom adds a new dimension to smartphone photography. It is a feature previously unseen in the industry.

The leak speculates on the mechanical structure of the rotating ring. It raises questions about whether it will be a dial type, horizontal to the lens, or a ring-like structure.

In the broader context, Sony’s move towards a more interactive and manual camera control system suggests a departure from traditional smartphone designs.

These leaks come after the earlier ones suggesting that the Sony Xperia Pro-II could boast two 1-inch camera sensors. It is building up anticipation for the next-generation Xperia flagship. If these revelations materialize, Sony’s 2024 Xperia Pro could mark a significant leap in smartphone camera technology.