Top-tier phones with optical zoom for photography in 2026

OPPO Find X9 Ultra — Your Next Camera

Co-developed with Hasselblad, it features Hasselblad 50MP 10× Ultra-Sensing Optical-Zoom Telephoto, Dual Hasselblad 200MP Cameras and 8K Ultra-Clear Video Recording.

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1. Key Selling Points

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1.1 Hasselblad 50MP 10× Ultra-Sensing Optical-Zoom Telephoto

1.1.1 20x optical-quality zoom, up to 120x digital zoom. It is one of the leading camera phones with native 10x optical zoom.

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1.2 Dual Hasselblad 200MP Cameras

1.2.1 Clear. Day or Night. Experience the power of phones with dual 200MP cameras.

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1.3 8K Ultra-Clear Video Recording

1.3.1 Film Your Moment in 8K Clarity.

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1.4 Elegant Design Inspired by Hasselblad

Feels Like a Hasselblad Camera in Your Hand.

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1.5 New-Generation True Color Camera

Natural Tones, True to You

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1.6 New-Generation Hasselblad Master Mode

Shoot Like a Master Photographer

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1.7 No Battery Worries with 7050mAh Large Battery

100W SUPERVOOCTM, 50W AIRVOOCTM

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1.8 ColorOS 16

Smart & Smooth

2. Elegant Design Inspired by Hasselblad

Legacy, Reimagined / An Icon, Evolved

Inspired by the Hasselblad X2D 100C Earth Explorer Edition, this design channels Scandinavian minimalism and the raw beauty of tundra and glaciers, honouring legendary craftsmanship while shaping a new future.

2.1 Scandinavian Design

Textured rear panel with Hasselblad branding

2.2 Master Lens

Rear camera ring close-up

2.3 Master Shutter

Side frame with orange accent button

2.4 Tundra Umber

2.4.1 Textured matte organic grey-green eco-leather, offering enduring, expedition-ready elegance.

2.5 Canyon Orange

2.5.1 Canyon light inspired metallic orange, engineered for resilience, designed to stand out.

3. All-In-One for All You Create

Every lens re-engineered to capture light at its finest. Featuring the world’s first eight ultra-clear focal length system, it delivers seamless range and uncompromising clarity — ready to frame every moment, near or far, exactly as you see it.

3.1 Hasselblad Master Camera System

3.1.1 Hasselblad 50MP 10× Ultra-Sensing Optical-Zoom Telephoto

Ideal for leading phones for long-distance photography.

  • 3.1.1.1 230mm Focal Length
  • 3.1.1.2 ƒ/3.5 DSLR-grade Aperture
  • 3.1.1.3 1/2.75" Large Sensor Size
  • 3.1.1.4 Quintuple Prism Reflection Periscope Structure
  • 3.1.15 Triple Ultra-Precision Active Optical Alignment
  • 3.1.1.6 OPPO Telephoto Sensor Shift

3.1.2 Hasselblad 200MP Ultra-Sensing Main Camera

  • 3.1.2.1 23mm Focal Length
  • 3.1.2.2 1/1.12" Large Sensor Size
  • 3.1.2.3 ƒ/1.5 Super Large Aperture

3.1.3 Hasselblad 200MP 3× Super Portrait Telephoto

3.1.4 50MP Ultra Wide Camera

  • 3.1.4.1 14mm Focal Length
  • 3.1.4.2 1/1.95" Large Sensor Size
  • 3.1.4.3 ƒ/2.0 Large Aperture

3.1.5 The New-gen True Color camera

  • 3.1.5.1 24 Spectral Channels
  • 3.1.5.2 15EV High Dynamic Range

3.2 8 Pro Lenses in Your Pocket

Powered by the latest LUMO Image Engine, it captures ultra-clear detail across eight precise focal lengths from 0.6× to 20×. This sets a new standard for phones with 20x optical-quality zoom. Seamless transitions, uncompromising clarity — like carrying eight professional lenses in your pocket. Explore phones with 8 focal length options. Lift. Shoot. Create a masterpiece.

3.3 New-Generation Hasselblad Master Mode

Take full creative control with manual ISO, shutter speed, focus, and white balance. Or take your pick from nine film-style presets. Shoot in RAW MAX, JPG MAX, ProXDR, or Master Motion Photo, and craft cinematic-quality images ready to edit and share your way.

3.4 OPPO Find X9 Ultra Hasselblad Earth Explorer Kit

  • 3.4.1 OPPO Hasselblad 300mm Explorer Teleconverter
  • 3.4.2 OPPO Hasselblad Explorer Case
  • 3.4.3 OPPO Hasselblad Adapter Ring

3.5 8K Ultra-Clear Video Recording

Capture breathtaking 8K at 30fps. An ACES-certified color pipeline ensures consistent, professional-grade color from shoot to edit, while advanced video controls give you total creative freedom — cinematic storytelling, without the bulk.

  • 3.5.1 8K 30fps 10-bit Log recording, up to 18×.
  • 3.5.2 All new O-Log2, higher dynamic range and wider color gamut.
  • 3.5.3 Hasselblad Nature Tonality, direct Hasselblad colors and tonality, supporting custom adjustments. It is a hallmark of phones with Hasselblad color systems.

3.6 Cinematic Color Grading in a Tap

Apply cinematic LUTs with a single tap and give your footage a unified, professional tonal language. Shoot in Log, preview in real time, and even burn LUTs directly into your video. With three finely tuned presets and support for custom Cube LUT imports, true film grading now fits in your pocket.

4. Ultra Flagship Experience.

4.1 144Hz 2K ProXDR Display

  • 4.1.1 6.82 inch Display
  • 4.1.2 Peak Outdoor Brightness:3600 nits
  • 4.1.3 Dynamic Refresh Rate:144 Hz
  • 4.14 Exclusive Pixel-level Gamma Calibration
  • 4.15 1 nit Ultra-Low Brightness
  • 4.1.6 TÜV Rheinland Low Dynamic Interference

4.2 Trinity Engine x Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

  • 4.2.1 CPU Performance up by 20%
  • 4.2.2 GPU Performance up by 23%
  • 4.2.3 NPU Faster 37%
  • 4.2.4 8K/30fps | 4K/120fps Sustained Frame Rate Recording
  • 4.2.5 3D Cryo-velocity Cooling System Encapsulated Thermal Unit Technology

4.3 Power to Keep Creating

  • 4.3.1 7050mAh Large Battery
  • 4.3.2 100W SUPERVOOC Wired Charge
  • 4.3.3 50W AIRVOOC Wireless Charge
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5.1 ColorOS 16

Smart & Smooth

5.1.1 All-New Live Space

5.1.1.1 Silence the Noise, Dive Into Immersion.

5.1.2 Luminous Engine

5.1.2.1 Brighter Performance, Smoother Flow

Learn about ColorOS 16

5.2 OPPO AI

5.2.1 AI Mind Space

5.2.1.1 Snap Everything, Ask Anything.

5.2.2 AI Mind Pilot

5.2.2.1 Personalized Expertise.

5.2.3 AI Bill Manager

5.2.3.1 Multiple Tracking Methods, Every Expense Organized

5.2.4 AI Menu Translation

5.2.4.1 A Visual Guide to Every Plate.

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5.3 Your Devices, Perfectly in Sync

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Quick Share interface

5.3.1 Quick Share

5.3.1.1 Share beyond Android Devices

PC Connect screen casting interface

5.3.2 PC Connect

5.3.2.1 Two Screens. Total Control

Frequently Asked Questions

Which features make it ideal for optical zoom photography in 2026?

Hasselblad 50MP 10× Ultra-Sensing Optical-Zoom Telephoto delivers reach with 20x optical-quality zoom and up to 120x digital zoom, supported by Hasselblad 200MP Ultra-Sensing Main Camera and Hasselblad 200MP 3× Super Portrait Telephoto for flexible framing across focal lengths. It is a top choice among phones with 10x optical zoom.

How does it handle detail and color in day and night scenes?

Dual Hasselblad 200MP Cameras provide clarity, while The New-gen True Color camera with 24 Spectral Channels and 15EV High Dynamic Range supports natural tones across complex lighting conditions.

What video tools are available for creators and filmmakers?

8K Ultra-Clear Video Recording enables 8K 30fps 10-bit Log recording with the all new O-Log2 and Hasselblad Nature Tonality, and Cinematic Color Grading in a Tap lets you apply cinematic LUTs and import custom Cube LUTs for consistent, professional tonality.

Will the battery and charging support all-day shooting?

No Battery Worries with 7050mAh Large Battery, complemented by 100W SUPERVOOC Wired Charge and 50W AIRVOOC Wireless Charge for rapid top-ups during demanding shoots.

What helps the display and performance keep up with intensive capture?

144Hz 2K ProXDR Display with 3600 nits peak outdoor brightness and Trinity Engine x Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 deliver responsiveness, sustained frame rate recording at 8K/30fps | 4K/120fps, and thermal management with 3D Cryo-velocity Cooling System.

How does the software enhance the shooting and sharing experience?

ColorOS 16 is Smart & Smooth with All-New Live Space and Luminous Engine, OPPO AI includes AI Mind Space, AI Mind Pilot, AI Bill Manager, and AI Menu Translation, and Your Devices, Perfectly in Sync supports Quick Share and PC Connect for efficient cross-device workflows.

Remarks:

1. The stated battery capacity is the typical value. Actual battery life may vary depending on network configuration, usage patterns, and other factors, and may differ from theoretical estimates based on the typical capacity.

2. Compared with Find X8 Ultra's main camera, Find X9 Ultra's main camera achieves up to a 10% increase in light intake based on OPPO laboratory testing.

3. Minimum focusing distance for telephoto macro is based on OPPO laboratory data. Results may vary depending on environment, methods, and software version.

4. Compared with Find X8 Ultra's 3x telephoto, Find X9 Ultra's telephoto achieves up to a 36% increase in light intake based on OPPO laboratory testing.

5. Compared with Find X8 Ultra's Ultra Wide Camera, Find X9 Ultra's Ultra Wide Camera achieves up to a 56% increase in light intake based on OPPO laboratory testing.

6. Compared with Find X8 Ultra's front camera, Find X9 Ultra's front camera achieves up to a 56% increase in pixels based on OPPO laboratory testing.

7. OIS capability is driven by the 3x telephoto lens.

8. Data is obtained from OPPO laboratories. Due to differences in colour variants, testing environments, methods, and manufacturing processes, actual data may vary.

9. The OPPO Find X9 Ultra Hasselblad Earth Explorer Kit is optional accessories and must be purchased separately.

10. The TILTA KHRONOS Kit is optional accessories and must be purchased separately.

11. Screen size is measured diagonally. The actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole. Please refer to the actual product.

12. Screen resolution, brightness, and refresh rate data are from OPPO laboratories; results may vary.

13. Data comes from: https://www.qualcomm.com/products/mobile/snapdragon/smartphones/snapdragon-8-series-mobile-platforms/snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5

14. This product is water- and dust-resistant under normal usage conditions. Under controlled laboratory conditions, it has been tested to achieve IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings in accordance with GB/T 4208-2017 (China) / IEC 60529-2013 (International) standards.

IP66 test conditions: (i) nozzle inner diameter: 12.5 mm; (ii) water flow: (100±5) L/min; (iii) water pressure: adjusted per specified flow; (iv) main water flow centre: circular area of approx. 120 mm diameter at 2.5 m from nozzle; (v) nozzle-to-enclosure distance: 2.5–3 m; (vi) test duration: 3 minutes; (vii) water temperature difference from sample ≤ 5K.

IP68 test conditions: (i) still fresh water, depth 1.5 m; (ii) test duration: 30 minutes; (iii) water temperature difference from device ≤ 5 °C.

IP69 test conditions: (i) turntable speed: (5±1) r/min; (ii) nozzle angles: 0°, 30°, 60°, 90°; (iii) flow rate: (15±1) L/min; (iv) water temperature: (80±5) °C; (v) test duration: 30 seconds per position; (vi) device placement: horizontal, screen facing upward.

15. SMS-based tracking is currently only available in India and Indonesia. Support for additional regions will be rolled out in future updates.

16. UI is simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual interface and user experience may vary by software version and region.

17. Must be within Bluetooth range. Works with compatible devices. Devices sold separately. Google, Android and Quick Share are trademarks of Google LLC. AirDrop, iPhone, macOS, and iPadOS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under licence.

18. Transfer between OPPO devices and iPhone/Mac requires the "O+ Connect" app, with software compatibility for ColorOS version 15.0 or later and iOS version 15.0 or later. Connecting to a Mac requires macOS 10.14 or later and "O+ Connect" app.

* Unless otherwise stated, all data presented are from OPPO laboratories and relate to the OPPO Find X9 Ultra. They are provided for reference only.

* Actual performance, specifications, and user experience may differ due to usage environment, device condition, and software version.

* Communication performance (including concerts, subway and high‑speed rail optimisation) is based on laboratory testing under specific conditions. Actual performance may vary depending on environment, location, and software version.

* Certain features (such as Touch to Share, Mac Connect) require installation of additional software and may only support specific operating systems. Please ensure your device is updated to the latest software version.

* The AI features described on the page may not be included in the software version at launch. In some countries and regions, these AI features will be updated via OTA. Please refer to the features in the actual version.

* This is a precision electronic product. Drops, impacts, or collisions may still cause damage despite laboratory testing. Please handle with care in daily use.

* OPPO's laboratory has been accredited by China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS), and its test reports are directly mutually recognized in 106 economies worldwide, including those under the International Accreditation Forum (IAF), International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC), and Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC).