TECNO’s Future Lens 2025 event showcased remarkable progress in smartphone camera innovations, particularly in the realm of telephoto lenses. The company introduced a more compact Dual-Mirror Reflect Telephoto module, created in partnership with Samsung and Largan, which employs a coaxial optical design that cuts the telephoto camera size by 50% while preserving image quality. This advancement is especially advantageous for slimmer smartphones, which frequently compromise on telephoto features to achieve a more refined design.
Moreover, TECNO rolled out the Freeform Continuum Telephoto module, providing continuous optical zoom ranging from 1x to 9x. This technology eradicates the “focal jumps” typically found with digital zoom, facilitating a fluid transition among zoom levels. The module utilizes an Alvarez optical structure, allowing a sleek design that accommodates a broad zoom range, potentially minimizing the necessity for multiple dedicated telephoto lenses.
These innovations highlight TECNO’s dedication to improving smartphone photography, tackling prevalent challenges such as image quality and zoom performance. Although the company hasn’t indicated a timeline for when these technologies will appear in their devices, their adoption could profoundly influence the smartphone industry. TECNO’s partnership with DXOMARK and the creation of an automated imaging lab further emphasize their commitment to enhancing real-world imaging capabilities.
