But there are situations where you will want to take a 200MP picture to capture the most details.

And did you know the S23 Ultra’s rear camera can also shoot 50MP photos?

Should You Shoot 50MP or 200MP Photos From Your Galaxy S23 Ultra?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra camera system

By default, the Galaxy S23 Ultra captures 12.5MP pixel-binned photos.

You should primarily stick to clicking pictures at 12.5MP resolution, though.

This is because a camera is more than just its resolution and pixels.

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These benefits are especially useful in low-light situations or when shooting some challenging scenes.

Another issue is that the capturing and processing time is much higher with 50MP and 200MP pictures.

In both resolutions, you’ll have to wait a few seconds before you could bring up the image.

Samsung Galaxy S23’s Camera app

However, shooting photos using the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 50MP or 200MP mode is beneficial in certain conditions.

Contrary to what you might think, theGalaxy S23 Ultra’s 200MP camera is not a gimmick.

Similarly, if you select 200MP, the phone will capture 200MP resolution images.

200MP mode on Samsung Galaxy S23’s Camera app

Do note that the processing time for such photos is noticeably longer than your regular pixel-binned 12.5MP images.

Compared to regular 12.5MP photos, 50MP and 200MP pictures are also much larger in size.

You cannot capture 200MP photos from the Galaxy S23 Ultra in low-light or portrait mode.

Only the regular mode supports taking pictures in such a high resolution.

It is possible to shoot 50MP pictures in Pro mode and when using Expert RAW.

The new 200MP sensor lets the phone capture photos with great details, even in low-light situations.