Are the Samsung Galaxy A38 and A58 cameras changing? First details emerge
Samsung's new affordable entry-level and mid-range phones will be introduced soon. However, the camera specs of the Galaxy A38 and Galaxy A58 will not be as expected.
While preparing for its flagship Galaxy S27 series, Samsung is also working on mid-range and more affordable models. The camera features of the Galaxy A38 and Galaxy A58, which the company will launch soon, have been leaked by GalaxyClub.
The devices, expected to be introduced in March or April of next year, will not feature a hardware camera upgrade due to rising component costs.
According to the leaked information, instead of making major innovations on the camera side, the company will focus on processor and software optimizations. So, actually, it is not all about hardware. Indeed, it could strike this balance in the next-generation Galaxy A series with new software features.
Galaxy A38 and Galaxy A58 Camera Features
The Galaxy A38, expected to be positioned in the more affordable mid-range segment, will use the same camera system as the previous model, the Galaxy A37. On the back of the device, there will be a 50-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) and autofocus (AF). The main camera will be accompanied by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor and a 5-megapixel macro camera, while a 12-megapixel selfie camera will be on the front.
On the other hand, a similar situation applies to the Galaxy A58. According to leaks, the 5-megapixel macro camera first used in the Galaxy A51 model in 2020 will remain present in the device. This sensor will become a nearly seven-year-old piece of hardware in 2027, when the Galaxy A58 is expected to be released.
The known camera resolutions of the leaked models are as follows:
| Model | Main Camera | Ultra-Wide Angle | Macro Camera | Front Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy A38 | 50 MP (OIS, AF) | 8 MP | 5 MP | 12 MP |
Why Isn't Samsung Changing the Camera Hardware?
The main reason cited for Samsung keeping the camera hardware in both models is rising component costs. In particular, price increases in memory chips lead smartphone manufacturers to make cuts in different hardware areas for cost control.
Instead of changing the hardware, the company will focus on new image processing algorithms and software enhancements.
Thanks to these optimizations, it is planned to offer some improvements in color accuracy, dynamic range, and low-light performance.
How Does It Affect Users?
The fact that camera resolutions and setups remain unchanged indicates that there won't be a major leap in photo quality. For users, offering a 5-megapixel macro camera instead of a telephoto camera that captures distant objects with optical zoom creates a hardware limitation.
Still, resolutions remaining the same does not mean Samsung will use the exact same sensors. It is not yet clear whether the company will switch to newer or physically larger sensors. Of course, larger lenses aren't always better. Looking at Apple, it still delivers great results with 12 MP or 48 MP sensors.
Finally, while the Galaxy A38 and Galaxy A58 models are expected to be announced in March-April next year, other technical details of the devices, such as the processor, display, and battery, have not yet been leaked.
This article was translated from Turkish. Read the original article in Turkish.
