Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy S26 FE in the coming weeks, and a new leak has provided an early look at the smartphone’s camera specifications. According to a report, the upcoming Fan Edition model may retain its predecessor’s primary and telephoto cameras while introducing a few changes elsewhere.
Although Samsung has not officially confirmed the device, several details about its hardware, software and expected launch timeline have surfaced online.
According to a report from Android Authority, citing unnamed sources, the Galaxy S26 FE is currently in development under the internal codename “r14.”
The codename follows Samsung’s recent naming pattern, with the Galaxy S25 FE reportedly carrying the codename “r13” and the Galaxy S24 FE known internally as “r12.”
The smartphone is expected to launch as a more affordable alternative to the flagship Galaxy S26 series.
Camera
The latest leak suggests Samsung may continue using the same main rear camera found on last year’s Galaxy S25 FE.
The expected rear camera setup includes:
| Camera | Expected Specification |
|---|---|
| Main Camera | 50MP Samsung ISOCELL S5KGN3 |
| Telephoto | 8MP OmniVision OV08A1 with 3x optical zoom |
| Ultrawide | 12MP GalaxyCore GC12A2 or Sony IMX825 |
| Front Camera | 12MP GalaxyCore GC12A2 or Sony IMX825 |
The 50MP Samsung ISOCELL S5KGN3 sensor is reported to feature:
- 1/1.57-inch sensor size
- f/1.8 aperture
- 24mm equivalent focal length
- 1µm pixel size
- Dual-pixel PDAF
- Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)
The 8MP telephoto camera is expected to retain:
- 3x optical zoom
- f/2.4 aperture
- PDAF
- Optical Image Stabilisation
The report indicates Samsung may use either the GalaxyCore GC12A2 or Sony IMX825 sensor for both the ultrawide and selfie cameras.
Performance
The Galaxy S26 FE is expected to be powered by Samsung’s Exynos 2500 processor.
Other rumoured specifications include:
- 12GB RAM
- Android 17
- IP68 water and dust resistance
- 6.7-inch AMOLED display
Samsung has not officially confirmed these specifications.
Battery
According to current leaks, the smartphone may feature a 5,000mAh battery.
Expected charging support includes:
| Feature | Expected Specification |
|---|---|
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| Wired Charging | 45W |
| Wireless Charging | 15W |
These specifications would keep the Galaxy S26 FE competitive within the premium mid-range smartphone segment.
Launch
Samsung is reportedly planning to introduce the Galaxy S26 FE on September 1, although the company has not announced an official launch date.
The device is expected to join the Galaxy S26 lineup as the Fan Edition model, offering flagship-inspired features at a lower price point.
Price
According to recent reports, the base Galaxy S26 with 128GB storage could be priced at around EUR 749, or approximately Rs. 82,000.
Samsung has not yet revealed pricing for the Galaxy S26 FE, but it is generally expected to launch below the standard Galaxy S26.
As with all pre-launch reports, the leaked specifications should be treated as unofficial until Samsung makes a formal announcement.
