Nothing has confirmed that the Phone (3) will include a 50MP telephoto camera, addressing a major gap from its predecessor.
The company announced the camera upgrade ahead of its July 1 launch event. Nothing says the Phone (3) will feature a 50MP periscope lens telephoto camera “built for creators.”
Key Camera Details
Nothing hasn’t revealed the optical zoom level yet. The company didn’t specify whether it offers 2x, 3x, or higher magnification. But users will welcome the telephoto addition at any zoom level.
The previous Nothing Phone lacked a telephoto lens, which many users criticized as a missing feature.
Sample Photos Released
Nothing shared several sample photos from the new telephoto camera. The images show the camera’s capabilities, though the exact zoom level remains unclear.
The company appears to use the periscope lens for macro photography as well. This matches what Nothing does with the Phone (3a)’s telephoto camera.
Nothing CEO Carl Pei also shared a sample photo from the new camera system.
Launch Details
The Nothing Phone (3) will launch on July 1, 2025. The company has been building anticipation with teasers and feature reveals ahead of the official announcement.
This telephoto camera represents a significant upgrade for Nothing’s flagship phone line. The addition should help the Phone (3) compete better with other premium smartphones that include multiple camera lenses.
What This Means
The telephoto camera addition shows Nothing is listening to user feedback. Many reviewers and users pointed out the missing telephoto lens as a weakness in previous Nothing phones.
The 50MP resolution suggests Nothing wants to compete with high-end camera phones. Most flagship smartphones now include telephoto lenses with similar or higher megapixel counts.
The “built for creators” messaging indicates Nothing is targeting photography enthusiasts and content creators who need versatile camera options.
More details about the Phone (3)’s full camera system, zoom capabilities, and other features will likely be revealed at next week’s launch event.
