Amp up your photo and videography with the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and its Leica 200MP camera with mechanical optical zoom.

With a focus on mobile photography, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra ensures you&rsquo;re on the top of your game. Designed in collaboration with Leica, this flagship smart device redefines what it means to shoot professionally on a smartphone &ndash; from capturing evocative street portraits, to dramatic videography, and even low-light cityscapes.<o:p></o:p>
The device also boasts a world-first 200 megapixel, 75-100mm mechanical optical zoom that truly sets the the Xiaomi 17 Ultra apart from current competitors. Therefore, your images won&rsquo;t require digital cropping, as every increment between 75mm and 100mm is true optical zoom &ndash; much like that of professional DSLR cameras. On top of the dedicated 200MP mode for ultra-detailed daytime shots, the extended in-sensor zoom reaches up to 400mm, with a max zoom of up to 120x digital zoom, for clear captures of distant subjects. Then its 14mm ultra-wide lens completes the trio &ndash; making it ideal for sweeping landscapes or tight interiors.<o:p></o:p>

At the core is the 50MP main camera with a large 1-inch sensor &ndash; a size usually dedicated for professional cameras. Thus explaining the Xiaomi 17 Ultra&rsquo;s ability to capture low-light or night photography with richer detail, having beautifully balanced highlights and shadows that translate to natural-looking night shots without an overly processed feel. <o:p></o:p>
Coupled with functions like the dedicated Fireworks mode &ndash; ideal for showcasing the CNY or Raya fireworks &ndash; luminous bursts remain detailed. The images are a result of Xiaomi&rsquo;s latest LOFIC HDR innovation, ensuring bright city lights, sunsets, and festive fireworks remain vivid without losing the subject in front of you. And it works seamlessly for both photography and video, making high-contrast scenes effortless!<o:p></o:p>

And speaking about video capabilities, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is capable of up to 8K recording and cinematic slow motion at 4K 120fps. Plus, Log recording provides greater flexibility in post-production for serious filmmakers.<o:p></o:p>
Beyond just imaging, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and runs on the Xiaomi HyperOS 3. Its brilliant 6.9-inch HyperRGB OLED display &ndash; protected by Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0 &ndash; offers 120Hz smoothness and striking brightness, while its durable 6,000mAh battery confidently takes you through the day. And fear not, as the device supports 90W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge, not to mention a charging brick included for local units. It&rsquo;s rated at IP68 durability, and Xiaomi confirms up to five years of OS updates ensure longevity befitting the flagship.<o:p></o:p>

Available in White, Black and Starlit Green, with 16GB RAM and either 512GB (priced at RM5,499) or 1TB (priced at RM5,999) of space, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra&nbsp;lets you&nbsp;have fun being a professional mobile photographer with all the capabilities of Leica Colours and Tuning.

The pre-order period ends March 5, with the devices scheduled to be shipped from March 6, 2026. To find out more, or purchase your device, visit a Xiaomi Store or <a href="https://www.mi.com/my/product/xiaomi-17-ultra/buy/">mi.com</a> for more information.<o:p></o:p>

Capture videos and stills on the flagship Xiaomi 17 Ultra with Leica Colours and Tuning

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