Review: vivo X200 FE the first vivo Compact Telephoto Flagship, compact yet powerful!

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vivo X200 FE , slim with high-end performance and great cameras

The vivo X200 FE is the first vivo Compact Telephoto Flagship, praised for balancing high-end features with a pocketable design. While it offers impressive performance, camera quality, and a massive battery.

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The telephoto camera on the vivo X200 FE is a 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera that offers 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom to capture distant subjects with clarity. It uses a Sony IMX882 sensor and ZEISS optics to take sharp, detailed photos and offers specialized features like Stage Mode for concerts and AI Telephoto Enhance for vibrant images. This advanced telephoto system allows for powerful zooming and professional-looking photos of concerts, landscapes, and street scenes, all from a compact phone.

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The best compact flagship smartphone in the Philippines right now. Why?

Luckily and so happy for experiencing and exploring the vivo X200 FE for weeks. 

The vivo X200 FE is a rare compact smartphone with high-end performance and great cameras.

Design and build

The vivo X200 FE measures 71.76mm in width, 7.99mm in thickness, and weighs approximately 186 grams.

A pretty and tiny unit, comfortable enough for one-handed use, it easily slips into small pockets or purses. Weighing just 186 grams, the device is lightweight and doesn’t feel bulky in a pocket or bag. An impressive, having massive battery in a lightweight body. This is something I'm always pleased to see.

The vivo X200 FE is a compact flagship smartphone that features a 6.3-inch AMOLED display with 5000nits of peak brightness, 50MP + 50MP + 8MP triple rear cameras with ZEISS optics, and a 50MP selfie camera with autofocus.

It runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor with 12GB of physical RAM, Android 15 OS and the AI-packed Funtouch OS 15 software. There's also an under-display fingerprint scanner, 5G connectivity with eSIM support, Wi-Fi 6, NFC, Infrared function, stereo speakers, 512GB of storage, and IP68/69 water resistance. A 6500mAh high-density battery powers the device with support for 90W fast charging technology.

Vivo X200 FE: Camera Performance

The Vivo X200 FE has three cameras on its rear: a 23mm equivalent 50MP main camera, a 50MP 70mm equivalent telephoto, and a less impressive 8MP ultrawide. Around the front, there's a 50MP punch-hole selfie snapper, and unlike the X200 and X200 Pro, this one has autofocus.

The Vivo X200 FE inherits from the V-series is the Aura Light, there's a bi-colour ring next to the cameras, which can either act as a flash or an adjustable continuous fill-light and it adjusts to match the ambient light temperature makes it look a lot better.

And what I love most here, the Vivo X200 FE mainly focuses on image editing tools like an AI-powered Image Expander, Reflection Eraser, and Photo Enhancer! With AI Image Studio. You can get creative with AI!

Unleash boundless creativity. 

Use AI tools to reframe, expand, and edit images as you please.

With vivo X200 FE Smart Eye Protection 2.0, enjoy effortless viewing anytime—whether day or night. Experience smooth, safe, and eye-friendly display comfort, even in low light.

For users looking for a premium smartphone that’s easy to handle and packed with cutting-edge technology, the vivo X200 FE combines usability with powerful features.

The vivo X200 FE is now available in vivo physical stores nationwide or online via the vivo website. You can also check out vivo Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X or visit vivoglobal.ph to stay in the loop.

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vivo X200 FE SPECS 

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Display                                            6.31-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED 1216x2640

                                                        71.76mm in width, 7.99mm in thicknes

                                                        weighs 186 grams

                                                        

CPU                                                 MediaTek Dimensity 9300+

RAM / Storage                               12GB / 16GB RAM + 256GB / 512GB storage

Wide Main Camera                        50MP 23mm f/1.9 (1/1.56-inch)

Ultra Wide Camera                        8MP f/2.2 (1/4.0-inch)

Telephoto Camera                         50MP 70mm f/2.7 (1/1.95-inch)

Front Camera                                50MP f/2.0

Video                                            Up to 4K60 / 1080p120

Battery                                          6500 mAh silicon-carbon battery 

                                                     with 90W fast charging

Operating System                        Funtouch OS 15 (based on Android 15)

Weight                                          186g

USB Port                                      USB Type-C

Connectivity                                 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, IR, NFC

Design & Durability                     IP68/!P69 Water Resistant

                                                      MIL-STD 810H Shock Resistant

                                                          

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Pro portraits from afar with vivo V60 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera

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Taking clear and professional-looking portraits from a distance is now possible with the new vivo V60.

Its powerful 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera uses a Sony IMX882 sensor, a large 1.95-inch sensor, and optical image stabilization to keep shots sharp and steady.

With 3x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom, you can capture every detail, even when the subject is far away.

Stunning shots with stunning women

Celebrity and vivo ambassador Marian Rivera was photographed with the vivo V60 during the Grand Launch on September 3, 2025 at Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, and her portraits look intimate and up close even without moving nearer.

Miss Grand Philippines 2025 Emma Tiglao also tried the vivo V60 during a photoshoot, and the results are stunning. Her photos show how the 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera delivers professional-quality portraits even from a distance. Check out her Instagram reel.

Perfect for cityscapes and architecture

The vivo V60 is not just for portraits. Its AI-powered zoom with artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) detail recovery keeps buildings, landmarks, and landscapes clear and colorful.

Faraway views stay sharp and true to life, almost as if you are right there.

A concert must-have

Concert lovers will appreciate the V60 as a dependable concert companion. Zoom in at 10x on the lead performer and still capture bright, detailed shots. Turn on Stage Style mode to capture photos with perfect stage lighting and vivid colors.

See how tech reviewer Christian Peña used the vivo V60 to capture stunning photos of P-pop group Hori7on performing at the launch event.

With its 50MP ZEISS Super Telephoto Camera, advanced AI features, and powerful zoom, the vivo V60 makes professional photography easy for everyone.

The vivo V60 is now available in all vivo concept stores, kiosks, and authorized dealers nationwide for as low as Php 28,999. You can also exclusively check out online via vivo's official store on Shopee, and enjoy up to Php 5,000 discounts, freebies, and free shipping until September 19, 2025.

Enhance your smartphone photography with OPPO Reno11 5G’s Telephoto Camera

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With almost 100 million devices sold since its introduction in 2019, OPPO’s Reno Series continues to help Filipinos capture professional-level images with relative ease. Renowned as the brand’s Portrait Expert for its astounding camera capabilities, the Reno Series evolves with the OPPO Reno11 5G, taking smartphone portrait photography to a new level.

The OPPO Reno11 5G, just like its predecessors, is equally exceptional as it is designed to elevate smartphone photography to new heights with its Ultra-Clear Portrait Camera System featuring a 32MP Portrait Camera, which enables users to capture distant subjects with remarkable clarity, unparalleled depth, and detail.

Uncovering the 32MP Telephoto Lens

The OPPO Reno11 5G's telephoto lens is powered by the Sony IMX709 sensor, praised for its ability to capture intricate details with precision. With a 47mm equivalent optical focal length, this lens provides a natural perspective, with focus on a single subject just like a professional portrait. The telephoto lens also boasts a 1/2.74” sensor size and an f/2.0 aperture, ensuring excellent performance in different lighting conditions.

Snapping photos with enhanced photosensitivity and reduced noise

One of the remarkable advancements in the OPPO Reno11 5G’s telephoto lens is the implementation of the RGBW pixel arrangement. This technology enhances photosensitivity by 60% and reduces noise by 35% compared to traditional sensors. Whether you're shooting in low light or bright conditions, the telephoto lens ensures your photos are vibrant, clear, and full of detail.

Zooming in on great details

The OPPO Reno11 5G's telephoto lens is not just about portraits; it also excels in zoom performance. With advanced in-sensor zoom technology, users can achieve high-quality shots at up to 5x zoom. The 2x optical zoom allows for close-ups without loss of quality, making it perfect for capturing intricate details from a distance.

Empowering pro-level photography experience

OPPO has always been at the forefront of mobile photography innovation, and the OPPO Reno11 5G is no exception. The Ultra-Clear Portrait Camera System, which includes the telephoto lens, is designed to offer a pro-level photography experience. The Portrait Expert Engine ensures natural skin tones, accurate subject recognition, and beautiful background blur, mimicking the effects of professional DSLR cameras.

Complementing the superb camera features of OPPO Reno11 5G’s telephoto is OPPO’s AI Eraser tool. Removing unwanted objects from your photos has never been this easy and precise, all you have to do is encircle the objects you want to erase from the photo and click and it will be gone as if it never existed.

The OPPO Reno11 5G's telephoto lens is designed to transform your photography experience, making it easier than ever to capture professional-quality images with your smartphone.

The OPPO Reno11 F 5G is available for PHP 24,999 at all authorized OPPO retail stores nationwide and on OPPO's official Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop channels.

Wait, there’s more! Loyal OPPO users can still enjoy the last days of the summer season as OPPO is extending its MyOPPO Summer promo until June 16! It’s your last hurrah to play the Raining Rewards game on the app and grab exciting vouchers from partner brands such as Macao Imperial Tea, Llao Llao, McDonald’s, Domino’s, and Classic Savory.

You’ll also have more time to share your summer memories with your OPPO device and win the ultimate Vacation Starter Pack which includes two (2) Php 10,000 shopping spree from CUL-DE-SAC at Level 2 of The Podium Mall, two (2) PHP 2,000 Klook eGift Certificates, and two (2) BASH Travel Organizers. Winners will be announced on the MyOPPO App.

For more information on the OPPO Reno11 Series 5G and the MyOPPO App user benefits, visit OPPO Philippines’ official website at www.oppo.com.ph and Facebook page.