vivo has introduced the new V40 series, including the V40 and V40 Pro smartphones, designed to boost the quality of your mobile portrait photography. The new phone features a professional-grade portrait system co-engineered with ZEISS that will enable you to capture stunning portraits and videos. Both new V40 models boast a powerful 5500 mAh battery, housed in vivo’s slimmest designs to date.
“With the V40 series, we’ve focused on blending powerful mobile portrait photography, lasting battery performance, and sleek design to enhance the overall user experience. Partnering with ZEISS, we co-engineered a professional-level portrait system that provides endless opportunities for creativity and self-expression.”
Yongduan Zhou, General Manager of the Overseas Product Department
The V40 series is meticulously engineered for professional-level portrait photography, achieving the quality and imaging performance standards jointly defined by vivo and ZEISS. Both models feature a 50 MP ZEISS OIS Main Camera. The V40 Pro uses the new 1/1.56-inch Sony IMX921 sensor, while the V40 features the 1/1.56-inch Samsung ISOCELL GNJ Sensor, both with an f/1.88 aperture for enhanced light intake. The powerful Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) further reduces blur and enhances image clarity.
For capturing distant subjects with remarkable clarity, the V40 Pro boasts an exclusive 50 MP ZEISS Telephoto Portrait Camera, featuring the Sony IMX816 sensor, allowing for 2x optical zoom and up to 50x ZEISS Ultra HD Zoom.
Both models also include a 50 MP ZEISS Ultra Wide-Angle Camera with a 119° angle and autofocus tracking, perfect for landscapes or group portraits. The front 50 MP ZEISS Group Selfie Camera, equipped with smart autofocus, helps users take detailed and colourful selfies, further enhanced by AI Facial Contouring Technology.
The V40 series offers ZEISS Multifocal Portrait, integrating professional portrait focal lengths into mobile photography. V40 Pro includes focal lengths of 24 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 85 mm, and 100 mm, while V40 supports 24 mm, 35 mm, and 50 mm. The series also supports master-level professional portrait templates tailored to various scenarios, with each focal length offering optimized colour tones and ZEISS Style Bokeh for powerful portrait effects.
The series is optimized for cinematic video content with 4K video shooting and ZEISS Cinematic Bokeh Video, creating a unique oval bokeh and a 2:39:1 aspect ratio. ZEISS Focus Transition ensures smooth focus shifts, keeping the main character in focus and enhancing the film-like experience.
The V40 series redefines portrait lighting with the upgraded AI Aura Light Portrait, offering brighter and softer light. The new AI 3D Studio Lighting enhances image quality by adding precise and natural fill light in challenging conditions. The Aura Light capabilities extend to indoor backlit scenarios, supporting all focal lengths.
Both models feature a powerful 5500 mAh battery, enabling extended use and quick charging with 80W FlashCharge Technology. The V40 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ Flagship Chipset, while the V40 utilizes the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Mobile Platform. Both support up to 12GB + 12GB Extended RAM for seamless multitasking.
The V40 series offers a 1.5K Ultra Clear Sunlight Display (AMOLED) with a 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 4500 nits, providing vibrant visuals even in bright sunlight. The series introduces a Dual Stereo Speaker system, delivering 3D stereo sound for an enhanced audio experience.
The V40 series is designed for durability and elegance. It features a Comprehensive Cushioning Structure and high-performance Schott α protective glass. Available in four stunning colours, the V40 series combines aesthetics with functionality, offering a luxurious design with practical benefits.
Vivo V40 Pricing and Availability
The vivo V40 series is available starting today in India and will gradually roll out to other markets. For details on pricing and colour options, visit Vivo’s official website.