Xiaomi's 15 Ultra impressed me earlier in the year with its stellar camera setup that provides superb quality for pro shooters. But the company's not done for the year just yet; the Xiaomi 15T and 15T Pro pack Leica-branded camera systems and a host of high-end tech into a metal body. I've been hands-on, and there's a lot to like.
Both the processor and the cameras put in solid performances during my hands-on time with them. Plus, I was intrigued to hear about a unique new feature found only on the Xiaomi 15T and 15T Pro: a walkie talkie mode for making device-to-device voice calls in areas where there is no cell service.
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At the time of writing, Xiaomi wouldn't confirm pricing details for the 15T or 15T Pro, but for reference, last year's 14T Pro started at £650 (roughly $880) in the UK and was a high-performing mid-range handset. I'd expect the 15T Pro to come with a similar price tag. It's safe to assume the base 15T will be at least £100 cheaper. As with all of Xiaomi's products, an official US launch is not on the cards.
Xiaomi 15T Pro cameras
The back of the 15T Pro is home to a triple-camera array, which includes a 50-megapixel main camera, a 50-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom and a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera.
Enlarge Image Taken with the main camera, I like the warm tones and rich contrast here. Andrew Lanxon/CNET
Enlarge Image The phone has kept a good handle on exposure with this image from the main camera. Andrew Lanxon/CNET
On a sunny late summer day in Edinburgh, I found the main camera capable of taking solid shots with even exposure, accurate colors and plenty of detail.
Enlarge Image There's noticeably less detail in images taken with the ultrawide lens, especially toward their edges. Andrew Lanxon/CNET
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