The CMF Phone 2 Pro, slated for launch on April 28th, is generating considerable buzz, particularly around its upgraded camera system. CMF by Nothing is aiming to deliver a compelling photography experience at an accessible price point. The key highlight is its triple-camera setup, a significant leap from the dual-camera arrangement found on its predecessor, the CMF Phone 1.
The CMF Phone 2 Pro boasts a primary 50MP sensor with a 1/1.57-inch size. CMF claims this is the largest sensor in its price segment, suggesting enhanced light capture and improved image quality, especially in low-light conditions. Complementing the primary sensor is a 50MP telephoto lens offering 2x optical zoom. This inclusion is particularly noteworthy as it's being touted as a first in this price range. Optical zoom allows users to zoom in on subjects without sacrificing image quality, a distinct advantage over digital zoom, which can often result in blurry or pixelated images. Finally, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens with a 119.5-degree field of view completes the trifecta, enabling users to capture expansive landscapes and group shots.
The arrangement of the three lenses is also noteworthy. The dual camera sensors are arranged separately, without any borders, and another sensor is placed beside them in an oval-shaped module, along with an LED flash.
Comparing the CMF Phone 2 Pro's camera capabilities to the CMF Phone 1 reveals a substantial upgrade. The CMF Phone 1 featured a 50MP primary sensor paired with a 2MP depth sensor. The addition of both a telephoto and an ultrawide lens on the Phone 2 Pro provides far greater versatility, enabling a wider range of photographic styles and scenarios. Some reports suggest the camera setup is very similar to that of the Nothing Phone (3a).
Beyond the camera specifications, CMF emphasizes that the Phone 2 Pro is "built for light, depth, and detail" and "redesigned from the inside out." This suggests that the company has also focused on software optimizations and image processing algorithms to maximize the potential of the camera hardware. The company has also posted images captured on the phone by the community as a collage which may provide a first-hand look at the photographic capabilities.
Other confirmed specifications of the CMF Phone 2 Pro include a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro SoC, which is said to offer a 10% faster CPU performance and a 5% graphics improvement compared to the Dimensity 7300 found in the CMF Phone 1. The phone is also expected to feature a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The device will also come with Android 15. It will also ship with a charger and transparent case, at least in India.
The CMF Phone 2 Pro is part of Nothing's strategy to offer well-designed and functional products at more accessible price points. CMF, which stands for Colour, Material, and Finish, operates as a sub-brand, allowing Nothing to cater to a broader audience without compromising the premium positioning of its flagship devices.
