The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (Fan Edition, 2025) supports Expert RAW in DNG format and has no mechanical shutter — the image counter stored in each DNG file records total electronic captures. Drop an Expert RAW DNG file to read it instantly.
Check Image Counter →The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (released October 2025) is Samsung’s Fan Edition for the S25 generation, powered by the Exynos 2500 processor. The triple rear camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor (f/1.8, OIS, Dual Pixel PDAF), a 12 MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 120°), and a 10 MP 3× telephoto (f/2.4, OIS). The 6.7-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display runs at up to 120 Hz. The S25 FE is designed to bring Galaxy AI features and flagship-class photography to a wider audience at a more accessible price point, with a polycarbonate back and IP68 water resistance.
Like all Galaxy S-series phones, the S25 FE uses CMOS electronic readout only. There is no mechanical focal-plane shutter. The image counter embedded in Expert RAW DNG files provides a reliable indicator of total usage intensity across all rear cameras.
| Model | Release | Chip | Main Camera | Telephoto |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S25 FE | 2025 | Exynos 2500 | 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS) | 10 MP 3× (f/2.4) |
| Galaxy S25 | 2025 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS) | 10 MP 3× (f/2.4) |
| Galaxy S24 FE | 2024 | Exynos 2500 | 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS) | 10 MP 3× (f/2.4) |
| Galaxy S23 FE | 2023 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS) | 10 MP 3× (f/2.4) |
.dng extension.exiftool -ImageNumber yourfile.dng to read the counter from the command line.| What to Check | How |
|---|---|
| Battery health | Settings → Battery and device care → Battery. Samsung shows charge cycle count and health percentage; below 80% warrants consideration |
| All three rear cameras | Test the main (50 MP), ultrawide (12 MP), and telephoto (10 MP 3×) for clarity, OIS effectiveness, and focus accuracy |
| Display condition | Check the 6.7″ FHD+ AMOLED for dead pixels, burn-in at the status bar, and uniformity across all brightness levels |
| Polycarbonate back | Inspect for deep scratches or cracks; the polycarbonate back is more prone to surface marks than glass backs on the mainline S25 |
| IP68 water resistance | Verify the phone has not been opened or repaired; third-party repairs often compromise the water resistance seal |
| Image counter | High count (>40,000) indicates intensive photographic use — useful context, not a failure indicator on an electronic-shutter device |
No. All Samsung Galaxy S-series smartphones use CMOS electronic readout only. There is no focal-plane shutter mechanism in the S25 FE.
Install Samsung Expert RAW from the Galaxy Store and enable RAW capture. The built-in Camera app Pro mode may also save DNG files depending on your One UI version.
Yes. The image counter in Expert RAW DNG files increments for every capture on all three rear cameras — main (50 MP), ultrawide (12 MP), and telephoto (10 MP 3×). The counter reflects total rear camera usage, not just main camera captures.
The S25 FE uses the same Exynos 2500 chip as the S24 FE but brings Galaxy AI features from the S25 generation, including improved scene detection and AI-powered editing tools. The camera hardware is broadly similar, with the S25 FE benefiting from updated ISP firmware and Galaxy AI scene optimizations.
No. The image counter is stored in persistent device memory and cannot be reset by a factory reset or firmware update.