The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) 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 to read it instantly.
Check Image Counter →The Galaxy S26+ is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and features a triple-camera system: a 50 MP ISOCELL main sensor (f/1.7, OIS — a wider aperture than the base S26’s f/1.8), a 12 MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 120°, autofocus), and a 10 MP 3× telephoto (f/2.4, OIS). The 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display provides a 2600-nit peak brightness and 1–120 Hz LTPO refresh. A 4900 mAh battery delivers the extra endurance expected of the Plus tier.
Like all modern Samsung Galaxy smartphones, the S26+ uses CMOS electronic readout only. There is no mechanical focal-plane shutter. Every image increments the persistent electronic image counter embedded in Expert RAW DNG files.
| Model | Release | Main Sensor | Display | Battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S26+ | 2026 | 50 MP (f/1.7, OIS) | 6.7″ QHD+ AMOLED | 4900 mAh |
| Galaxy S26 | 2026 | 50 MP (f/1.8, OIS) | 6.2″ FHD+ AMOLED | 3900 mAh |
| Galaxy S25+ | 2025 | 50 MP (f/1.7, OIS) | 6.7″ QHD+ AMOLED | 4900 mAh |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra | 2026 | 200 MP (f/1.7, OIS) | 6.9″ QHD+ AMOLED | 5000 mAh |
.dng extension.The image counter indicates intensity of use but carries no mechanical wear significance. Focus on these factors when evaluating a used S26+:
| What to Check | How |
|---|---|
| Battery health | Settings → Battery and device care → Battery. Below 80% warrants replacement consideration; the 4900 mAh cell is a significant factor in the S26+’s value |
| Display condition | Inspect the 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED for burn-in (especially on heavy social-media or navigation users) and edge delamination |
| Camera lenses | Test all three lenses at close, mid, and telephoto distances; inspect for fogging or chips, especially on the main f/1.7 lens |
| Frame condition | Inspect Armor Aluminum frame edges and corners for dents or structural damage; check USB-C and speaker grilles |
| Image counter | High count (>50,000) indicates intensive use — useful context, not a hardware failure indicator |
No. All Galaxy S smartphones use CMOS electronic readout. There is no focal-plane shutter mechanism and no rated mechanical lifespan.
Open the Galaxy Store app, search for Expert RAW, and install it. It is free and exclusive to Samsung Galaxy devices.
If you value lower-light performance, the f/1.7 main lens on the S26+ is a meaningful advantage over the S26’s f/1.8. The larger QHD+ display also provides a better composition and review experience. If portability matters more, the base S26 shares the same processor and telephoto reach.
No. The image counter is stored in persistent hardware memory and cannot be reset by a factory reset or software update.
A casual user accumulates roughly 5,000–20,000 captures per year. An active photographer or content creator may exceed 50,000. There is no mechanical wear threshold — battery health is the primary performance indicator to check.