The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 (2024) 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 Z Fold 6 (released July 2024) is Samsung’s sixth-generation book-style foldable smartphone, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor (4 nm). It features a 7.6-inch main Flex Window display and a 6.3-inch cover display. The triple-camera system consists of a 50 MP main camera (f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS), a 12 MP ultra-wide (f/2.2, 123° FOV), and a 10 MP 3× telephoto (f/2.4, OIS). An under-display 4 MP camera serves the inner screen.
Like all smartphones, the Z Fold 6 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.
| Model | Release | Main Camera | Shutter Type | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Z Fold 6 | 2024 | 50 MP f/1.8 (OIS) | Electronic only | Expert RAW (DNG) |
| Galaxy Z Fold 5 | 2023 | 50 MP f/1.8 (OIS) | Electronic only | Expert RAW (DNG) |
| Galaxy S25 Ultra | 2025 | 200 MP f/1.7 (OIS) | Electronic only | Expert RAW (DNG) |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra | 2025 | 200 MP f/1.7 (OIS) | Electronic only | Expert RAW (DNG) |
.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. A Samsung service centre can run a full diagnostic |
| Hinge mechanism | Open and close the fold 20–30 times and listen/feel for grinding, looseness, or uneven resistance. Galaxy Z Fold 6 is rated for 200,000 folds by Samsung |
| Inner 7.6″ display | Check for crease severity, screen burn, dead pixels, and delamination along the fold line |
| Cover 6.3″ display | Inspect Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for scratches or cracks |
| Camera lenses | Check all three rear lenses and the under-display camera for scratches or fogging |
| IPX8 seals | Inspect rubber sealing around hinge and ports; damage compromises water resistance |
| Image counter | High count (>50,000) indicates intensive camera use — useful context, not a failure signal |
No. All Samsung Galaxy smartphones use CMOS electronic readout only. There is no focal-plane shutter mechanism in the Z Fold 6.
Install Samsung Expert RAW from the Galaxy Store and enable RAW capture. The native Camera app Pro mode may also save DNG files depending on your Galaxy OS version.
No. The image counter is stored in persistent device memory and cannot be reset by a factory reset or firmware update.
The S25 Ultra has a 200 MP main camera vs the Z Fold 6’s 50 MP, giving it significantly higher resolution for large-format prints. The Z Fold 6 trades camera capability for the foldable form factor with a large inner display. For pure photography, the S-series Ultra is stronger; for versatility as a camera/tablet hybrid, the Z Fold 6 is unique.