The Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) shoots native DNG in Pro mode with a triple 50 MP Sony sensor system and has no mechanical shutter — the image counter in each DNG records total electronic captures. Drop a RAW DNG file to read it instantly.
Check Image Counter →The Xiaomi 12 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and features a triple-camera system with an unusual design: all three rear cameras use 50 MP Sony sensors. The main camera uses the Sony IMX707 (f/1.9, 1/1.28″, OIS, omnidirectional PDAF), the ultrawide a Sony IMX766 (f/2.2, 1/2″, 115° field of view), and the telephoto a second Sony IMX707 (f/1.9, 1/1.28″, OIS, 2× optical zoom). Using a flagship-grade large sensor in the telephoto as well as the main camera was a distinguishing feature of the 12 Pro compared to competitors.
Released in December 2021 (global launch January 2022), the Xiaomi 12 Pro was Xiaomi’s flagship for early 2022. Like all smartphones, every camera uses CMOS electronic readout — there is no mechanical focal-plane shutter. The image counter embedded in Pro mode DNG files provides a reliable record of total usage.
| Model | Release | Chip | Main Sensor | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 12 Pro | Dec 2021 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | 50 MP Sony IMX707 (1/1.28″) | DNG (Pro mode) |
| Xiaomi 12T Pro | Oct 2022 | Dimensity 8100 Ultra | 200 MP Samsung HM5 | DNG (Pro mode) |
| Xiaomi 13 Pro | Dec 2022 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | 50 MP Sony IMX989 (1″) | DNG (Leica Pro) |
| Xiaomi 14 Pro | Oct 2023 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 50 MP Sony LYT-T900 (1/1.31″) | DNG (Leica Pro) |
.dng file to your computer. Alternatively, use Xiaomi Share or a cloud service.exiftool -ImageNumber yourfile.DNG in a terminal to read the counter directly from the EXIF metadata.Because there is no mechanical shutter, the image counter has no direct wear implication. Prioritise these checks when evaluating a used Xiaomi 12 Pro:
| What to Check | How |
|---|---|
| Battery health | Settings → Battery → Battery Health Evaluation. Xiaomi shows remaining capacity as a percentage. The 12 Pro has a 4600 mAh battery with 120W HyperCharge (one of the fastest available in 2022). |
| Display condition | Check the 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED for burn-in, dead pixels, or pressure cracks. Test the 1–120 Hz dynamic refresh. |
| Triple camera system | Test all three 50 MP cameras, particularly the OIS on the main and telephoto. The telephoto Sony IMX707 is a premium component — verify focus accuracy at 2× zoom. |
| Body condition | Inspect the curved Corning Gorilla Glass 12 Pro back and titanium-alloy frame for chips or cracks. |
| Image counter | High count (>50,000) suggests active use — useful context but not a wear indicator for the sensor. |
All three Sony sensors in the Xiaomi 12 Pro output DNG files in Pro mode. The main and telephoto IMX707 sensors use a dual-conversion gain architecture that extends dynamic range, particularly visible in high-contrast scenes. The IMX766 ultrawide, while using a smaller 1/2″ sensor, still benefits from the dual-gain pixel design. DNG files from the 12 Pro are typically 15–30 MB per exposure depending on scene complexity.
The image counter is stored in the DNG EXIF under the ImageNumber field in Xiaomi’s MakerNote IFD. This counter increments with every capture and cannot be reset by a factory reset.
The successor Xiaomi 13 Pro (Dec 2022) introduced the Leica partnership and upgraded the main sensor to the Sony IMX989 1-inch sensor — physically larger than the 12 Pro’s IMX707 (1/1.28″), with significantly better low-light performance per pixel. The 13 Pro also added Leica colour profiles (Authentic and Vibrant) to the DNG output. The 12 Pro’s triple-50 MP philosophy was retired in favour of the IMX989’s quality-over-resolution approach.
No. All Xiaomi smartphones use CMOS electronic readout — there is no mechanical focal-plane shutter. The image counter in the DNG file is a software counter reflecting total electronic captures.
Yes — drop a DNG RAW file from the Xiaomi 12 Pro’s Pro mode into shuttercount.app and the tool will display the image counter.
The 120W HyperCharge on the Xiaomi 12 Pro is extremely fast, but fast charging accelerates battery degradation compared to slower chargers. A used 12 Pro that was always charged at 120W may show lower battery health than one charged more slowly. Check the battery health percentage in Settings before buying.