The Xiaomi 14T (2024) shoots native DNG in Leica Pro mode with a 50 MP Samsung ISOCELL HP9A sensor tuned by Leica 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 14T is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ and brings the Leica camera partnership to Xiaomi’s affordable T-series flagship lineup. Its triple-camera system features a 50 MP Samsung ISOCELL HP9A main sensor (f/1.6, OIS, Leica optics), a 13 MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 120°), and a 50 MP 2.6× optical telephoto (f/1.9, Leica). Like all smartphones, every camera uses CMOS electronic readout — there is no mechanical focal-plane shutter.
Released in September 2024, the 14T delivers Leica colour profiles (Authentic and Vibrant), Leica watermarks in JPEG mode, and full DNG RAW output in Leica Pro mode. The 6.67-inch AMOLED display achieves 144 Hz refresh and 4000 nits peak brightness.
| Model | Chip | Main Sensor | Shutter Type | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 14T | Dimensity 9300+ | 50 MP HP9A (f/1.6, Leica) | Electronic only | DNG |
| Xiaomi 14 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | 50 MP LF900 (f/1.6, Leica) | Electronic only | DNG |
| Xiaomi 13T | Dimensity 8200 Ultra | 50 MP HP3 (f/1.9, Leica colour) | Electronic only | DNG |
| Xiaomi 15 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | 50 MP LYT-928 (f/1.62, Leica) | Electronic only | DNG |
.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.| Spec | Xiaomi 14T | Xiaomi 14T Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP HP9A (f/1.6, Leica) | 50 MP HP9A (f/1.6, Leica Summilux) |
| Telephoto | 50 MP 2.6× (f/1.9) | 50 MP 2.6× (f/1.9, Leica) |
| Wired charging | 67W | 120W HyperCharge |
| Wireless charging | No | 50W |
| Leica lens branding | Main only | All three lenses |
| DNG RAW output | Yes | Yes |
| What to Check | How |
|---|---|
| Battery health | Settings → Battery → Battery Health Evaluation. The 14T has a 5000 mAh battery with 67W wired charging. |
| Display condition | Check the 6.67-inch AMOLED (144 Hz, 4000 nits) for burn-in or dead pixels. Test adaptive brightness outdoors. |
| Camera lens glass | Inspect the Leica-branded main lens and the 50 MP telephoto for scratches. All three lenses are key to this phone’s value. |
| Body condition | Check the flat glass back and aluminium frame. Available in Titan Black, Titan Blue, and Lemon Yellow. |
| Image counter | Request a DNG in Leica Pro mode and check the counter via shuttercount.app. High count (>40,000) indicates active use. |
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.
It depends on priorities. The Xiaomi 14 uses a premium Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and a slightly superior Light Fusion 900 main sensor, and is positioned as a compact flagship with faster overall performance. The 14T uses Dimensity 9300+ and targets European markets at a lower price point with comparable Leica camera performance. For RAW photography, both produce excellent DNG files with Leica colour tuning.
Yes — drop a DNG RAW file from the Xiaomi 14T’s Leica Pro mode into shuttercount.app and the tool will display the image counter.