Nairobi, Kenya – April 15, 2025 – vivo today launched its most advanced portrait flagship smartphone to date, the vivo V50, redefining the user experience for creative expression. With state-of-the-art co-engineered ZEISS Professional Portrait capabilities, the V50 takes visual quality to new heights, enabling users to capture and share memories with unique style and exceptional clarity. Beyond its imaging prowess, the V50 boasts a sleek, aesthetic design and a powerful, slim long-lasting 6000 mAh (TYP) battery, thanks to vivo’s BlueVolt technology with ultra-fast 90W FlashCharge. Crafted for a seamless user experience across various scenarios, the V50 stands out with its competitive performance and power enhancements.
Professional-Level Portraits to Preserve Every Moment
“The vivo V series has always been about empowering our users to capture life’s precious moments,” said James Irungu, vivo Brand Manager Kenya. “With the V50, we’re taking another leap forward in mobile imaging. Its advanced portrait capabilities, premium design, and powerful performance redefine the expectations for a smartphone in this price range. We’re dedicated to delivering features that enhance every aspect of our customers’ digital lives.”
50 MP on Every Lens: The Distinctive ZEISS Professional Portrait
Powered by the vivo ZEISS Co-engineered Imaging System, the V50 establishes itself as the portrait flagship of the year. For the V50, vivo and ZEISS jointly define and pursue all criteria required to achieve the ZEISS standard of optical quality and imaging performance. Its unique 50 MP ZEISS All Main Camera delivers professional-grade performance across all rear camera lenses, making it the perfect tool for capturing and preserving touching memories with sophistication.
The 50 MP ZEISS OIS Main Camera boasts a 1/1.55″ super-sensitive large sensor for exceptional light capture, even in challenging conditions. vivo’s innovative VCS Camera-Bionic Spectrum further enhances image quality by mimicking the human eye for purer, truer colors. An integrated mini gimbal and independent stabilization design achieve CIPA 4.0 DSLR-Level Stabilization, minimizing blur from handshake and enabling extended night exposures for crystal-clear night scenes.
The V50 debuts vivo’s next-generation virtual lighting technology, AI Aura Light Portrait 2.0. Utilizing AI algorithms and a 143x ultra-soft fill light, it delivers studio-quality, multi-angle lighting that is both soft and atmospheric. Two new cinematic portrait lighting styles, Rembrandt Lighting and Butterfly Lighting, further enhance portrait shots.
Featuring ZEISS Multifocal Portrait, the V50 offers 23 mm, 35 mm, and 50 mm focal lengths. Each focal length is paired with one of seven iconic ZEISS Style Bokeh effects, ensuring a comprehensive selection of classic and distinctive bokeh with expertly tuned color grading for a signature look.
For stunning group photos, the V50 features a front 50 MP ZEISS Group Selfie Camera with a 92° autofocus wide-angle lens. Supported by AI 3D Studio Lighting 2.0, it ensures exceptional clarity and minimal distortion, even in backlight. A 119° ultra-wide rear camera effortlessly captures large groups and expansive landscapes. Thanks to the 50 MP sensors, users can capture moments with exceptional detail and clarity, ensuring every image has depth and vibrancy.
Whether capturing portraits, sweeping vistas, or vibrant group shots, every moment can be recorded in ultra-clear 4K video. The V50 also introduces AI Image Studio, Film Camera Mode, and Live Photo features for enhanced creative expression.
Sleek Design with Seamless Innovation
The vivo V50 elevates the user experience with a sleek and ultra-lightweight design. The Ultra Slim 4D Infinity Curved Screen enhances everyday viewing with an immersive, edge-to-edge display, perfect for streaming, gaming, and vibrant visuals.
With vivo’s proprietary slim stacking technology and a robust 6000 mAh (TYP) BlueVolt Battery, the V50 balances performance with aesthetics. A 41° Golden Curvature and a streamlined center frame provide a comfortable grip, whether for movies, gaming, or social media browsing. The curved corners not only enhance usability but also add a touch of elegance. vivo’s advanced anti-mistouch technology reduces accidental taps, making it ideal for intense gaming sessions.
The V50 is available in a stunning range of colors inspired by nature, including Mombasa Blue, and Satin Black, The Dual Ring Camera Module combines functionality with sophistication through luxury-grade engraving, matte precision Diamond Pattern, and high-gloss cut corners, showcasing vivo’s dedication to meticulous craftsmanship.
Enduring Power and Performance
The V50’s battery performance is powered by multiple innovations, including a second-generation silicon-carbon anode and vivo’s proprietary battery encapsulation technology. With 90W FlashCharge, the V50 delivers up to 6 hours of talk time after just 10 minutes of charging from 1%.
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon® 7 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, the V50 offers flagship-level performance with a 15% CPU boost and a 50% GPU improvement. Its AI Neural Network Unit and ISP ensure smooth app launches, enhanced gaming visuals, and optimized daily tasks. With 12 GB of RAM and up to 12 GB of extended RAM, the V50 can run over 40 apps simultaneously with ease.
In addition, the V50 features IP68 and IP69 Water and Dust Resistance, making it ideal for various environments.
Availability
The vivo V50 will be available in Kenya starting April 15th, 2025 for KES 69,999. Both online and offline stores.