HUAWEI nova 16s Series Teases 200MP Portrait Camera and 5G Connectivity

HUAWEI Malaysia is preparing to launch the nova 16s Series, featuring upgraded camera technology, a fresh design and 5G connectivity.

The lineup consists of the HUAWEI nova 16s and nova 16s Pro, designed for users who enjoy photography, content creation and personal expression.

The nova 16s Pro will be available in Breathing Crystal and Starry Black, while the standard nova 16s adds Sky White to the same colour options.

200MP Camera for Better Portrait Photography

The highlight of the HUAWEI nova 16s Pro is its 200MP RYYB Ultra-Large Sensor Main Camera, featuring a 1/1.28-inch sensor alongside OIS and AIS stabilisation. The combination is designed to capture more light and detail while producing sharper images in challenging lighting conditions.

The Pro model also features front and rear True-to-Colour Cameras to deliver more natural skin tones and accurate colours. Its front camera supports 0.8x to 5x selfie and group-photo zoom, offering greater flexibility for different shooting situations.

Across the series, AI photography tools include AI Composition, AI Move, AI Remove, AI De-glare and AI Best Expression, allowing users to enhance their photos directly on the phone.

Super 5G and EMUI 16

Beyond imaging, the nova 16s Series is powered by a 5G Kirin chipset, promising responsive performance for streaming, gaming, social media and content sharing.

The series also introduces EMUI 16, featuring improved cross-device connectivity. Through the Petal Interconnect App, users can transfer photos between compatible devices and operating systems, including supported Apple devices.

HUAWEI XMAGE Awards 2026 Comes to Malaysia

HUAWEI will also bring its XMAGE Awards celebration to Malaysia with the Malaysia XMAGE Awards Ceremony 2026, scheduled alongside the official launch of the nova 16s Series.

Marking the 10th anniversary of the HUAWEI XMAGE Awards, the event will highlight the creativity of Malaysian photographers while showcasing Huawei’s latest smartphone imaging technology.

Coming Soon to Malaysia

With its 200MP portrait camera, AI-powered photography features, refreshed design and 5G connectivity, the HUAWEI nova 16s Series is set to bring an upgraded experience to the nova lineup.

The series will be available through the HUAWEI Official Store and its official stores on Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop.

Pricing, availability dates and launch promotions have yet to be announced. More details are expected closer to the official Malaysian launch.