Vivo Debuts X500 Flagship Smartphones and ZEISS Teleconverters in Europe
Vivo officially launched its new flagship smartphone lineup, featuring the Vivo X500 Pro and X500 Pro Max alongside the foldable Vivo X Fold6, at a European premier event in Costa Adeje on Tenerife, Novinky reported. The release brings advanced mobile imaging hardware to the European market, highlighted by detachable telephoto accessories developed in partnership with ZEISS.
The new X500 series targets long-range photography and fast-moving action. The top-tier X500 Pro Max features a massive 200-megapixel periscope telephoto ZEISS APO sensor with a 1/1.4-inch size, offering a 3.5x optical zoom and CIPA 7.0 optical image stabilization. The smaller X500 Pro relies on a 64-megapixel Sony LYTIA 610 sensor, while both models share a main 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA L910 sensor with an f/1.57 aperture lens, according to specifications detailed by Novinky and Zive.
European Pricing and Pre-Order Discounts
Vivo announced European pricing structures and pre-order incentives during the launch event. Pre-orders with discount codes run from October 27 through November 15, 2026, Zive reported. The flagship Vivo X500 Pro Max with 1 TB of storage and a dedicated photographic set is priced at 60,999 CZK with a 2,000 CZK discount available for early buyers. The 512 GB version with the photographic set costs 48,999 CZK, while the standalone 512 GB model retails for 42,999 CZK and the 256 GB model for 39,999 CZK. The Vivo X500 Pro in a 256 GB configuration is priced at 33,999 CZK, and the foldable Vivo X Fold6 with 512 GB sells for 52,999 CZK with a 2,000 CZK discount.
Color availability varies by model across Europe. The X500 Pro Max comes in Starry Gray, which combines satin-matte glass with a sparkle effect, and Moonlit Black, featuring a glass-fiber textured back. The X500 Pro is offered in Sunny White, utilizing a dual-layer film glass with a dotted pattern, and Moonlit Black, as reported by Zive.
Modular ZEISS Telephoto Extenders
A central feature of the X500 launch is the introduction of detachable telephoto accessories developed with ZEISS. Vivo offers two teleconverters that mount in front of the built-in telephoto lens to extend focal reach for distant subjects like sports arenas or wildlife, Novinky reported. The smaller vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 extends the equivalent focal length to 200 millimeters and works with both new phones. The larger Gen 2 Ultra is built exclusively for the X500 Pro Max, pushing the equivalent focal length to 400 millimeters.
Handling changes significantly with the modular optics attached, transforming the phone into a device that feels and operates more like a traditional standalone camera. The physical extension protrudes substantially from the body, requiring dedicated space in a carrying bag rather than slipping into a pocket, according to initial hands-on testing by Novinky.
Advanced Video Capabilities and Hardware Performance
Both smartphones run on a powerful 2nm processor and include dedicated imaging chips to handle heavy computational loads without overheating during extended recording sessions, according to Auto.cz and Blesk.cz. The primary camera supports 4K recording at 240 frames per second, allowing users to play back footage at 30 frames per second for an eightfold slow-motion effect without frame interpolation, Novinky reported.
For video professionals and creators, the ZEISS TrueDynamic main camera supports Cinematic Pro Log Video with a Log curve tailored to a 17 EV dynamic range. Additional video features include 4K 120 fps Pro AF Tracking Video and Auto Framing Video designed for live events, alongside a Vortex Shot mode that creates a 360-degree rotational stable shot with a single tap, Zive noted.
Battery Capacity and Durability Specifications
Energy management is supported by high-capacity silicon-carbon batteries designed for extended field use. The X500 Pro Max houses a 6750 mAh battery, while the X500 Pro includes a 6510 mAh cell. Both devices support 90W wired charging and 40W wireless charging, as reported by Zive. Physical durability is certified under IP68 and IP69 standards for water and dust resistance, with lens elements protected by an Ultra Hard AR Coating and displays shielded by Armor Glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the focal lengths of the built-in telephoto lenses on the Vivo X500 Pro and Pro Max?
Both models feature built-in telephoto lenses with an 85-millimeter equivalent focal length in 35mm film terms, while the X500 Pro Max utilizes a 200-megapixel sensor with 3.5x optical zoom.
When does the pre-order period end for the new Vivo X500 series in Europe?
The pre-order period with discount codes runs from October 27 through November 15, 2026, according to Zive.
What charging speeds do the X500 Pro and Pro Max support?
Both smartphones support 90W wired charging and 40W wireless charging.
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