The OnePlus 13 lineup may be getting a smaller sibling, but early leaks suggest its camera might not pack the same punch as its larger counterparts. The rumored OnePlus 13 Mini, expected to be a more compact flagship, is now tipped to feature a dual-camera setup on its rear, a departure from earlier reports of a more versatile triple-lens system.

According to tipster  Digital Chat Station (via GSMArena), the OnePlus 13 Mini will likely sport a 50MP primary camera alongside a 50MP telephoto lens offering 2x optical zoom. This contradicts a previous leak from the same source, which pointed to a 50MP main lens, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and an 8MP ultrawide lens. The shift suggests OnePlus might be prioritizing a telephoto lens over an ultrawide option, a decision that could appeal to users who frequently take portrait shots.

While the camera setup might be different than initially anticipated, the OnePlus 13 Mini is still expected to pack a punch in other areas. Rumors suggest the device will be powered by the same Snapdragon 8 Elite processor found in the standard OnePlus 13, ensuring top-tier performance. A 6.31-inch 1.5K LTPO display is also rumored, which, while not exactly "mini" by older standards, would still make it smaller than the 6.82-inch display of the OnePlus 13.

It's worth noting that the OnePlus 13 Mini moniker isn't set in stone, and the device could potentially launch as the OnePlus 13T, reviving a naming convention not seen since the OnePlus 8T. The phone is rumored to arrive around March 2025.

The phone is rumoured to have slim and uniform bezels, and an in-display fingerprint sensor for security.

With competitors like the Samsung Galaxy S25, the next iPhone and the base-level Google Pixel 9 also offering more compact flagship experiences, the OnePlus 13 Mini aims to carve its own niche. However, with potentially fewer camera options than initially expected, it remains to be seen if the device can truly stand out in a crowded market.