The vivo X500 series features the debut of the Blue Image 900 sensor, which achieves a dynamic range of up to 17EV. The devices are equipped with CIPA 7.0 image stabilization for both the main and periscope telephoto lenses. The Pro Max model includes a 400mm telephoto lens with a Samsung HP0 sensor, alongside generative RAW reconstruction technology.

In collaboration with MediaTek, the X500 Pro Max introduces a telephoto tracking feature that supports composition assistance and pose recognition. The series also debuts 4K 240fps slow-motion recording and 4K 120fps DCG HDR, while integrating the updated VCS 4.0 system for improved image processing.

The new lineup offers various color modes, including Blue Image Vivid and Blue Image Original, alongside film-like and silver salt styles. Users can customize image colors via a palette. The devices support digital intermediate technology to ensure color consistency between photos and videos, plus advanced anti-reflection technology for better color reproduction.

The updated AI photography assistant can identify 5,000 different scene tags and provide automatic recommendations for poses, composition, and color tones. Additionally, vivo introduced an AI-powered photo editing tool developed with MediaTek, allowing users to perform edits through natural language commands.