vivo Welcomes Jay Chou as Imaging Ambassador Ahead of X500 Series Malaysia Launch on 27 October
October 14, 2026With a 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Zoom, advanced concert video features and pre-order rewards worth up to RM4,300, the vivo X500 Series aims to bring fans closer to the moments that matter.
Mandopop icon Jay Chou is joining vivo as its Imaging Ambassador ahead of the Malaysian launch of the vivo X500 Series on 27 October 2026. The collaboration brings together one of Asia’s most recognisable music artists and vivo’s focus on smartphone imaging, with the vivo X500 Pro Max taking centre stage as the brand’s latest flagship for capturing memorable moments.
Known for music that has connected generations of fans, Jay Chou also has a creative side that extends beyond performing. His experience directing music videos and his interest in photography reflect a passion for visual storytelling, making the collaboration a natural fit for vivo’s imaging ambitions.
In an interview with Vogue Hong Kong, Jay spoke about directing music videos as a way to express his artistic ideas, while recognising photography as another creative outlet in everyday life. This perspective adds a more personal dimension to his role as vivo’s Imaging Ambassador, connecting the stories behind the music with the images people capture in their own lives.
From Jay Chou’s Music to Stories Told Through the Camera
The collaboration comes to life through several creative projects, including Jay’s unboxing of the vivo X500 Pro Max and a campaign film that revisits the nostalgia of his song “晴天” (Sunny Day) through a reimagined storyline.
A separate travel film featuring Jay explores the experience of discovering new places and recording meaningful moments along the way. Together, these projects connect the emotion of his music with the idea that photography and video can preserve personal experiences long after they happen.
For concertgoers, this connection is particularly relevant. A live performance is about more than seeing an artist on stage. It is also about the atmosphere, the expressions, the lighting and those unexpected moments that fans want to remember.
Ahead of its Malaysian debut, vivo is positioning the X500 Pro Max as “The Ultimate Concert Phone”, with imaging features designed to help users capture more of the action, even when they are not standing near the stage.
vivo X500 Pro Max: Bringing Concert Photography Closer
At the heart of the vivo X500 Series is the X500 Pro Max, featuring a 200MP ZEISS APO Telephoto Zoom paired with the 400mm-equivalent vivo ZEISS Telephoto Extender Gen 2 Ultra.
This telephoto setup is designed to help users capture performers and finer stage details from a distance. Whether it is a close-up of a singer during an emotional performance or a memorable moment under the spotlight, the system aims to bring distant subjects closer without requiring fans to be right beside the stage.
For fans attending large concerts, this could make a difference when trying to capture a favourite performer while seated further away. Instead of recording only a wide view of the stage, users can aim for more detailed shots of the artist and the moments unfolding during the show.
Of course, actual results will depend on shooting conditions, lighting, movement and how the phone is used. Nevertheless, the X500 Pro Max’s telephoto capabilities are central to vivo’s effort to make concert photography a key part of the flagship experience.
Smarter Video Features for Fancam Creators
Beyond still photography, the vivo X500 Pro Max introduces Auto Framing Fancam Video, a feature designed to help keep the subject within the frame while recording.
This could be useful for fans who want to create fancam videos of their favourite performers without constantly making manual framing adjustments. By helping keep the subject in view, the feature aims to make recording more convenient and flexible.
The phone also offers Super Stage AF Tracking Video, designed to help maintain focus on performers as they move across the stage. This is particularly relevant for fast-paced performances, where singers and dancers can move quickly between different parts of the stage.
Together, these features target two common challenges when filming concerts: keeping the performer in frame and maintaining focus as the action unfolds.
For fans who enjoy recording performances to revisit later, the combination of long-range zoom, subject framing and autofocus tracking could make the X500 Pro Max a compelling option to watch when it arrives in Malaysia.
vivo X500 Series Lineup
The X500 Pro Max will be joined by the vivo X500 Pro and vivo X500, completing the upcoming series lineup.
With its emphasis on flagship imaging and concert-focused photography and video features, the series continues vivo’s effort to help users capture and relive meaningful experiences through their smartphones.
More details about the Malaysian models, including local specifications and pricing, will be important for consumers comparing their next flagship phone.
vivo X500 Series Pre-Order Benefits in Malaysia
For those looking to upgrade, vivo is promoting total pre-order benefits worth up to RM4,300 for the X500 Series.
The advertised benefits include:
- Exclusive rebate: Up to RM1,000.
- vivo Store Member benefits: Worth up to RM2,460 when users log in.
- SPayLater rebate: An additional RM150.
- Concert ticket opportunity: Every purchase gives buyers a chance to win tickets to Jay Chou’s “Carnival II” World Tour 2027 in Malaysia.
The combined value of these benefits is an opportunity for fans and consumers considering the new flagship series. However, the total package includes different types of rewards and rebates, so buyers should check the applicable terms, eligibility requirements and redemption conditions before placing an order.
With Jay Chou as its new Imaging Ambassador, vivo is giving the X500 Series a campaign built around music, creativity and the moments fans want to preserve. The vivo X500 Pro Max’s long-range telephoto system and concert-focused video tools will be among the key features to look out for when the series launches in Malaysia on 27 October 2026.
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