Google is expected to launch four Pixel 9 smartphones August 13thand today we came across a massive and detailed leak about the devices’ cameras. The information, courtesy of Android Authorityreveals the sensors and lenses behind the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 XL, and even the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
The leak concerns both the front and main cameras, and we can see that Google is preparing a major redesign for all devices. However, the main sensor will remain the same as the Pixel 8 series, and yes, that includes the Pixel Fold which was launched separately.
The sensors are once again made by Sony or Samsung, with the Pro duo boasting a 50MP IMX858 on the front and back. The very old IMX386 that was responsible for the ultra-wide-angle shots is finally gone, meaning there will be an increase in resolution and image size.
Interestingly, the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL get the new telephoto sensor while the Fold retains the old sensor. Android Authority speculated that this is because the foldable phone is 2mm thinner than its predecessor and there’s physically no room for a larger sensor.
Here’s how the new sensors compare to last year’s:
| Cameras | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 | Pixel 8 Pro | Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL | Pixel Fold | Pixel 9 Fold Pro |
| Main | Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50MP OIS | Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50MP OIS | Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50MP OIS | Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50MP OIS | Sony IMX787 48MP OIS | Sony IMX787 48MP OIS |
| Ultra wide | Sony IMX386 1/2.8″ 12 MP | Sony IMX858 1/2.51″ 50 MP | Sony IMX787 48 MP | Sony IMX858 1/2.51″ 50 MP | Sony IMX386 1/2.8″ 12 MP | Samsung 3LU 1/3.2″ 12 MP |
| Telephoto lens | – | – | Samsung GM5 1/2.55″ 48MP OIS | Sony IMX858 1/2.51″ 50 MP OIS | Samsung 3J1 1/3″ 10.5 MP OIS | Samsung 3J1 1/3″ 10.5 MP OIS |
| Selfie | Samsung 3J1 1/3″ 10.5 MP | Samsung 3J1 1/3″ 10.5MP AF | Samsung 3J1 1/3″ 10.5 MP AF | Sony IMX858 1/2.51″ 50 MP AF | Sony IMX355 1/2.8″ 8 MP | Samsung 3K1 1/3.94″ 10 MP |
| Cover selfie | – | – | – | – | Samsung 3J1 1/3″ 10.5MP AF | Samsung 3K1 1/3.94″ 10 MP |
The source also revealed that Google might finally enable 8K video recording. Theoretically, both the Tensor G3 chipset and the Samsung GNK sensor were capable of handling it, and now Google is finally ready to take the plunge.
We expect all four Pixel 9 phones to be more expensive in Europecompared to last year’s flagships. There are still four weeks to go until launch, so we’ll be on the lookout for more leaks.