Google is expected to launch four Pixel 9 smartphones on August 13, and today, we stumbled upon a massive, detailed leak about the cameras of the devices. The information, courtesy of Android Authority, reveals the sensors and lenses behind the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 XL, and even the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
The leak includes both the front-facing and the main cameras, and we can see Google is preparing a major overhaul for all devices. However, the primary sensor will remain the same as it was in the Pixel 8 series, and yes, this includes the Pixel Fold that was launched separately.
The sensors are once again made by Sony or Samsung, with the Pro duo getting a 50 MP IMX858 at the front and the back. The super-old IMX386 that was responsible for ultra-wide-angle shots is finally gone, meaning there will be a bump in the image resolution and size.
Interestingly enough, the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL are getting the new telephoto sensor while the Fold is sticking to the old sensor. Android Authority speculated this is because the foldable is 2 mm thinner than its predecessor, and there’s physically no room for a larger sensor.
Here’s how the new sensors stack against last year’s:
| Cameras | Pixel 8 | Pixel 9 | Pixel 8 Pro | Pixel 9 Pro & Pro XL | Pixel Fold | Pixel 9 Fold Pro |
| Main | Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50 MP OIS |
Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50 MP OIS |
Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50 MP OIS |
Samsung GNK 1/1.31″ 50 MP OIS |
Sony IMX787 48 MP OIS |
Sony IMX787 48 MP OIS |
| Ultrawide | 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 | – | – | Samsung GM5 1/2.55″ 48 MP 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″ 10.5 MP 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″ 10.5 MP AF |
Samsung 3K1 1/3.94″ 10 MP |
The source also revealed that Google might finally enable 8K video recordings. Theoretically, both the Tensor G3 chipset and the Samsung GNK sensor were capable of processing it, and now Google is finally ready to take the step.
We expect all four Pixel 9 phones to be more expensive in Europe, compared with last year’s flagships. There are four more weeks until the launch, so we’ll keep our eyes peeled for more leaks.
