The camera specifications for the much-anticipated Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold have been leaked just before the official launch next week.
According to the Camera FV-5 website, this foldable phone will have a powerful 12 megapixel (MP) primary camera with pixel-binning technology, effectively making it a 48MP camera. With advanced features like Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS), the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is set to take high-quality photos and videos. Additionally, the front camera specs show a 10MP sensor with EIS.
These details come out just days before Google will officially unveil the Pixel 9 Pro Fold at the Made by Google event on August 13, 2024.
Camera Specifications
These are the specifications for the cameras on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, as were revealed on Camera FV-5:
Rear Camera
- 12MP primary camera with pixel-binning to 48MP
- Aperture: ƒ/1.7
- Image Stabilization: OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) + EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization)
- Horizontal Field of View: 70.5º
- Vertical Field of View: 55.8º
- Focal Length (35mm equivalent): 25.5mm
- Actual Focal Length: 4.5mm
- Magnification Factor: 1x
- Maximum Picture Resolution: 4000×3000
- Pitch Size: 1.6μ
- Sensor Area: 30.7mm²
- Picture Format: JPEG/DNG
- Focusing Type: Auto/Manual
- Focus at Infinity: Yes
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.10m
- Hyperfocal Distance: 3.77m
- Manual Exposure Range: 1/19,050 – 16.0s
- ISO Range: 43–17066
- Maximum Analog ISO: 1066
Front Camera
- 10MP front camera
- Aperture: ƒ/2.2
- Image Stabilization: EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization)
- Horizontal Field of View: 77.8º
- Vertical Field of View: 57.3º
- Focal Length (35mm equivalent): 22.3mm
- Actual Focal Length: 2.4mm
- Magnification Factor: 1x
- Maximum Picture Resolution: 3840×2600
- Pitch Size: 1.0μ
- Sensor Area: 10.0mm²
- Picture Format: JPEG only
- Focusing Type: Fixed
- Manual Exposure Range: 1/18,152 – 1.0s
- ISO Range: 33–8366
- Maximum Analog ISO: 522
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: What We Know So Far
There are several rumors surrounding this device.
Display
- The device is expected to have an 8in foldable inner display, up from the original Pixel Fold’s 7.6in screen.
- The outer display is also rumored to be larger, measuring around 6.3in.
Performance and Software
- Most likely be powered by Google’s new Tensor G4 chip
- Expected to receive seven years of software updates, including support for Gemini AI.
- The device is allegedly going to run on Android 14, rather than the upcoming Android 15, to ensure stability and long-term support.
Hardware
- The device is expected to come with 16GB of RAM, a significant increase from the 12GB in the original model.
- For connectivity, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold could include the new Samsung Exynos 5400 modem, which enables satellite SOS calls, similar to the feature found in the iPhone 15.
Design
- Leaks suggest that the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold could be thinner and lighter than its predecessor, potentially weighing around 257g.
- Images circulating online show the Pixel 9 Pro Fold alongside other Pixel 9 series devices, revealing a new, sleek design.
Price and Availability
- The 256GB model is rumored to start at $1,799, while the 512GB version may be priced at $1,919.
- Pre-orders are expected to begin immediately after the announcement, with shipping likely starting in early September.