Pixel 10 Camera Specs Leak – Expected To Add Telephoto, Downgrade Sensor for Base Model

Highlights

• The Pixel 10 is to get an 11MP telephoto sensor enhancing zoom capabilities.
• The base Pixel 10 model replaces its larger sensors with smaller ones, potentially impacting low-light performance despite AI support.
• The Pixel 10 Pro series retains existing hardware but leverages the Tensor G5 chip and improved algorithms.

We’re getting closer to the launch of Google’s Pixel 10 series and leaks are starting to spill the details. A new report has now revealed the full camera specs for all the upcoming Pixel 10 models and it’s a bit of a mixed bag. Here’s what we know.

Google Pixel 10 Camera Details (Leaked)

Caption – Google Pixel 10’s previously leaked render. (Image credit – OnLeaks/Android Headlines)

According to recent reports, one of the most noticeable changes is with the base Pixel 10, which is finally getting a telephoto lens, something that’s been exclusive to the Pro models until now. It’ll feature an 11MP Samsung 3J1 telephoto sensor, the same one used in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. That’s definitely a step up in terms of Zoom capabilities.

But it appears the main camera and ultrawide sensor on the base model are getting downgraded.

Instead of the larger GNV sensor (1/1.31″) used in earlier Pixels, the Pixel 10 will use a smaller Samsung GN8 sensor (1/1.95″). The ultrawide sensor is also getting swapped out from the Sony IMX858 (1/2.55″) to a Sony IMX712 (1/3.1″). These are the same sensors used in the Pixel 9a, which could be disappointing for those expecting upgrades across the board.

Smaller sensors generally struggle more in low-light situations, and while Google’s AI image processing can help, it can’t completely make up for the hardware downgrade. The selfie camera, on the other hand, remains unchanged from last year.

So overall, the base Pixel 10 feels a bit like a Pixel 9a with a telephoto lens added on.

Google Pixel 10 Pro, Pro XL and Pro Fold – Camera Details (Leaked)

Caption – Google Pixel 10 Pro XL’s previously leaked render. (Image credit – OnLeaks/Android Headlines)

As for the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL, the camera hardware is staying the same. Google is instead banking on its new Tensor G5 chip and improved image algorithms to bring better photo results.

The Pixel 10 Pro Fold also gets a minor change. It will swap out the Sony IMX787 for the GN8 sensor, but that’s not a huge shift and probably won’t make headlines.

This move shows that Google is continuing to create more space between its regular and Pro models, a trend that started last year. Adding a telephoto lens to the base model is a welcome change, but it looks like it came at the cost of better main and ultrawide sensors.

Whether that gamble pays off depends on how much Google’s image processing can do with the new setup. We can expect to find out more details later this year.

FAQs

Q1. What new camera feature is being introduced for the base Pixel 10?

Answer. The base Pixel 10 is getting an 11MP telephoto lens, previously exclusive to the Pro models, enhancing its zoom capabilities.

Q2. Are there any downgrades in the Pixel 10’s camera hardware?

Answer. Yes, the main and ultrawide sensors are being downgraded to smaller ones (Samsung GN8 and Sony IMX712), potentially affecting low-light performance.

Q3. How are the Pixel 10 Pro models improving their cameras?

Answer. The Pro models retain the same camera hardware but will rely on the Tensor G5 chip and improved algorithms for better image processing.

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