Google Pixel 9a Will Reportedly Use 48-Megapixel Primary Camera From Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Google Pixel 9a will reportedly retain a 13-megapixel selfie shooter.

Written by Nithya P Nair, Edited by Siddharth Suvarna | Updated: 23 October 2024 11:58 IST

Google Pixel 9a Will Reportedly Use 48-Megapixel Primary Camera From Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Pixel 9 Pro Fold is Google's most expensive smartphone

Highlights

Pixel 9a will reportedly get a camera upgrade
Ultrawide and selfie camera might remain the same as its predecessor
It is said to get Google's new 'Add Me' camera feature

Pixel 9a, Google's next mid-range smartphone, is expected to land in early 2025. Recent rumours claim that the upcoming handset will hit shelves with a significant camera upgrade. The Pixel 9a is said to carry a new primary sensor, ditching the 64-megapixel main camera of its predecessor, Pixel 8a. It is likely to retain the 13-megapixel selfie snapper of the previous model. It is expected to come with the 'Add Me' feature.

As per a report by Android Headlines, the Pixel 9a will boast a 48-megapixel primary camera. This may seem like a downgrade from the 64-megapixel primary shooter available on the Pixel 7a and Pixel 8a, but the Pixel 9a's main camera is said to be the same 48-megapixel shooter found in the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Despite the lower resolution, the new main camera with larger aperture is said to provide better-looking photos.

The report further claims that the Pixel 9a will boast a 13-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 13-megapixel selfie shooter like its predecessor. It is said to get Google's new 'Add Me' camera feature that debuted with the Pixel 9 series earlier this year. This AI-based feature allows users to click group photos without leaving out the designated photographer.

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Pixel 9a Specifications (Expected)

Pixel 9a is expected to be launched earlier than usual with pre-orders starting mid-March next year. The upcoming model is said to be slightly taller and wider than the Pixel 8a. It is said to measure 154.7 x 73.2 x 8.9mm. The handset is expected to feature a 6.3-inch panel and could have a flat camera module on the rear.

As per past leaks, the Google Pixel 9a will be available in porcelain (white), iris (blueish purple), obsidian (black), and peony (pink) colourways. It is likely to run on Android 15 and powered by Tensor G4. Google is said to provide seven years of Android upgrades for the new phone.

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Slim and premium IPX8-rated design
Bloatware-free software
7 years of software and security updates
Tons of AI features to fiddle with
Secure face unlock

Bad
A bit heavy even for a foldable
UI stutters randomly
Average cameras
Only 256GB storage variant

Read detailed Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold review

Display (Primary) 8.00-inch

Processor Google Tensor G4

Front Camera 10-megapixel + 10-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel + 10.5-megapixel + 10.8-megapixel

RAM 16GB

Storage 256GB

Battery Capacity 4650mAh

OS Android 14

Resolution 2152x2076 pixels

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Google Pixel 8a

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Compact IP67-rated design
Timely software updates
Pixel Feature Drops are worth the wait
Impressive still camera performance

Bad
Thick display bezel
Gets very hot when using the camera
Heating limits camera options
Wired and wireless charging are slow

Read detailed Google Pixel 8a review

Display 6.10-inch

Front Camera 13-megapixel

Rear Camera 64-megapixel + 13-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 4492mAh

OS Android 14

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Google Pixel 9

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Flagship build and design
Excellent display
Great cameras
Good battery life
AI features are fun

Bad
Processor is still not great
Heats up
No longer compact

Read detailed Google Pixel 9 review

Display 6.30-inch

Front Camera 10.5-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 48-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB

Battery Capacity 4700mAh

OS Android 14

Resolution 1080x2424 pixels

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