Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Camera Features and Pricing Details Leaked

In the upcoming week, Google will introduce its new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones. A Twitter user using by the handle Kamila (@Za_Raczke) on X.com has revealed camera specifications and functionalities for these devices prior to their official release.

Pixel 8 Camera Features

Leaked details reveal exciting camera improvements in the upcoming Pixel 8 series following the release of Google Camera 9.0 to Android 14 beta users. Here are the details:

1. Changing facial expressions: Google's artificial intelligence technology can change facial expressions in photos by recognizing individuals and using predefined facial expressions stored on the device. 

2. Object Eraser: The Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro introduce the Object Eraser and show its functions.

3. Video improvements: The video enhancer for Pixel 8 Pro promises smoother playback and up to 50-megapixel resolution capture, as well as the introduction of Night Sight technology in videos. The Pixel 8 Pro also introduces an automatic selfie camera module. 

4. DSLR-level controls: Users have access to DSLR-level video controls that instantly appear on-screen, including shutter, ISO and focus controls.

5. Audio Magic Eraser: Equipped with Audio Magic Eraser, these devices intelligently detect and remove ambient noise from videos, ensuring clear audio quality.  However, it is still not sure if these camera features will be available in older Pixel models.

It's worth noting that the Pixel 8 Pro's ultra-wide-angle lens contradicts an earlier leak that suggested a 64-megapixel sensor. Additionally, the Pixel 8 Pro will have an IR thermometer, according to a previous leak. Both devices are powered by Google's Tensor G3 SoC.

Pixel 8 and 8 Pro Camera Specifications

Pixel 8

50 MP wide-angle lens (f/1.68 aperture, 82° FoV, 1/1.31-inch sensor, 8x Super Res zoom)

12 MP ultra-wide-angle sensor (f/2.2 aperture, 125° FoV)

10.5 MP Selfie camera

Pixel 8 Pro

50 MP wide-angle lens (f/1.68 aperture, 82° FoV, 1/1.31-inch sensor, 8x Super Res zoom)

48 MP module (f/1.95, 125° FoV)

48 MP telephoto lens (f/2.8, 21° FoV, 5x optical zoom, and 30x digital zoom)

Price increase in US market

There is also a new report that points to a price increase for both devices in the US market. According to a report by 9to5Google, the Pixel 8 will start at $699 (roughly Rs. 58,055), while the Pixel 8 Pro will be priced at $999. That's $100 more than the original Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro prices. Earlier, the report suggested that Google should also increase the prices of the Pixel 8 series devices in Europe. 

The price hike comes after Google raised the price of the Pixel 7a by $50 over the Pixel 6a. However, in the case of the Pixel 7a, the price increase was due to several major hardware upgrades, such as a new camera sensor, 90Hz display and wireless charging. It's not yet clear what hardware upgrades the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro will offer.

However, the leaks suggest that the primary camera sensor of both the devices may not change. Other rumored updates include selfie camera autofocus and the Pixel 8's ultra-wide sensor, as well as a new and improved Tensor G3 chip.

It's also worth noting that the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro still offer 128GB of storage in the base model. In contrast, many other flagships such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 and iPhone 15 Pro Max now start at 256GB.