On June 11th, Gizcoupon reported that androidauthority has recently revealed a series of specifications for the Google Pixel 8. It is said that Google has invested heavily in computational photography, resulting in exceptional imaging capabilities for the new device.
Google Pixel 8 Series camera
After four consecutive years of utilizing the Samsung ISOCELL GN1 as the primary camera sensor, two models of the Pixel 8 series will be upgraded to GN2. It offers approximately a 35% increase in light intake compared to the previous generation. This enhancement enables brighter images, faster shutter speeds, and reduced blur.
Gizcoupon has also noted that this sensor supports 8K/30fps video recording. Furthermore, it is coupled with the Tensor G3 processor. It is expected that the Pixel 8 image level will be greatly improved.
Additionally, the new device introduces support for Staggered HDR. It reduces the latency between HDR frames, thus accelerating the capturing process. This technology is likely to enhance the HDR+ feature of Google further, providing users with a faster and more reliable shooting experience.
In terms of the Google Pixel 8 Pro, the device upgrades from a 12MP Sony IMX386 to a 64MP Sony IMX787 sensor. This is a substantial improvement, particularly for wide-angle photography. Because the sensor size is nearly twice as large, resulting in a significant enhancement in image quality.
It is reported that the camera software for the Google Pixel 8 is still in the early stages of development. The focus is primarily on optimizing the new hardware, but there are also several enhanced foundational features. For example, adaptive flash and “Segmented AWB” have been introduced. This functionality utilizes AI to segment the current scene into different parts and selectively apply distinct processing to specific areas of the image. Additionally, Google may include the option to select different levels of video blur for the movie mode of this device.
