Pixel 9A Could Feature the Same Camera As Pixel 9 Pro Fold

What to know

The Google Pixel 9a will feature a 48MP main camera sensor, which is the same one used in the more expensive Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Despite having fewer megapixels than the Pixel 8a’s 64MP sensor, the new camera is expected to deliver better image quality due to improved sensor technology.
The phone will include Google’s new “Add Me” AI feature that lets users add themselves to group photos after they’re taken.

Folks who’d love to experience Google’s take on smartphones, but don’t want to break the bank, have been really digging the budget-friendly Pixel A series. The next one up, the Pixel 9A, is set to drop next year, and rumors and leaks about it are already flying around like crazy.

One of the latest rumors coming from Android Headlines is that the 9A will have a 48MP camera, which is a downgrade from the 64MP camera on the current model. But don’t worry, this new camera is actually more capable than it sounds. It’s the same camera that’s in the 9 Pro Fold, which is a pretty high-end device.

The new 48MP sensor, identical to the one found in the premium Pixel 9 Pro Fold, features a larger f/1.7 aperture that captures more light, potentially resulting in superior low-light photography. The phone will retain the 13MP ultra-wide camera and 13MP front-facing camera from its predecessor.

Google will also include its innovative “Add Me” feature, which cleverly uses AI to merge two photos, ensuring everyone gets included in group shots.

In terms of design, the Pixel 9a will measure slightly larger at 154.7 x 73.2 x 8.9mm, with a camera bump extending to 9.4mm.

The device is said to be powered by Google’s Tensor G4 processor, though it will use the older Exynos Modem 5300 to maintain its budget-friendly positioning. Google plans to launch the Pixel 9a earlier than usual, with a release expected around March 2025.

The phone will come in four colors: Porcelain, Obsidian, Peony, and Iris.