With Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 ProGoogle will certainly try to raise the bar even higher than it has in the past. In that sense, it is an anonymous source ad Android authority revealed some details about it Google camera, starting with an improved layout. The most important innovation is certainly the implementation of the sensor 50MP Samsung GN2 on both variants. The Pro will then have one too new 64 MP ultra wide angle lens (Sony IMX787) ed an 8×8 ToF sensor (with special attention to autofocus).
Software page, Google Camera will benefit from a new HDR This speeds up the recording process and reduces artifacts. It will be here again an unprecedented adaptive flash function: Basically, the flash intensity is automatically adjusted to the ambient conditions. The camera interface will also be affected by some changes. For example, there will be a separation between photo and video mode.
In fact, the two modes are different and have the corresponding icon at the bottom of the screen.
Both the icon for accessing the gallery and the icon for switching from the front to the rear camera change their position. The first icon is placed on the left, the second on the right. Small redesign also for the settings menu: to access it you can swipe up from the bottom or press the button on the bottom left. In addition, some new points have been introduced, such as video stabilization.
Despite it, Some features have been added to the carousel, such as those dedicated to movement (Long Exposure): This allows even the inexperienced user to familiarize themselves with these modes. Finally, the Kinematic Pan setting also has a specific mode.