So, The rumors are rife and the anticipation is mounting for Google’s upcoming flagship smartphone, the Pixel 8 Pro. According to the latest reports, the Pixel 8 Pro is set to receive a major camera upgrade compared to its predecessor, the Pixel 7 Pro.

Improved Sensor Technology and Low-Light Photography Techniques

Leaked information has already revealed that the Pixel 8 Pro will feature improved sensor technology and enhanced low-light photography techniques. These advancements are expected to significantly enhance the camera’s overall performance.

Samsung’s 50-Megapixel Isocell GN2 Sensor

In a recent tweet, renowned leaker Ice Universe speculated that the Pixel 8 Pro will feature Samsung’s 50-megapixel Isocell GN2 sensor. This sensor is significantly larger than the 1/1.31-inch sensor found in the Pixel 7 Pro. The larger size will enable the camera to capture more light in any given exposure, resulting in better low-light performance and clearer images with reduced image noise.

Staggered HDR Feature

In addition to its size advantage, the Isocell GN2 sensor also boasts a new ‘Staggered HDR’ feature. This feature is already expected to appear in a Google camera product this year. Staggered HDR allows the sensor hardware to capture shot, medium, and long exposures simultaneously, making it possible to capture scenes with a wide dynamic range in a single shot. This will be a significant improvement over current methods that require multiple separate shots to achieve a similar effect.

Likely Contender for the Pixel 8 Pro

The Isocell GN2’s use of Staggered HDR is what makes it such a likely contender for the Pixel 8 Pro. This feature is built into the sensor hardware and marks a significant upgrade from the Isocell GN1 featured in the Pixel 7 Pro.