Ultra Wide
123° FoV
ƒ/1.7
48MP · Autofocus · Macro Focus
Google Pixel Camera Settings Guide
Google Pixel 10 Pro Camera Settings
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Recommended Setup
Open Camera, tap Settings (bottom left), and match these
Pro
Resolution
50 MP
RAW + JPEG
On
Top Shot
Auto
More settings
Grid type
3 × 3
Frequent Faces
On
Video
Video Boost
Off
Audio zoom
On
Camera → Settings (bottom left)
50 MP is on the Pro tab. Video resolution and frame rate sit in Video Settings: 4K at 30 fps for most clips; turn on 8K only with Video Boost.
50MP
Photo resolution
Pro tab Resolution set to 50 MP also applies to Portrait mode on Pixel 10 Pro. Default output can be lower when you leave 50 MP off.
4K · 30
Video resolution
Google lists 4K at 24, 30, or 60 fps. 4K 30 is the everyday default. Save 8K 24/30 for short Video Boost clips.
Boost
Video Boost
Required for 8K. Recordings stop at 10 minutes. Zoom in Boost covers 0.5× to 20×.
Pro mode tip: Turn on RAW/JPEG control first under Settings → More settings → Advanced. Then enable RAW + JPEG in Photo settings. Double-press the power button if you have set that Camera shortcut; Launch mode is under Photo settings → More.
Best Photo Settings
Recommended settings for the six most common shooting scenarios on Pixel 10 Pro
Portrait
Portrait Mode
Lens1× or 2×
Resolution50 MP (Pro tab)
BlurAdjust in Photos after
Real ToneOn
Tip50 MP applies to Portrait too
Landscape
Photo Mode
Lens0.5× Ultra Wide (123°)
FormatRAW + JPEG
Grid type3 × 3
Top ShotAuto
TipTap sky to lock exposure
Night
Night Sight
Lens1× Wide
Night SightOn in low light
FlashOff
StabilityBrace or tripod
TipAstrophotography on a tripod
Action / Sports
Photo Mode
Lens5× Telephoto
Action PanOn
Top ShotAuto
FormatJPEG for speed
TipStay on 5× or 10×
Street
Photo Mode
Lens1× or 2×
FormatJPEG
Frequent FacesOn
LaunchDouble-press power
TipMagic Eraser in Photos
Macro
Photo Mode
Lens0.5× Ultra Wide
Macro FocusOn
FormatJPEG or RAW + JPEG
LightAvoid phone shadow
TipTap to lock focus
Best Video Settings
Resolution, frame rate, and stabilization Google lists for the Pixel 10 Pro. New to phone video? Start with the video basics guide.
Recommended Presets
8K
24 / 30
Video Boost
4K
30fps
Best all-round
4K
60fps
Smooth motion
4K
24fps
Film cadence
1080p
30fps
Smaller files
1080p
240fps
Slow motion
| Use Case | Resolution | FPS | Stabilization | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Media Best | 4K | 30 | Fused | 10-bit HDR |
| Maximum Detail | 8K | 24 / 30 | Fused | Video Boost; 10 min max |
| Talking head | 4K | 30 / 60 | Locked | Front camera 42MP; Locked is 4K or 1080p |
| Walking / travel | 4K | 30 | Cinematic Pan | 4K or 1080p |
| Action | 4K / 1080p | 60 | Active | Active is listed at 1080p |
| Zoomed video | 4K | 30 | Fused | Super Zoom Video up to 20× |
Video Boost: Video mode → Video Settings or swipe up → Video Boost. Required for 8K at 24 or 30 fps. Zoom while Boost is on covers 0.5× to 20×. Recordings stop at 10 minutes.
Camera System
Three rear cameras. Optical quality at 0.5×, 1×, 2×, 5×, and 10×
Wide (Main)
82° FoV
ƒ/1.68
50MP · 2× optical quality
2× Zoom
2× optical quality
ƒ/1.68
From the 50MP Wide
5× Telephoto
22° FoV · 5× optical
ƒ/2.8
48MP · 10× optical quality
| Spec | Ultra Wide | Wide (Main) | 5× Telephoto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 48MP | 50MP | 48MP |
| Field of view | 123° | 82° | 22° |
| Zoom | 0.5× optical quality | 1× (2× optical quality) | 5× optical (10× optical quality) |
| Aperture | ƒ/1.7 | ƒ/1.68 | ƒ/2.8 |
| Sensor | 1/2.51" | 1/1.3" | 1/2.51" |
| Stabilization | Not listed | Optical + electronic | Optical + electronic |
| Autofocus | Quad PD | Octa PD + multi-zone LDAF | Quad PD |
| Macro | Macro Focus | No | No |
Pro Zoom: Google lists Pro Zoom up to 100×, with optical quality at 0.5×, 1×, 2×, 5×, and 10×. Stay on those stops for the cleanest files.
Key Features
What changed on the Pixel 10 Pro camera versus the Pixel 9 Pro
50 MP portraits
High-Res Portrait Mode at 50 MP. Set Resolution to 50 MP on the Pro tab; it applies to Photo and Portrait.
New in Pixel 10Pro Zoom 100×
Pixel 9 Pro listed Super Res Zoom to 30×. Pixel 10 Pro lists Pro Zoom to 100×, with optical quality through 10×.
New in Pixel 108K Video Boost
8K at 24 or 30 fps, powered by Video Boost. Pixel 9 Pro listed 8K at 30 fps only.
UpdatedTensor G5
Google Tensor G5, launched with Android 16. Edit with Ask Photos and Pixel Studio sit in Google Photos.
New chipStorage & File Sizes
How much you can fit on your Pixel 10 Pro (128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB)
4K 30fps Video Recording Time
128 GB
5.5
hrs
~350 MB/min at 4K30
256 GB
11
hrs
Best value for most users
512 GB
23
hrs
Ideal for heavy shooters
1 TB
46
hrs
Best for 8K and Boost
| File Type | Format | Approximate Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photo (default) | JPEG | 2 – 5 MB |
| Photo (50MP) | JPEG | 8 – 15 MB |
| Photo (RAW + JPEG) | DNG + JPEG | ~25 MB per pair |
| Video (4K 30fps) | HEVC or AVC | ~350 MB/min |
| Video (4K 60fps) | HEVC or AVC | ~500 MB/min |
| Video (8K Boost) | HEVC | 10 min max per clip |
| Slow Motion (1080p 240fps) | HEVC or AVC | ~400 MB/min |
Device Storage: Camera → Settings → More settings → Device Storage shows remaining space. Video Boost clips are 10 minutes max.
Pro Tips & Gotchas
Pixel 10 Pro-specific camera settings and gotchas
50 MP stills
- Settings → Pro tab → Resolution → 50 MP
- That setting also applies to Portrait mode
- Default output can be lower if you leave 50 MP off
RAW + JPEG
- Settings → More settings → Advanced → RAW/JPEG control
- Then in Photo mode, Settings → RAW + JPEG
- Google Photos marks RAW pairs in the library
Video Boost
- Video mode → Video Settings or swipe up → Video Boost
- Required for 8K at 24 or 30 fps
- Clips stop at 10 minutes; zoom covers 0.5× to 20×
Top Shot and faces
- Settings → Top Shot → Auto (Pixel 10 and later)
- Frequent Faces is under More settings; Top Shot must be on
- Face data stays on the device
Zoom stops
- Optical quality is listed at 0.5×, 1×, 2×, 5×, and 10×
- Pro Zoom reaches 100× past those stops
- Super Zoom Video is listed up to 20×
Night and launch
- Night Sight and Astrophotography are listed camera features
- Use a tripod for the longest night captures
- Double-press power if you set that Camera shortcut
Pixel 10 Pro vs Pixel 9 Pro
What changed for cameras between generations
Feature
Pixel 9 Pro
Pixel 10 Pro
Chip
Tensor G4
Tensor G5
Wide
50MP ƒ/1.68
50MP ƒ/1.68
Ultra Wide
48MP ƒ/1.7
48MP ƒ/1.7
5× Telephoto
48MP ƒ/2.8
48MP ƒ/2.8
Zoom
Super Res Zoom 30×
Pro Zoom 100× New
50 MP portraits
—
Yes New
8K Video Boost
30 fps
24 / 30 fps
4K Video
24 / 30 / 60 fps
24 / 30 / 60 fps
Front camera
42MP ƒ/2.2
42MP ƒ/2.2
Software
Android 14 launch
Android 16
Display
6.3"
6.3"
Worth the upgrade? Megapixels and apertures stay the same. Switch for Pro Zoom to 100×, 50 MP portraits, Tensor G5, and 8K at 24 fps. Shopping for one? See Pixel 10 Pro listings on Amazon.
Common Questions
50MP, Video Boost, 8K, RAW, Pro Zoom, and portraits.
How do I shoot 50MP photos on the Pixel 10 Pro?
Open Camera, tap Settings at the bottom left, then the Pro tab, and set Resolution to 50 MP. On Pixel 10 Pro that setting also applies to Portrait mode.
How do I turn on Video Boost on the Pixel 10 Pro?
Switch to Video mode, tap Video Settings or swipe up, and turn on Video Boost. Confirm the Video Boost icon in the upper left of the viewfinder. Clips can run up to 10 minutes, and zoom in Video Boost covers 0.5× to 20×.
Can the Pixel 10 Pro record 8K video?
Yes. Google lists 8K at 24 or 30 fps powered by Video Boost. In Video Settings, turn on Video Boost, then turn on 8K under Resolution. 8K supports up to 30 fps.
What cameras does the Pixel 10 Pro have?
Three rear cameras: 50MP Wide at ƒ/1.68 with an 82° field of view, 48MP Ultra Wide at ƒ/1.7 with a 123° field of view and Macro Focus, and 48MP 5× telephoto at ƒ/2.8 with a 22° field of view. Pro Zoom reaches 100×, with optical quality at 0.5×, 1×, 2×, 5×, and 10×. The front camera is 42MP at ƒ/2.2 with a 103° field of view.
How do I shoot RAW on the Pixel 10 Pro?
Open Camera, tap Settings, then More settings, then Advanced, and turn on RAW/JPEG control. In Photo mode, tap Settings and turn on RAW + JPEG.
What is Pro Zoom on the Pixel 10 Pro?
Pro Zoom is Google's listed zoom on the Pixel 10 Pro. It reaches 100×, with optical quality at 0.5×, 1×, 2×, 5×, and 10× from the 50MP Wide and 48MP 5× telephoto.
Does the Pixel 10 Pro shoot 50MP portraits?
Yes. Google lists High-Res Portrait Mode at 50 MP. Turn on 50 MP in Settings, Pro tab, Resolution; it then applies to both default Photo and Portrait modes.
What changed in the Pixel 10 Pro cameras vs Pixel 9 Pro?
The published camera hardware stays a 50MP Wide, 48MP Ultra Wide, and 48MP 5× telephoto at the same apertures. Pixel 10 Pro adds Tensor G5, Pro Zoom to 100× (Pixel 9 Pro lists Super Res Zoom to 30×), 8K at 24 fps as well as 30 fps via Video Boost, and 50 MP portraits.
What are the best video settings for the Pixel 10 Pro?
For most clips use 4K at 30 fps with 10-bit HDR and Video Boost off until you want cloud processing. Use 4K 60 fps for action, 1080p 240 fps for slow motion, and 8K 24 or 30 fps with Video Boost for short clips. Video Boost recordings stop at 10 minutes.