Google Pixel 11 Pro Review: Improved Cameras, Limited Close-Up Capabilities

The Google Pixel 11 Pro has been released with a standard triple rear camera setup, consisting of a primary wide camera, an ultrawide, and a telephoto module. While most of the cameras remain unchanged from the previous generation, the telephoto camera gets a new sensor, which is slightly larger at 1/1.95 inches compared to 1/2.51 inches last year.

The main camera uses a 50MP 1/1.3-inch sensor paired with a 24mm lens and features dual-pixel PDAF, laser AF, and OIS for improved low-light performance. The ultrawide camera has been carried over from the previous generation, with a 48MP sensor and a very wide lens with autofocus.

The Pixel 11 Pro also introduces two new software features: Magic Capture, which allows for full-auto shooting with high-res stills and light edits, and Camera Looks, a feature similar to iPhone's Photographic Styles that offers various filters and editing options.

In terms of photo quality, the main camera produces excellent daytime shots with great detail and dynamic range. However, close-up shots are limited by the minimum focusing distance of 39cm, which can result in soft or out-of-focus images.

The telephoto camera takes good photos at 5x zoom, but results degrade at higher zoom levels. The ultrawide camera produces excellent photos with great detail and dynamic range, although full-res files may not be necessary for most use cases.