Google Pixel 5a

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Google Pixel 5a

📅 2021 📷 12 MP 🎬 4K60
from $449

📖 Overview

The Pixel 5a 5G leans entirely on Google's computational photography, pairing a stabilized 12.2MP f/1.7 main camera (1/2.55" Sony IMX363 sensor) with a 16MP ultrawide and no telephoto. Despite the dated dual-camera hardware, its HDR+ pipeline, Night Sight, and DNG RAW capture deliver image quality that punches well above its $449 launch price. Video tops out at 4K60, with no Log profile.

📸 Browse 110 real-world sample photos taken with this phone by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.

📷 Camera Specifications

Main camera12MP, 1/2.55", f/1.7
Ultrawide16MP
Front camera8MP
Max video4K60
OISYes
RAW captureYes
Log videoNo

📱 Device Specifications

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 765G
RAM6GB
Storage128GB
Display6.34" 60Hz
Weight183g
Water/dust resistanceIP67
OSAndroid
ReleasedAugust 2021

Manufacturer page Full specs (GSMArena)

Last updated: June 8, 2026

🖼️ Sample Photos

Real-world photos taken with the Google Pixel 5a, sourced from SampleShots.

Close-up of a dense pile of curled paper strips arranged in spirals, creating a tactile mosaic of pastel and saturated colors. The composition emphasizes texture and repetition.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/30s · ISO 61
via Unsplash by gshguru
White fluffy dog sitting calmly in a sandy environment, showcasing a peaceful expression.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/1064s · ISO 56
via Unsplash by Simanta Saha
A narrow Japanese street lined with storefronts and tangled utility wires, fading daylight casts cool tones over neon signage. The scene emphasizes urban texture and depth as the street recedes into the distance.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/120s · ISO 90
via Unsplash by Jack Skinner
Luxurious interior with carved stucco, gilded chandeliers, and painted ceiling panels in a grand hall.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/25s · ISO 169
via Unsplash by Tofan Teodor
A weathered lighthouse stands tall on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by turbulent seas and a clear blue sky. Seagulls glide overhead, adding life to the scene.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/2924s · ISO 65
via Unsplash by Allen Milligun
Sunlit coastal scene framed by a rounded window, revealing turquoise water, white sand, and palm trees. The arch acts as a natural frame to emphasize a tranquil Caribbean shoreline.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/11765s · ISO 77
via Unsplash by Paul Esch-Laurent
Coastal photograph capturing a pastel sunset over a calm beach with gentle waves and a cloud-streaked sky.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/498s · ISO 186
via Unsplash by Sonya Tyler
Pastel townhouses line a San Francisco street as the Transamerica Pyramid rises centered against a vivid blue sky.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/3906s · ISO 49
via Unsplash by Ugi K.
Water cascades over a rocky ledge next to a wooden slide in a serene urban setting.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/1170s · ISO 63
via Unsplash by mits hak
Fluffy white clouds scattered across a vibrant blue sky, creating a serene atmosphere. The image captures the essence of a tranquil day outdoors.
3.8mm · f/2.2 · 1/3200s · ISO 89
via Unsplash by Vancel Music
Close-up of a green acorn with textured cupule on a leafy background; natural forest setting with soft bokeh, emphasizing the seed’s developmental stage.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/120s · ISO 63
via Unsplash by Iosif Chiriluta
Weathered stone wall features an ornate circular relief and engraved tablets. The close-up emphasizes aged texture and craftsmanship.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/100s · ISO 260
via Unsplash by Artem Chernykh
Rushing river flows through a rocky gorge, flanked by steep, lush green cliffs under an overcast sky.
2.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/1400s · ISO 38
via Unsplash by Dmitry Smirnov
Window-view photograph of a sunset with orange clouds and silhouetted city buildings, foregrounded by window frames and a hanging chain.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/709s · ISO 56
via Unsplash by Rasel Ali
A man wearing a kippah reads a small booklet, visible from the back, in a softly blurred setting with warm tones and a stone wall in the background.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/11765s · ISO 75
via Unsplash by ישראל ויסוצקי
Pathway lined with cherry blossom trees in full bloom, creating a serene atmosphere. The vibrant pink petals contrast beautifully against the blue sky.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/2597s · ISO 59
via Unsplash by Joichiro Sasazono
Vibrant sunset hues blend with clouds above a cityscape, showcasing the transition from day to night. The scene captures the interplay of nature and urban life.
2.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/60s · ISO 44
via Unsplash by Abdul Kader
Neon-lit storefront sign against dark sky featuring Ace Hardware logo and red script sign; architectural curves frame the lower portion of the image.
4.4mm · f/1.7 · 1/120s · ISO 96
via Unsplash by David Gray

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