Xiaomi Mi 9

Xiaomi

Xiaomi Mi 9

📅 2019 📷 48 MP 🔭 2x tele 🎬 4K60
from $499

📖 Overview

The Xiaomi Mi 9 paired a 48MP Sony IMX586 main sensor (1/2.0", f/1.8) with a 12MP 2x telephoto and a 16MP ultrawide, delivering a versatile triple-camera kit at an aggressive sub-$500 price for 2019. There is no optical image stabilization on any lens, which limits low-light and handheld video stability, though it shoots up to 4K60 and supports RAW capture via Pro mode. The 20MP selfie camera and Snapdragon 855 rounded out a flagship spec sheet built around value over imaging polish.

📸 Browse 161 real-world sample photos taken with this phone by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.

📷 Camera Specifications

Main camera48MP, 1/2.0", f/1.8
Telephoto12MP 2x periscope
Ultrawide16MP
Front camera20MP
Max video4K60
OISNo
RAW captureYes
Log videoNo

📱 Device Specifications

ChipsetQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855
RAM6GB
Storage64/128/256GB
Display6.39" 60Hz
Weight173g
OSAndroid
ReleasedMarch 2019

Manufacturer page Full specs (GSMArena)

Last updated: June 8, 2026

🖼️ Sample Photos

Real-world photos taken with the Xiaomi Mi 9, sourced from SampleShots.

Barbell resting on squat rack with a sunset backdrop, showcasing a gym's interior and cityscape through large windows.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/120s · ISO 121
via Unsplash by Javier Santos Guzmán
A table in the middle of the Garden. Rose flowers and pink flowers spread through the garden. | brown pathway between green plants
6.2mm
via Unsplash by Ignacio Correia
A hand holds a white card displaying a grid of the words FAITH HOPE LOVE, clipped against dense green foliage.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/266s · ISO 112
via Unsplash by chris liu
Vivid purple and pink neon lights illuminate a concrete wall with 'ROOF TOP' lettering.
via Unsplash by Waranont (Joe)
Moody photograph of a tiled interior with a single yellow globe light, red chairs, and blue neon edging, with an open doorway revealing a green-lit exterior.
6.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/160s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Orkhan Musayev
A shadowy path winds through towering trees, shrouded in a dense fog that adds an air of mystery to the scene.
6.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/60s · ISO 858
via Unsplash by Stefan
A vibrant array of succulent plants, showcasing intricate shapes and rich colors in a lush arrangement. The image highlights the natural beauty of these resilient flora.
6.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/100s · ISO 132
via Unsplash by Frederik Schönfeldt
A person browsing an expansive library filled with countless books, showcasing the beauty of knowledge and exploration.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/50s · ISO 955
via Unsplash by Vita Maksymets
A single illuminated violet lattice panel set in a dark wall at night. The neon window acts as the focal point against the shadowy facade.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/100s · ISO 122
via Unsplash by Andrea Ferrario
Pink water lily rests at the center of dark pond water surrounded by green lily pads. A serene close-up of a single bloom with soft petals and bright yellow center.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/1022s · ISO 112
via Unsplash by Edward Ji
Bright green maple leaves illuminated by sunlight against a clear blue sky with clouds.
6.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/804s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by jötâkå
Blue-hour harbor scene with a hillside town lit by warm lanterns, boats docked along the quay, and tranquil water reflections. The warm glow contrasts with the cool blue sky, highlighting the coastal village mood.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/33s · ISO 5268
via Unsplash by Evangelos Mpikakis
Horizon glow over a dense urban landscape with a warm sunset casting pink and orange hues across the skyline; foreground shows a sprawling cityscape with scattered lights. This is a cityscape photograph.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/100s · ISO 182
via Unsplash by Leon Kobus
Intricate architectural details of a historic building, featuring sculpted figures and ornate decorations. The facade showcases classical artistry and craftsmanship.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/127s · ISO 112
via Unsplash by Eduardo Garcia-Nieto
Charming stone buildings nestled beside a tranquil river, with cascading water and lush greenery surrounding the scene.
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/2400s · ISO 112
via Unsplash by Mujo Hasanovic
Industrial kitchen scene with a brick oven, stacked firewood under a counter, and a sheet-covered tray on the work surface.
6.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/40s · ISO 5648
via Unsplash by Guilherme Maggieri
Golden grassland leads the eye along a winding path toward a snow-dusted ridge under a dramatic, cloud-filled sky.
6.2mm · f/2.2 · 1/905s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Nicholas Rean
a bunch of hot air balloons flying in the sky
4.8mm · f/1.8 · 1/200s · ISO 112
via Unsplash by Slobodan Špijunović

View all 161 sample photos on SampleShots →

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