The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold (2025) supports Pro mode RAW in DNG format and has no mechanical shutter — the image counter stored in each DNG file records total electronic captures from the rear cameras. Drop a Pro mode RAW DNG to read it instantly.
Check Image Counter →The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the second generation of Google’s book-style foldable smartphone, powered by the Google Tensor G5 chip (with Titan M3 security coprocessor). It features a large foldable inner display for tablet-like use and a compact cover display for one-handed operation as a conventional phone. The triple rear camera system delivers the versatility expected of a Pro-tier Pixel, with Pro mode RAW capture available for all rear cameras.
Like all Pixel smartphones, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold uses CMOS electronic readout only. There is no mechanical focal-plane shutter. Every image taken with Pro mode RAW active increments the persistent electronic image counter embedded in the DNG file.
| Model | Release | Form Factor | Chip | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pixel 10 Pro Fold | 2025 | Book-style foldable | Tensor G5 | DNG (Pro mode) |
| Pixel 9 Pro Fold | 2024 | Book-style foldable | Tensor G4 | DNG (Pro mode) |
| Pixel 10 Pro XL | 2025 | Flat slab | Tensor G5 | DNG (Pro mode) |
| Galaxy Z Fold 7 | 2025 | Book-style foldable | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Expert RAW (DNG) |
.dng extension.exiftool -ImageNumber yourfile.dng to read the counter directly from the metadata.The image counter is a useful indicator of rear camera usage intensity, but carries no mechanical wear significance. These are the key factors to evaluate:
| What to Check | How |
|---|---|
| Battery health | Settings → Battery → Battery health. Google reports cycle count and capacity; below 80% original capacity warrants replacement |
| Hinge mechanism | Open and close the Fold 20–30 times; feel for grinding, looseness, or uneven resistance indicating hinge wear |
| Inner foldable display | Check the fold crease, inspect for screen burn on the status bar and nav bar, and look for delamination along the fold line |
| Cover display | Inspect for scratches and test touch responsiveness across the full panel |
| Camera lenses | Inspect all three rear lenses for scratches or fogging; test each focal length |
| Image counter | High count (>50,000) indicates intensive rear camera use — useful context, not a hardware failure indicator |
No. All Pixel smartphones use CMOS electronic readout. There is no focal-plane shutter mechanism and no rated mechanical lifespan.
Switch to Pro mode in the Camera app (rear cameras), then tap the three-dot menu → Settings and enable RAW. The camera will save a DNG alongside each JPEG. RAW is only available in Pro mode, not in the standard auto mode or selfie mode.
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold upgrades to the Tensor G5 chip (vs Tensor G4) for improved AI processing, better Night Sight, enhanced on-device features, and greater power efficiency. The camera system and foldable form factor evolve from the Pixel 9 Pro Fold generation. The Pro mode RAW counter works identically on both.
No. The image counter is stored in persistent hardware memory and cannot be reset by a factory reset, Android update, or any user action.
Both are premium book-style Android foldables with electronic shutters and DNG RAW capabilities. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold uses Google Tensor G5 with deep Google AI integration and runs stock Android; the Galaxy Z Fold 7 uses Snapdragon 8 Elite with Samsung Galaxy AI and One UI. Both embed an image counter in their DNG files readable via shuttercount.app. Choice depends on preferred software ecosystem and camera processing philosophy.