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Here’s a brief tour of how the iPhone camera quality has improved over the years, starting with the iPhone X and moving forwards right up to the current iPhone 14 series and the incoming iPhone 15…
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Apple’s iPhone –alongside Android-powered smartphones – has not just been a trailblazer in the smartphone market, but also in the realm of mobile photography. The reason why platforms like Instagram, TikTok and other image-based social platforms are so popular is because everybody is now a photographer, and the catalyst for this change? Smartphones.
Apple’s iPhone is, perhaps, the most well known smartphone from a brand perspective. People from all walks of life, old and young, use iPhones. And this mass adoption of smartphones has completely democratized photography.
Over the years, starting from the iPhone X, each iteration of Apple’s iPhone has introduced impressive camera upgrades, improving on what came before and bridging the gap between DSLR and smartphone camera performance. Nowadays, thanks to billions spent in R&D, that gap is closer than ever.
Films have been made using iPhones, millions of hours’ worth of YouTube content, and trillions of photographs. But how did we get here? Let’s chart the development and evolution of Apple’s iPhone camera over the past several years to find out…
iPhone Camera Quality & Resolution
| iPhone Model | Camera Resolution | Megapixels |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 6 | 3264 x 2448 pixels | 8 MP |
| iPhone 6S to iPhone X | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone XR | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone XS and XS Max | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, and 12 Pro Max | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone 13 Mini, 13, 13 Pro, and 13 Pro Max | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone 14 | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone 14 Plus | 4032 x 3024 pixels | 12 MP |
| iPhone 14 Pro | 8064 x 6048 pixels | 48 MP |
| iPhone 14 Pro Max | 8064 x 6048 pixels | 48 MP |
It’s important to note that these figures apply to the default settings. You can choose to capture images in different formats (like HEIF, JPEG, or RAW), different aspect ratios, or use features that might affect the final resolution (like Panorama or Burst mode).
Furthermore, starting with the iPhone 12 Pro, you can take ProRAW images, which contain more detail and allow for more flexibility in editing but also result in much larger file sizes. The resolution remains the same, but the additional data in ProRAW files allows for more detail to be captured and preserved.
What Are ProRAW Images on iPhone?
Apple ProRAW is a feature introduced with the iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max that provides the benefits of shooting in RAW with the computational photography capabilities that iPhones are known for.
In traditional photography, RAW is a file format that captures all image data recorded by the sensor when you take a photo. Unlike JPEG or HEIF images which are processed and compressed, RAW images are uncompressed and unprocessed. This gives photographers more control over parameters like white balance, exposure, tone mapping, and noise reduction in post-production.
Shooting in RAW does mean that you miss out on many of the advanced photography features that modern iPhones offer, like Deep Fusion and Smart HDR, which are applied at the moment of capture.
This is where ProRAW comes in. It gives you all the standard RAW information, along with the image processing and noise reduction techniques that iPhones apply. This allows photographers to manually adjust things like exposure, color, and tone in post-production without losing the benefits of the iPhone’s computational photography.
You can think of ProRAW as a hybrid between a traditional RAW format and the processed JPEG or HEIF formats that iPhones typically capture. It’s designed for people who want to manually edit their photos to achieve a specific look, while still benefiting from the iPhone’s advanced photography features.
iPhone Camera Comparison Over The Years
The Leap with iPhone X
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With the iPhone X, Apple signaled a significant shift in iPhone camera technology. Boasting a 12MP dual-camera system, the iPhone X offered a wide and telephoto lens combination, allowing optical zoom and Portrait mode, which had previously been exclusive to the Plus models.
The wide sensor featured an f/1.8 aperture, while the telephoto sensor had an f/2.4 aperture. What stood out was its improved image signal processor (ISP) that offered faster autofocus in low light conditions, and the introduction of Portrait Lighting.
What is Portrait Lighting on iPhone?
Portrait Lighting uses complex algorithms and the iPhone’s depth-sensing capabilities to manipulate the lighting on the subject of your photograph as you take it, almost as if you were changing real-world lighting setups in a studio environment.
There are six different Portrait Lighting effects:
- Natural Light: Your subject’s face in sharp focus against a blurred background.
- Studio Light: A clean look with your subject’s face brightly lit.
- Contour Light: Dramatic directional lighting that highlights the subject’s facial features.
- Stage Light: The subject’s face is spotlit against a deep black background.
- Stage Light Mono: Like Stage Light, but in classic black and white.
- High-Key Light Mono: The subject appears in grayscale against a white background.
The Refinement with iPhone XS and XS Max
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In the next iteration, the iPhone XS and XS Max, Apple focused on refining its camera capabilities. On paper, the specs seemed the same as the iPhone X. However, Apple introduced the concept of computational photography with the feature “Smart HDR”. This feature used multiple exposures to create a single image with more detail in both the shadows and highlights, elevating the camera’s dynamic range.
What is Smart HDR on iPhone?
Traditionally, cameras have struggled with scenes that include both very bright and very dark areas, also known as high-contrast scenes. HDR technology is designed to remedy this by taking multiple photos at different exposure levels (one for highlights, one for shadows, and one in between) and then combining them into one photo. This results in an image that more accurately represents the range of light and dark areas that the human eye can see in the real world.
Smart HDR takes this concept a step further. When you take a photo, the iPhone’s camera actually captures a series of images almost simultaneously. These images are taken at different exposure levels: some are optimized for highlights, and others for shadows.
The iPhone then analyzes these images, chooses the best parts of each one, and merges them into a single photo. This happens almost instantly, thanks to the incredibly fast processing power of the iPhone’s chip.
Moreover, Smart HDR uses machine learning to recognize faces in your photos, ensuring that people are always well-exposed and detailed.
The result is photos that show more detail, have better balanced lighting, and look more like what you see with your own eyes. It’s particularly useful when you’re shooting in challenging lighting conditions, such as backlit scenes or situations with high contrast between bright and dark areas.
The Game Changer: iPhone 11 Series
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The iPhone 11 series brought with it a notable advancement: the introduction of an ultra-wide lens. The new lens allowed users to capture a much wider field of view, opening up creative possibilities in landscapes, cityscapes, and group shots.
Night Mode was also introduced, enabling the capture of remarkably bright photos in low-light environments. The iPhone 11 Pro models offered a triple-lens setup for the first time, bringing together wide, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses.
What is Night Mode on iPhone?
Traditionally, photos taken in dimly lit environments have been a challenge for most smartphones due to digital noise, loss of detail, and inaccurate colors. Night Mode on iPhone addresses these issues using a combination of longer exposure times, multiple shots, and computational algorithms.
Here’s how it works:
- When you take a photo in a low-light situation and Night Mode is engaged, the camera automatically takes a series of images over a period of time (the exact duration varies depending on the light conditions). Each of these images is at a different exposure level to capture various levels of detail.
- Then, the iPhone’s powerful chip and advanced software go to work. They align the images to correct for any movement (either from the subject or the camera), combine the best parts of each image, reduce noise, and enhance detail.
- The result is a single, well-exposed photo that appears much brighter and more detailed than what you could typically achieve in a similar low-light situation.
- One key thing to note about Night Mode is that it engages automatically when the camera sensor determines that the lighting conditions require it. You can tell when Night Mode is active because the Night Mode icon (a moon) at the top of the Camera app becomes yellow. You can also manually adjust the exposure time when Night Mode is active by tapping on the Night Mode icon and using the slider that appears.
The Bold Innovator: iPhone 12 Series
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The iPhone 12 series, while retaining the triple-camera system of the iPhone 11 Pro models, brought about significant improvements. The entire iPhone 12 lineup saw the introduction of Night mode across all cameras, including the front-facing camera, a first for iPhones. HDR video recording became possible with Dolby Vision HDR, raising the bar for video quality in smartphones.
The flagship iPhone 12 Pro Max introduced sensor-shift optical image stabilization, previously only found in DSLRs, for its wide lens. This change helped reduce camera shake and improved low-light photography. In addition, it also brought in a larger sensor for the wide camera and a longer telephoto lens.
What is Sensor-Shift Optical Image Stabilization?
In traditional optical image stabilization, the lens moves to counteract any minor movements of the camera (such as your hand shaking slightly) that might blur the image. The goal is to keep the lens stable so that the image hitting the sensor is as sharp as possible.
Sensor-shift OIS takes a different approach: instead of moving the lens, it moves the sensor. This allows for potentially more precise correction of camera movement, resulting in even sharper photos and steadier videos. It’s especially beneficial in situations where the camera might be moving a lot (like walking or riding in a vehicle) or in low-light conditions, where the camera needs to keep the shutter open longer and is therefore more susceptible to blur from camera shake.
One of the main advantages of sensor-shift OIS over traditional OIS is that it can correct movement along five axes (up/down, left/right, and rotation) rather than just two (up/down and left/right), providing a more comprehensive stabilization system.
This feature, which was previously found only in high-end DSLR and mirrorless cameras, is part of Apple’s ongoing effort to make the iPhone a serious tool for professional photographers and videographers.
The Ultimate Powerhouse: iPhone 13 Series
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With the iPhone 13 series, Apple continued to focus on low-light photography. The wide camera saw an increase in sensor size, enabling it to capture more light. The sensor-shift optical image stabilization also extended across the entire iPhone 13 range. Notably, the Cinematic Mode was introduced, using depth effects to automatically change focus during videos – a feature usually associated with high-end cameras and professional filmmaking.
The Pro models continued to differentiate themselves with ProRAW and ProRes video capabilities, giving professionals more control over their images and videos.
What is Cinematic Mode on iPhone?
The standout characteristic of Cinematic Mode is its ability to automatically change the focus between subjects in a video in a way that mimics the focus changes in professional movies, hence the name “Cinematic”. This is also known as depth-of-field or “bokeh” effect, where the subject is in sharp focus while the background is blurred.
Here’s how it works:
- When you’re shooting a video in Cinematic Mode, the iPhone uses machine learning and AI to identify people, animals, and objects in the scene. It then automatically creates a depth map of the scene, which allows it to keep certain subjects in sharp focus while blurring the background.
- One of the most impressive aspects of Cinematic Mode is its ability to automatically switch focus when a subject enters the frame or even when a subject in the frame looks away. For example, if two people are in the frame and one looks at the other, Cinematic Mode will automatically shift the focus to the person being looked at.
- Furthermore, you can manually change the focus and even adjust the level of bokeh effect during and after recording, offering a great deal of creative control. This is done with the help of Apple’s ProRAW and ProRes features.
The New Era: iPhone 14 Series
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The iPhone 14 series, while still fresh in the market, has shown that Apple is not slowing down in pushing the boundaries of mobile photography. There’s a noticeable enhancement in both photo and video quality, thanks to the advanced ISP and neural engine. Night mode has become more capable, and the introduction of Photographic Styles allows users to implement preferred tonal adjustments that persist across shots, ensuring consistent style without compromising on photo quality.
What is Photographic Styles on iPhone?
Unlike filters, which are applied after a photo is taken and can often drastically alter an image, Photographic Styles are built into the photographic process itself. When you choose a style, it influences how the iPhone processes photos at the moment of capture, influencing factors like color, contrast, and tone mapping.
Apple provides four preset Photographic Styles to choose from:
- Rich Contrast: For strong, vibrant colors and a deeper contrast. Great for high-impact, bold images.
- Vibrant: For brighter, more vivid colors and a bit of boosted contrast.
- Warm: Adds a warm color temperature to your photos, enhancing yellows and reducing blues.
- Cool: Applies a cooler color temperature, emphasizing blues and reducing yellows.
Each of these styles is designed to create a different look and feel, allowing you to choose the one that best matches your creative intent or the mood of the scene you’re capturing. Furthermore, you can customize each style to further match your preferences, adjusting the Tone and Color of each style.
Once set, your chosen Photographic Style applies to all photos you take, ensuring a consistent look across your images. However, you can change your Photographic Style at any time, and it won’t affect the original quality of the images.
Additional Resources:
- iPhone 14 Review
- iPhone 13 Pro Max Review
- iPhone 14 Pro Max Review
- Smartphone Camera Settings Explained: How To Use Them Like A Pro
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FAQs
What are the best camera settings for iPhone 2023? ›
For best image quality:
Shoot 4K at 24 FPS (we'll get into FPS next). It's the highest resolution available on iPhones and you'll get lots of detail in the image.
The iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max are the clear winners for the best iPhone camera award. If you want the best viewing experience, then go for the Max. If you like a smaller phone, the iPhone 14 Pro is for you.
Are iPhone 13 photos high resolution? ›The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro are both capable of shooting professional-quality video along with high-resolution photography.
Have iPhone cameras gotten better? ›Three highlights in the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max stand out: the main camera's 48-megapixel resolution; better image quality on the main and ultrawide angle cameras so photos look more natural; and the improved low-light performance on all three of the rear cameras.
What are the 3 most important camera settings? ›Three of the most important settings are shutter speed, ISO, and aperture — otherwise known as the exposure triangle, or the three pillars of photography.
Which iPhone is best in 2023? ›Best iPhone overall
This year's best overall iPhone currently goes to the iPhone 14 Pro Max. It's a mouthful, but for good reason. The 6.7-inch model is the largest of the iPhone 14 line and comes stacked with the latest features that Apple has to offer.
The big difference between the two iPhones is the improved camera capabilities in the iPhone 14, which include better (faster) low light photography and the Action Mode. The Action Mode is definitely the marquee feature and one many people are likely to use, unlike the Cinematic Mode that arrived with the iPhone 13.
Which iPhone has a professional camera? ›The iPhone 14 Pro brings a new front design, upgraded cameras, and a new all-powerful Apple silicon for the most premium iPhone yet.
Which phone has best camera quality? ›- Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. ...
- Google Pixel 7 Pro. ...
- Sony Xperia 1 IV. ...
- OnePlus 10 Pro. ...
- Oppo Find X5 Pro. ...
- Realme GT 2 Pro. ...
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4. The best foldable camera phone. ...
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. For a discount on an older (still great) model.
If your iPhone 13 photos are blurry, this is likely because your camera is shifting between lenses when it shouldn't be. To fix blurry photos, enable Macro Control and turn off Lens Correction in the Settings app.
Does iPhone 13 have 4K camera quality? ›
iPhone 13 Pro or later supports ProRes recording in high dynamic range (HDR) using the hybrid log gamma (HLG) format or in standard dynamic range (SDR), and supports these resolutions and frame rates: ProRes support for 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB storage capacity: 4K at 30 frames per second (fps) 4K at 25 fps.
Will iPhone 14 have a better camera? ›The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max have a new, 48 MP sensor, which can take sharper photos, or bin pixels together for brighter photos.
What cameras take better pictures than iPhone? ›The latest iPhone 14 Pro has a 48-megapixel sensor, crossing the 12-megapixel barrier for the first time. However, the current kings of the hill are the Samsung S23 Ultra and the Xiaomi 12T Pro, both of which sport sensors bearing a whopping 200 megapixels of resolution.
Why is Samsung camera better than iPhone? ›iPhone's video looks slightly less grainy, especially at nighttime, but Samsung's videos have better dynamic range. This difference shrinks when you switch to selfie video, though. Samsung has 8K video capability, but it's one of those features you'll probably never need.
Why Android is better than iPhone? ›You Want More Freedom, Control, and Customizations
Since Android is an open-source platform, it offers more freedom and customization options than iOS. You can customize almost anything on your Android device, from how your home screen looks to how you interact with your phone.
- Aperture: f/1.8-f/5.6 in low light or for a narrower depth of field, and f/8-f/16 for a wider DoF.
- Shutter Speed: From 30 seconds to 1/4000th of a second depending on the scene.
- ISO: 100-3200 in entry-level cameras, and 100-6400 in more advanced cameras.
Tell Me How to Get Better Camera Quality on Android
Android phones allow you to change the resolution of your photographs. Open your camera app and click on Settings in the bottom left corner. Click on Resolutions. Then make sure you have the highest possible quality selected.
Which Aspect Ratio Should You Use? The proper aspect ratio you use depends on the type of project you're shooting. As a baseline, we recommend using 4:3 for photos and 16:9 for videos. This is a good common standard, and you can't go wrong with either of them.
Which iPhones will be obsolete in 2023? ›- iPhone 8 (Plus)
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
- iPhone 7 and 7 Plus.
- iPhone 6(S) and 6(S) Plus.
- iPhone 5, 5S, and 5C.
- iPhone 4 and 4S.
- Older models.
After iPhone 15 launch in 2023, THESE iPhones may get discontinued soon. With the iPhone 15 series official launch is months away, Apple may scrap iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max this year. Additionally, it may stop selling iPhone 11 and iPhone 12.
What iPhone will not work in 2024? ›
US-based tech giant Apple Inc may exclude the iPhone SE 4 from its new product planning for 2024/2025.
Why should I buy iPhone 14 instead of 13? ›The iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 both feature the same display size, 5G connectivity, A15 Bionic chip, and design. Nevertheless, the iPhone 14 still offers a number of upgrades, such as an additional GPU core, Emergency SOS via satellite, the Photonic Engine, and Action Mode.
Is iPhone 13 worth buying in 2023? ›Featuring Apple's trusted quality finish paired with reliable software support, the last-gen flagship might just be worth considering over the current-gen flagship for more than one reason. The iPhone 13 remains an excellent investment in 2023.
Is iPhone 14 Pro better than iPhone 14? ›With just $200 difference to obtain a brighter display with ProMotion and always-on functionality, the Dynamic Island, the A16 Bionic chip, and a radically different rear camera set up, not to mention longer battery life and a more premium design, many customers will be able to justify getting the iPhone 14 Pro ...
Which version of iPhone is best? ›- Best iPhone overall: iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max - See at Amazon.
- Best iPhone in Battery Life: iPhone 14 Plus - See at Amazon.
- Best iPhone in mid-range: iPhone 12 - See at Amazon.
- Best iPhone in affordability: iPhone SE 2022 - See at Amazon.
An iPhone typically has better lenses and higher-resolution sensors than an Android phone. This means that iPhones tend to take sharper photos with better color accuracy. The digital zoom on iPhones is also usually better than on Android phones.
What phone will come out in 2023? ›Apple iPhone 15
It's due to launch in September 2023 (as Apple's launches and release dates are, mercifully, very consistent). The fancy Dynamic Island notch will make its way down to the base iPhone 15 models (there will almost certainly be an iPhone 15 Plus as well).
A decent 6-megapixel camera is good enough for most normal camera usage. Go for higher megapixels only if you wish to use your images for canvas-sized prints or large hoardings. If your interest is in night sky photography, then too a higher megapixel camera can be important.
How do I get full quality photos on my iPhone? ›Go to Settings > Camera > Formats to change the way your device saves photos and videos. Select High Efficiency to save photos in the HEIF format. This tends to be higher quality.
How do I make my iPhone 13 camera better pictures? ›- Tap the. Timer icon. then select an option (e.g., Off, 3s, 10s).
- Tap the. Filters icon. ...
- To switch to the front-facing camera, tap the. Front-facing Camera icon. ...
- To switch to a different mode, swipe the. modes menu.
Which iPhone has 4K quality? ›
Apple iPhone 8 / iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X, 4K@60, 30 or 24fps with official support from Apple.
Is 4K or HD better on iPhone camera? ›If you want sharper image and don't care about larger file size, use 4K instead of 1080p. It's a matter of frame rate in terms of 4K recording settings on iPhone.
Which camera is better iPhone 14 Pro or 14 Plus? ›iPhone 14 Plus vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Camera
All lenses produce 12MP pictures, except the iPhone 14 Pro Max's main lens, which can go all the way up to 48MP. There are slight differences to the apertures of those lenses. On the iPhone 14 Plus, the main is f/1.5 and the ultra wide is f/2.4.
It's worth remembering that you get more noticeable upgrades with the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. These include everything that's new in the 14, as well as an upgraded main camera with a larger 48-megapixel sensor, an ultrawide camera that allows you to take Macro photos and a third camera with a telephoto lens.
Why iPhone 14 is better? ›New iPhone 14 satellite connectivity feature. Two of the most significant upgrades to the entire iPhone 14 line are Crash Detection and Emergency SOS, both of which have the potential to save lives in a dire situation.
Why do my iPhone photos look better than DSLR? ›Google and Apple use AI to know when there's a face in the photograph. Once they see a face, they know to soften the texture and to make it brighter in the image. This makes sure that all faces are the subject of an image and makes sure there are no unnecessary distractions.
Do iPhones last longer than Samsung? ›Another major advantage that iPhones have over Samsung phones is the longevity of the devices. Although Samsung now offers four years of major Android updates for its flagships and mid-range phones, iPhones can easily last for five to six years. However, there's one important caveat to this.
Should Android users switch to iPhone? ›Fewer Security Risks
iOS devices have the upper hand when it comes to cybersecurity. iPhones have tighter security than Android, thanks to the exclusive Apple App Store, closed ecosystem, and prompt updates.
- iPhones Are Overpriced. Apple increases the price of iPhones every year. ...
- iPhones don't come with a Headphone Jack. ...
- Apple Ecosystem. ...
- iPhones Have Fixed Storage. ...
- iPhone Apps Take Up Too Much Space. ...
- iPhones Have No FM Radio Built-In. ...
- iPhone Accessories are Expensive. ...
- iPhones have Short Battery Life.
These include iMessage, a messaging service available to Apple users, AirDrop, a feature that allows file sharing between Apple devices, and FaceTime, a video calling service available to Apple users. Additionally, Apple Pay, a mobile payment service exclusive to Apple devices, is not available on Android devices.
What is the most used Android or iPhone? ›
Which Mobile OS Has the Most Users Worldwide? Android continues to reign in the global market with a 71.65% market share in Q1 2023, while iOS has 27.71% of the mobile operating system users. Android is an open-source platform owned by Google that can be adapted and used by many smartphone brands.
What settings should you change for camera iPhone? ›- HDR: Shoot in difficult lighting conditions. ...
- Live Photo: Capture movement. ...
- iPhone Camera timer: Avoid camera shake. ...
- Grid: Compose shots more easily. ...
- Portrait mode: Achieve blurred background. ...
- Burst mode: Capture unique shots.
Apple is said to drop software support for three iPhones in 2023. The iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X may not get iOS 17 update. Three old iPads will also reportedly lose software support from Apple.
How can I improve the camera quality on my iPhone 13? ›On iPhone 12 models, iPhone 13 models, and iPhone 14 models, the Lens Correction setting adjusts photos taken with the front camera or Ultra Wide camera for more natural-looking results. Lens Correction is on by default. To turn off Lens Correction, go to Settings > Camera, then turn off Lens Correction.
Which photo format is best quality iPhone? ›iOS. iOS 11+ — Since iOS 11, Apple has introduced a new iPhone photo format, HEIC format for iOS devices. HEIC is more efficient when it comes to file size while keeping the same image quality compared to JPG .
How do I take high resolution photos on my iPhone? ›Go to Settings > Camera > Formats and choose whether your images will use High Efficiency (the HEIF/HEVC format) or Most Compatible (the JPG format).
How do I get super high quality photos on my iPhone? ›Go to Settings > Camera > Formats to change the way your device saves photos and videos. Select High Efficiency to save photos in the HEIF format. This tends to be higher quality.
Does iPhone have professional camera settings? ›After all, these phones produce stunning shots by default, and most average users likely don't care about taking it any further. And while there's no manual or Pro photography mode as of iOS 16, there are still some advanced settings that can control the output of your iPhone's camera.
What camera setting is most accurate? ›- Aperture: f/1.8-f/5.6 in low light or for a narrower depth of field, and f/8-f/16 for a wider DoF.
- Shutter Speed: From 30 seconds to 1/4000th of a second depending on the scene.
- ISO: 100-3200 in entry-level cameras, and 100-6400 in more advanced cameras.
The 2023 iPhone 15 models are expected to feature USB-C instead of Lightning, faster modem chips, upgraded camera technology, and more.
Which iPhone is next to be obsolete? ›
The iPhone 7 was introduced in 2016, making it obsolete between 2021 and 2023. The iPhone 8 was introduced in 2017, making it obsolete between 2023 and 2024.
Is HD or 4K better on iPhone? ›We recommend shooting in a resolution of 4K, with a frame rate of 24fps. If you'd like to shoot some slow-mo footage, 4K at 60fps will allow you to slow footage down by 40%. If you need to slow things down even further, iPhone 8 models and newer can shoot 240fps. However, this mode is limited to a resolution of 1080p.
Why is my iPhone camera not high quality? ›If your iPhone camera is blurry, be sure to clean the lenses with a clean and dry microfiber cloth. You should also try restarting the Camera app and the phone itself. Don't pinch to zoom when composing your photos, as this can lead to blurry photos as well.
Should I turn off HDR on iPhone? ›If you want to capture something in motion, turn off HDR to prevent dark or washed-out areas. If you want to take a portrait with dark and intense shadows, consider turning off HDR; otherwise, you may capture details within the shadow.