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Posted 9/17/2023, 3:10:01 PM

iPhone 15 Pro Max Gets 5x Zoom and Camera Upgrades, But Lacks 10x 'Periscope' Zoom of Rivals

iPhone 15 Pro Max has a new 5x optical zoom camera, while iPhone 15 Pro sticks with 3x zoom like before.
Apple claims the iPhone 15 Pro series is like having 7 pro lenses, but it's mostly marketing hype around focal lengths.
The 5x camera uses a unique prismatic design and has the brightest aperture and best stabilization of any 5x zoom camera.
But Pixel and Galaxy phones still beat iPhone on zoom range - Apple missed a chance to add 10x lossless zoom.
However, 5x optical zoom will be practical for most people. The other camera upgrades on iPhone 15 may make a bigger real-world difference.

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9/6/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max: Price, Camera, Display, Chipset, and more

The upcoming Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to feature a titanium frame, a 48MP camera with enhanced zoom capabilities, a faster A17 Bionic chipset, and a potential price hike of $100 to $200 compared to its predecessor.

9/8/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Models to Get Major Upgrades Like 8GB RAM, Periscope Lens, but Higher Price for Pro Max

The upcoming iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will have the same storage capacity options as the iPhone 14 Pro models, with increased RAM for improved performance and a potential price increase for the Pro Max model.

9/12/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max Zooms Ahead with New 5x Telephoto Camera and Major Video Upgrades

Periscope zooms on the new iPhone 15 Pro Max offer a significant upgrade, allowing for a 5x optical zoom and improved image quality, making it a desirable choice for photographers.

9/13/2023

iPhone 15 Brings Minor But Useful Upgrades Like Better Cameras, Faster Chips, and Enhanced Connectivity

Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 with multiple minor changes that collectively represent a positive step forward, including high-end camera and processor upgrades, a new telephoto-style lens with 5x optical zoom, the transition to USB-C, enhanced connectivity and Wi-Fi capabilities, and the addition of Roadside Assistance to its satellite-based SOS services.

9/15/2023

iPhone 16 Pro Models to Get 48MP Camera and More Affordable 5x Zoom According to Leak

The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models are rumored to have a 5x zoom camera, offering users the ability to have great zoom without having to spend a high amount of money.

9/19/2023

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Zooms Past iPhone Camera with 10x Optical Zoom

The iPhone 15 Pro Max offers 5x optical zoom, but Samsung's Galaxy S Ultra phones have had 10x optical zoom for a few years, making them far superior in terms of zoom capabilities.

9/21/2023

iPhone 15 and 15 Plus: The main differences come down to screen size and battery life

Apple has released the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, which feature a 48-megapixel camera, a USB-C port, and other improvements, with the main difference between the two models being the screen size and battery life.

10/11/2023

Camera Comparison: iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. Pixel 8 Pro

The iPhone 15 Pro Max and Pixel 8 Pro have notable differences in their camera systems, with the iPhone producing more natural landscape images and better background blur in portrait mode, while the Pixel excels in lower light situations and offers fun AI features like Best Take and Magic Editor.

10/15/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max Edges Out Pixel 8 Pro in 5x Zoom Photo Face-Off

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 8 Pro both have excellent 5x telephoto cameras, with the Pixel leaning toward warmer colors and brighter images while the iPhone offers more detail and clarity.

10/15/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera Upgrades Deliver Noticeably Better Photos

The iPhone 15 Pro Max's main camera with its larger sensor and improved exposure provides better fidelity, color, and contrast in photos compared to the iPhone 13 Pro, making it a significant upgrade for photography enthusiasts, especially in low-light scenarios.

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Posted 9/17/2023, 3:10:01 PM

iPhone 15 Pro Max Gets 5x Zoom and Camera Upgrades, But Lacks 10x 'Periscope' Zoom of Rivals

iPhone 15 Pro Max has a new 5x optical zoom camera, while iPhone 15 Pro sticks with 3x zoom like before.
Apple claims the iPhone 15 Pro series is like having 7 pro lenses, but it's mostly marketing hype around focal lengths.
The 5x camera uses a unique prismatic design and has the brightest aperture and best stabilization of any 5x zoom camera.
But Pixel and Galaxy phones still beat iPhone on zoom range - Apple missed a chance to add 10x lossless zoom.
However, 5x optical zoom will be practical for most people. The other camera upgrades on iPhone 15 may make a bigger real-world difference.

phonearena.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/6/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max: Price, Camera, Display, Chipset, and more

9/8/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Models to Get Major Upgrades Like 8GB RAM, Periscope Lens, but Higher Price for Pro Max

9/12/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max Zooms Ahead with New 5x Telephoto Camera and Major Video Upgrades

Periscope zooms on the new iPhone 15 Pro Max offer a significant upgrade, allowing for a 5x optical zoom and improved image quality, making it a desirable choice for photographers.

9/13/2023

iPhone 15 Brings Minor But Useful Upgrades Like Better Cameras, Faster Chips, and Enhanced Connectivity

9/15/2023

iPhone 16 Pro Models to Get 48MP Camera and More Affordable 5x Zoom According to Leak

The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models are rumored to have a 5x zoom camera, offering users the ability to have great zoom without having to spend a high amount of money.

9/19/2023

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Zooms Past iPhone Camera with 10x Optical Zoom

The iPhone 15 Pro Max offers 5x optical zoom, but Samsung's Galaxy S Ultra phones have had 10x optical zoom for a few years, making them far superior in terms of zoom capabilities.

9/21/2023

iPhone 15 and 15 Plus: The main differences come down to screen size and battery life

10/11/2023

Camera Comparison: iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. Pixel 8 Pro

10/15/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max Edges Out Pixel 8 Pro in 5x Zoom Photo Face-Off

10/15/2023

iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera Upgrades Deliver Noticeably Better Photos