The iPhone 15 series will feature upgraded camera systems, including a 48-megapixel main camera, periscope lens for the telephoto camera in the Pro Max model, and improved image quality and resolution for the ultra-wide and telephoto cameras.
Apple is facing significant production issues with the camera sensors and titanium chassis for the iPhone 15 models, which may impact availability, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Additionally, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is experiencing delays in manufacturing, potentially causing problems for early upgraders.
Apple's VP of camera software engineering, Jon McCormack, explains that the iPhone 15 Pro Max's 5x optical zoom is limited compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's 10x zoom because it can be stabilized better and allows for better light management with its lower aperture.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max has scored high on DxOMark rankings for its camera capabilities, taking the #2 spot, but still falls short of beating the Huawei P60 Pro in terms of overall score.
The iPhone 15 Pro introduces significant upgrades and improvements compared to the iPhone 12 Pro, including a titanium design, always-on Retina display with ProMotion, Action button, USB-C port, 48-megapixel main camera, A17 Pro chip, and longer battery life.
The iPhone 15 Pro offers significant improvements in video capabilities, including the addition of LOG Image Profile for wider dynamic range and color grading flexibility, the elimination of digital sharpening in LOG mode, the ability to shoot in ProRes at 60fps in 4K, the usefulness of the 5x telephoto lens for video, the convenience of a USB-C port for faster file transfer, and the portability advantage for spur-of-the-moment shots.
The author compares the image quality of the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Nikon Z8 cameras and concludes that while the Nikon Z8 is the better camera overall, the iPhone 15 Pro Max can still capture impressive images, especially in landscapes and portraits.
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.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max emerges as the winner in a face-off with the Pixel 8 Pro, thanks to its superior battery life, camera performance, and overall performance, although the Pixel 8 Pro offers unique AI-assisted features and a more affordable price.
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.
The iPhone 15 Pro brings numerous improvements compared to previous models, including a lighter titanium build, an Action button for programming shortcuts, a USB-C port, and upgraded cameras, making it a more appealing option for those looking for faster performance and a better camera. However, it may not be necessary to upgrade if you already have an iPhone 14 Pro or newer, as the improvements may have niche uses and may not significantly impact the daily experience.
The iPhone 15 Pro is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, with improvements in design, battery life, and cameras making it the best Pro iPhone yet, according to a reviewer.
The author upgraded from an iPhone 11 to an iPhone 15 Pro Max primarily for its 5x optical zoom camera, but they also enjoyed features such as Macro mode and Night mode, while finding other features like the Dynamic Island and Action button less useful than expected.
