The iPhone has always been known for its pretty decent camera output, and with each new series. Apple has stated that it will continue to bring better features to its mobile camera system. While we wait for the iPhone 15 series to arrive later this year, there are rumours about the iPhone 16 Pro series. According to popular Weibo tech blogger, @DCS, Apple has a custom 48MP 1/1.14″ IMX 903 sensor from Sony. He claims that this sensor is larger than the one on the iPhone 14 Pro Max. His report also claims that Apple will have a very powerful camera setup for the iPhone 16 series which includes the following
- 1/1.14″± super sensor
- 1MG + 7P moulded glass-plastic module
- Periscope super telephoto combination
These are only rumours and should be taken with a grain of salt. However, the popular tech blogger, @DCS, is quite authoritative when it comes to leaks and rumours. Over the years, @DCS has gained a reputation for accurate leaks and is widely trusted. If this leak turns out to be true, then the iPhone 16 series will likely push the limits of mobile camera output. It will offer users even better versatility and high-quality imaging. Let’s delve into this exciting feature in more detail.
1/1.14-inch Outsole
The use of a 1/1.14-inch outsole in the iPhone 16 Pro series will be an upgrade from older models. This larger sensor size allows for more light to be captured. The result of this is better low-light image output and better overall image quality. With a larger outsole, the iPhone 16 Pro can capture more detail and produce sharper images. Users will not have to worry when they are in an area with poor lighting. However, we must state again that this is only a rumour and do not get your hopes too high just yet.
Periscope Ultra – Telephoto link
According to the rumour from a trusted source, @DCS, the iPhone 16 Pro series will add a periscope ultra-telephoto sensor. This sensor will make the zoom feature of this device much better. A periscope lens system uses a series of mirrors to bend light. This allows for a longer focal length without increasing the physical size of the camera module. It also means that the iPhone 16 Pro can achieve higher levels of optical zoom without cutting down on the sleek design.
The ultra-telephoto lens, combined with the periscope mechanism, will enable the iPhone 16 Pro to achieve better zoom ranges. Users can expect to capture detailed shots even from a distance, making it ideal to snap sports events, wildlife, or any other scenario where getting physically closer to the subject is not possible.
Benefits and Implications
The use of a 1/1.14-inch outsole and a periscope ultra-telephoto combination in the iPhone 16 Pro series brings several benefits to users:
1. Better Low-Light Performance:
The larger sensor size enables greater light capture, resulting in improved low-light photography. Users can expect clearer and brighter images even in challenging lighting conditions.
2. Better Zoom Capabilities:
The periscope ultra-telephoto combination enables the iPhone 16 Pro to achieve higher levels of optical zoom. Users can capture distant subjects with exceptional detail and clarity.
3. Versatile Photography Options:
With the combination of a larger outsole and advanced zoom capabilities, the iPhone 16 Pro series offers users a wide range of photography options. From wide-angle shots to close-ups, users can capture a variety of subjects with ease.
4. Professional-Quality Results:
The advanced camera system in the iPhone 16 Pro series allows users to capture professional-quality photos and videos.
Limitations
Periscope cameras offer several pros as shown above. However, there are also several limitations to periscope cameras:
1. Distortion:
If light comes directly from the prism, the light appears distorted, because too much light blurs and gives bad results.
2. Grainy photos in low light:
According to Xiaomiuim, photos taken in dark scenes may be grainy due to the high aperture.
3. Fixed focal length:
One issue with a periscope telephoto setup is that while it gives you the liberty to optically zoom in on far-off objects or close in on a tiny object, its focal length — and thus, zooming capabilities — are fixed to a certain value.
4. Narrow field of view:
With the increase in focal length, the field of view is narrow, and the aperture of the camera is lower.
5. Complexity and cost:
The periscope lens has a more complex structure than the ordinary telephoto lens, which discourages many brands from using it. It also consumes a lot of space.
6. Privacy issues:
There are controversies surrounding periscope lenses, particularly regarding privacy issues.
Final Words
The rumoured inclusion of a 1/1.14-inch sensor and a periscope ultra-telephoto combination in the iPhone 16 Pro series is a piece of exciting news. However, we can not say too much at the moment. We all know that Apple does not like to reveal info before its official launch. Thus, we will have to keep our fingers crossed. The rumoured sensors will bring better low-light shooting as well as zoom capacity. If this turns out to be true, the iPhone 16 Pro series will have the potential to take mobile phone cameras to new heights. Users can look forward to capturing good images and videos with this highly anticipated device.
Previous Rumours on the iPhone 16 Pro Series
According to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will feature larger display sizes. In the latest edition of his “Power On” newsletter, Gurman corroborated other reports about Apple‘s plan to increase the size of its two “Pro” iPhone models. The reports claim that Apple will increase from 6.1- and 6.7 inches by “a couple of tenths of an inch diagonally”. The new display sizes would be the largest ever for the iPhone.
The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are expected to have display sizes of 6.3 and 6.9 inches, respectively. This is about an increase of around 0.2 inches from the previous models. This increase in size could create more internal space for better hardware, such as camera tech and larger batteries. This could also make Apple’s high-end mobile phones more competitive with the equivalent devices offered by Samsung.
Gurman’s endorsement of the rumours adds weight to the speculation that the new iPhones will have larger displays. Gurman is a well-known Apple analyst who has a track record of accurately predicting Apple’s product releases and updates. His endorsement of the rumours will likely increase the anticipation and excitement surrounding the release of the new iPhones.
(Note: The info provided is based on rumours and should be taken with caution until official announcements are made by Apple.)
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