The iPhone 16 Series Set to Launch with Major Camera Enhancements

In breaking news from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro series, slated for release in September this year, is expected to undergo a significant upgrade in the imaging department. This marks the first time an Apple phone model boasts two 48-megapixel sensors.

Reports indicate that alongside its primary camera, the iPhone 16 Pro will also enhance its ultra-wide angle lens to a high-definition 48 million pixels, a jump that promises not only crisper photos but also improved low-light performance due to the larger sensor’s increased light intake. Additionally, notable improvements in details and quality are anticipated.

An exciting development for photography aficionados is that both the iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max are said to come equipped with periscope telephoto lenses, with even the smaller screen model receiving enhancements in its telephoto capabilities. However, user feedback suggests that while the capability for long-distance shots has improved, the more commonly used 3x optical zoom still falls short of what the iPhone 15 Pro offered.

The iPhone 16 Pro series is understood to adopt an advanced quadruple reflective prism design. This prism, set behind the lens within the phone’s folded glass structure, allows light to travel a longer path via four reflections without increasing the space needed. Despite its compact size compared to similar periscope lenses in Android devices, the smaller volume might cause some loss of light and potentially affect image quality.