Highlights
- iPhone 16 Pro rumoured to have a 1/1.14-inch main camera sensor.
- Expected to feature 5x optical zoom similar to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
- Ultra-wide camera may upgrade to a 48MP sensor.
- Camera bump on iPhone 16 Pro series predicted to protrude by 3.9mm.
Ah, the never-ending cycle of iPhone rumours and leaks.
As we draw closer to the exciting launch of the iPhone 16 series later this year, the rumour mill is abuzz.
And one rumour that seems to be cropping up time and time again concerns the camera bump – specifically, the size of it.
Recent iPhone 16 Pro Camera Leaks
Let’s take a step back.
Just a month ago, there were some murmurs going around about the iPhone 16 Pro range set to get larger camera sensors.
We’re talking a beefy 1/1.14-inch main camera sensor, up from the 1/1.28 inch shooter on the iPhone 15 Pro models.
That should, theoretically, mean brighter, better images with more captured light and detail.
Photography geeks, be sure you pay attention.
Oh, but there’s also this.
If the leaks are correct, the iPhone 16 Pro will also have the snazzy Tetraprism zoom that now is the domain of the elder of the family, the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Yes, ma’am, 5x optical zoom goodness for you to take all those up-close shots you need to make.
And rumour has it that the iPhone 16 Pro Max could even take things a step further past optical zoom.
For the Pro models, Ultra-wide cameras could get a huge bump to a 48MP sensor, up from the 12MP sensors we’ve seen in iPhones since 2019.
This also is rumoured to be a very large 1/1.14-inch Sony IMX903 sensor, which could spell some ultra-wide wizardry.
What the Latest Leaks Suggest
The camera module of iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max has a raised height of 3.9mm pic.twitter.com/XynBc8JV8N
— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) June 8, 2024
From a schematic diagram, renowned leaker Ice Universe has revealed how far the rear cameras on the iPhone 16 Pro series would protrude.
Drumrolls, please: the rise in height will make it 3.9mm longer. That’s exactly how it goes – a camera bump even more pronounced than last year’s models.
These are all of course rumours and leaks, but if they ring true, it indicates that Apple really is going all in on making sure that its upcoming Pro lineup has beefed-up camera capabilities: bigger sensors, improved zoom, and a more pronounced camera module.
As we near the inevitable iPhone 16 unveiling this September, get ready for the rumour mill to kick into overdrive.
Will the camera bump live up to the hype come spring 2022?
Only time will tell.
But one thing’s for certain: Apple has never been the company to rest on its laurels as far as pushing the boundaries of mobile photography goes.
APPLE IPHONE 16 PRO SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Processor | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP + 13 MP + 13 MP |
| Front Camera | 13 MP |
| Battery | 4700 mAh |
| Display | 6.25 inches (15.88 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | October 26, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | iOS v16 |
Performance
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic |
| CPU | Hexa Core (3.464 GHz, Dual core, Everest + 2.02 GHz, Quad core, Sawtooth) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Apple GPU (Five-core graphics) |
| RAM | 6 GB |
Display
| Display Type | OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.25 inches (15.88 cm) |
| Resolution | 1189 x 2546 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 450 ppi |
| Bezel-less display | Yes |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 13 MP, Primary Camera 13 MP 13 MP |
|
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection |
|
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 13 MP, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 4700 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast |
| USB Type-C | No |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: eSIM |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | Lightning |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
FAQs
What are the rumoured upgrades to the iPhone 16 Pro camera?
The iPhone 16 Pro is rumoured to feature a larger 1/1.14-inch main camera sensor, an ultra-wide camera with a 48MP sensor, and the inclusion of a 5x optical zoom.
How will the camera bump on the iPhone 16 Pro differ from previous models?
Leaks suggest that the camera bump on the iPhone 16 Pro series will protrude by an additional 3.9mm compared to previous models.
What is the significance of the Tetraprism zoom feature?
The Tetraprism zoom, currently available on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, provides 5x optical zoom, allowing for high-quality close-up shots without losing detail.
Will the iPhone 16 Pro Max have different camera features than the iPhone 16 Pro?
Rumors indicate that while both models may share similar upgrades, the iPhone 16 Pro Max could offer even more advanced optical zoom capabilities.
When is the iPhone 16 series expected to be unveiled?
The iPhone 16 series is anticipated to be unveiled in September, following Apple’s typical product release cycle.
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