Apple Launches iPhone 18 Pro With Variable-Aperture Camera System
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max were announced today and keep last year's overall design but put the emphasis on camera upgrades, including a 48-megapixel variable-aperture system, new manual controls, and 4K Dolby Vision recording. Prices for the devices start at $1,199 and $1,299, respectively. TechCrunch reports: The new Pro series camera features a 48-megapixel camera with variable…
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models, retaining the previous year's design but focusing on significant camera enhancements. The new devices boast a 48-megapixel camera with a variable aperture system, constructed using six thin blades. This innovative technology aims to enhance low-light photography quality and speed.
Additionally, the camera software introduces advanced manual controls such as white balance, shutter speed, aperture, and histogram adjustments. Furthermore, the camera offers new photographic styles with customizable texture and grain settings. It has the capability to record 4K videos in Dolby Vision HDR, and users can apply cinematic effects post-shooting.
The updated Pro models also feature a smaller dynamic range island on the front, enabling the tracking of three simultaneous live activities, a step up from the previous two. Both devices are powered by Apple's latest A20 Pro silicon and boast an innovative vapor chamber design for enhanced cooling. Apple claims the new Pro model can handle up to 36 hours of video playback, while the Pro Max offers 45 hours of playback capacity. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max start at $1,199 and $1,299 respectively.
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