A fun night video test of the iPhone 18 Pro
After taking a series of portrait photos to test the wider aperture of the iPhone 18 Pro , my original plan had been to hang around until it was dark in order to see whether letting in more light would reduce the duration of Night mode photos. I ended up postponing that test because something more interesting was going on: the extremely rare sight of a cruise liner passing through Tower Bridge.…
In a surprising twist while testing the iPhone 18 Pro, I discovered an opportunity to examine its night video capabilities after encountering a rare sight: a cruise liner passing through Tower Bridge. The iPhone 18 Pro, Apple's latest offering, has taken significant strides in enhancing low-light photography, but night video performance had historically lagged behind.
The challenge lies in capturing multiple exposures at 24 frames per second, making it a more complex task compared to still photography. However, Apple continues to invest in video processing enhancements and the wider aperture aids in capturing more light, contributing to improved night video quality.
I set up a mini tripod on a railing and recorded the cruise liner's passage over nine minutes. Although the video required stabilization, I included actual-speed sections to showcase the tugboats' hard work.
While the video isn't perfect and some details may appear muddy upon close inspection, the average person will likely find it enjoyable and impressive. Compared to earlier generations, the difference is night and day. Although it's not yet "good enough" for everyone, it's a significant improvement that is already "good enough for most people to enjoy" in challenging conditions.
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