Camera comparison – iPhone 16Pro vs 15Pro

“Camera Comparison – iPhone 16Pro vs 15Pro” – The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro are both high-end smartphones from Apple, offering impressive features and performance. However, there are a few key differences between the two models, particularly in terms of photography and videography. Perhaps these differences can let the Bloggers and Vloggers decide, if they should go for the upgrade.

When it comes to photography, the iPhone 16 Pro offers a few advantages over the iPhone 15 Pro. The larger sensor and wider aperture on the main camera on the new iPhone 16 Pro can result in better low-light performance and more detail in photos. The more powerful telephoto lens also packs a greater zoom capability, allowing you to capture subjects from a distance.

iPhone 16 Pro Key Highlights

Let’s first look at what’s new in iPhone 16 Pro

Camera

The iPhone 16 Pro features a slightly improved camera system compared to the iPhone 15 Pro. It boasts a larger sensor on the main camera, resulting in better low-light performance and more detail in photos. Additionally, the iPhone 16 Pro offers a wider aperture on the main camera, allowing for more light to be captured and potentially creating a more blurred background (bokeh) effect.

Zoom

The iPhone 16 Pro also has a more powerful telephoto lens, providing a 5x optical zoom compared to the 3x optical zoom on the iPhone 15 Pro. This means you can get closer to your subject without losing image quality.

Video

Both models can shoot 4K video at 60fps, but the iPhone 16 Pro supports a higher frame rate of 120fps. This results in smoother and more cinematic-looking videos.

Design

While both models share a similar design language, the iPhone 16 Pro have slightly refined edges.

Processor

The iPhone 16 Pro is powered by a newer and more powerful A-series chip compared to the iPhone 15 Pro. This improves the overall performance and efficiency.

• A18 Pro chip
• New 6‑core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores
• New 6‑core GPU
• New 16‑core Neural Engine

Audio

Now recording audio in the new iPhone 16 Pro is much more fun with these added key features:

• Spatial Audio and stereo recording
• Four studio-quality mics
• Wind noise reduction
• Audio Mix

Difference in Camera Specs – Camera comparison – iPhone 16Pro vs 15Pro

To better understand the differences between the iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro, let’s examine their specifications in detail. The differences are highlighted for easy reference.

iPhone 16 Pro	iPhone 15 Pro
48MP Fusion: 24 mm, ƒ/1.78 aperture, second‑generation sensor‑shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super‑high‑resolution photos (24MP and 48MP)	48MP Main: 24mm, ƒ/1.78 aperture, second‑generation sensor‑shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super‑high‑resolution photos (24MP and 48MP)
48MP Ultra Wide: 13 mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, Hybrid Focus Pixels, super-high-resolution photos (48MP)	12MP Ultra Wide: 13mm, ƒ/2.2 aperture and 120° field of view, 100% Focus Pixels
Enables 12MP 2x Telephoto: 52 mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor‑shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels	12MP 2x Telephoto (enabled by quad‑pixel sensor): 48mm, ƒ/1.78 aperture, second‑generation sensor‑shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels
12MP 5x Telephoto: 120 mm, ƒ/2.8 aperture and 20° field of view, 100% Focus Pixels, seven-element lens, 3D sensor-shift optical image stabilisation and autofocus, tetraprism design	12MP 3x Telephoto: 77mm, ƒ/2.8 aperture, optical image stabilisation
5x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 10x optical zoom range	3x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out; 6x optical zoom range
Digital zoom up to 25x Latest-generation Photographic Styles Spatial photos 48MP macro photography	Digital zoom up to 15x

 

Video Specs – Camera comparison – iPhone 16Pro vs 15Pro

Let’s look at some Video specs improvements in the new iPhone 16 Pro. The improvements are highlighted for easy reference.

iPhone 16 Pro	iPhone 15 Pro
4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps, 100 fps (Fusion) or 120 fps (Fusion)	4K video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps
1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps or 120 fps (Fusion)	1080p HD video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps
720p Dolby Vision video recording at 30 fps	720p HD video recording at 30 fps
Spatial video recording at 1080p at 30 fps
ProRes video recording up to 4K at 120 fps with external recording	ProRes video recording up to 4K at 60 fps with external recording
Slow‑motion video support for 1080p up to 240 fps and 4K Dolby Vision up to 120 fps (Fusion)	Slo‑mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps
QuickTake video up to 4K at 60 fps in Dolby Vision	QuickTake video
Second‑generation sensor‑shift optical image stabilization for video (Fusion) • Spatial Audio and stereo recording • 4 studio-quality mics • Wind noise reduction • Audio Mix	Second‑generation sensor‑shift optical image stabilization for video (Main) Stereo recording

Conclusion – Camera comparison – iPhone 16Pro vs 15Pro

Ultimately, the choice between the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro will depend on your specific needs and budget. If photography is a top priority and you’re willing to spend a bit more, the iPhone 16 Pro offers a few improvements that may be worth considering. Nevertheless, the iPhone 15 Pro remains a highly competent device, especially in terms of photography. If you’re working with a limited budget, it’s definitely worth considering.

Get your iPhone 16 Pro at Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3W2FAt7

Currently, there is heavy discount on iPhone 15 models right now. Don’t forget to check the prices here:

1. iPhone 15 Pro Max
2. iPhone 15 Pro
3. iPhone 15
4. iPhone 15 Plus

You can also check, iPhone 14 for just Rs. 59900/- here https://amzn.to/3ziPezA

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