There are more differences between the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro cameras than in last year’s iPhone 13 models. We’re here to break them down and let you know what’s new for Apple’s camera phone lineup in 2022.
It’s September, which means it’s time for Apple to update the iPhone. This year brings the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro, handsets that look quite a bit like last year’s 13 series on the outside, though there are some big changes inside, especially with the 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. If you’re interested in learning about the phones in general, we’ve got you covered; here we’ll take a close look at the cameras.iPhone 14 and 14 Plus: More Than Enough Camera for Most
Apple splits its iPhone line into two forks, with the more affordable iPhone 14 and 14 Plus getting the (slightly) short end of the stick when it comes to camera features. That’s fine, as they’re quite capable for imaging and video.
Like the iPhone 13, the « regular » iPhone 14 models sport dual cameras, one with an ultra-wide view and another with the classic wide angle (26mm) that’s become the de facto standard view for smartphones. The front-facing selfie camera has an f/2.2 lens for FaceTime chats and selfies.iPhone 14 dual camera module
All of the lenses are backed by 12MP sensors, the same as with the iPhone 13 series. Sensor-shift stabilization is new, though, and should result in steadier handheld video, as well as clearer results when using the low light Night mode. The main rear camera also sports a slightly brighter f/1.5 aperture, but the difference in its light-gathering capabilities versus the iPhone 13’s f/1.6 lens is negligible.
Computational photo modes continue. The aforementioned Night mode is there for taking pictures on dimly lit street corners. You also get a portrait mode for blurred-background snapshots with adjustable bokeh and lighting effects.
For video, the basic iPhone 14 models support 4K60 recording in SDR or Dolby Vision HDR, the same as last time. Cinematic mode gets an upgrade, though. The feature made its debut last year and brings the bokeh effect to video, but was limited to 1080p24 with the 13 series. With the iPhone 14 it gets an upgrade to 4K, and you can pick between the classic 24fps look or more video-like 30fps, both with Dolby Vision color.
Action mode is brand new this year. The feature is a shot across the bow at action cams, and promises to capture steadier video in normally shaky situations.
