iPhone 18 Pro Camera Features Variable Aperture, Enhanced Manual Controls
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro introduces a camera with a variable aperture, allowing manual adjustments from f/1.48 to f/4. The device also offers expanded manual controls for shutter speed, white balance, and focus.
Apple has launched its latest smartphone, the iPhone 18 Pro, featuring a significant camera upgrade with a variable aperture.
The main camera on the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max includes a mechanical iris that allows users to manually adjust the aperture. Settings range from f/1.48 for low light to f/4 for greater depth of field. While the camera can automatically select the aperture, manual control is now available.
Beyond the variable aperture, Apple has integrated enhanced professional-level controls. Users can now manually adjust shutter speed, white balance, and focus, providing greater creative flexibility for photography and videography.
The announcement was made at Apple Park, where the company showcased the new capabilities. These additions position the iPhone 18 Pro as a more powerful tool for users seeking granular control over their mobile photography, competing more directly with dedicated camera equipment.