iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera Review - RIP Pro Cameras! 🤯

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[MaxTechOfficial]

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[gregb.]

The iPhone takes good pictures for a phone, but it's absolutely absurd to say it will take higher quality images than a larger, full-format sensor. This speaks more about your poor camera and processing skills than anything else. And comparing a single image to a stack of iPhone photos that are then processed as HDR is a complete apples and oranges test. Compare HDR to HDR if you want a fair test.

[xmj]

Having a pro camera and knowing how to properly use it is a different thing...

[mannycodes]

One big difference not mentioned in this video when comparing an iPhone 15 Pro vs Sony A7R IV and where the Sony shines comes to zooming into photos. Also if you were to print photos from an iPhone you won’t get the best quality either. For simple pictures not intended to be printed iPhone should be fine. I personally have a Sony A7R V with the same lens mentioned in this video and the type of quality between my Sony to my iPhone 15 Pro is not really comparable in my opinion. But let’s appreciate how far iPhone photography has come over the years.

[meat_loves_wasabi]

Instead of comparing and debating….We should just appreciate that our smartphones are able to take great photos and it’s with you almost everytime so it’s really convenient

I enjoy the user experience taking photos with a pro camera during vacations.. it’s adds to the joy and excitement which my iPhone doesn’t give

[arwlyx]

Still genuinely can't believe there was a preference for overprocessed, pasty looking pictures over naturally rendered, clear pictures. I watched the blind comparison and I couldn't believe you guys couldn't tell which is which, and I guess it is a "preference" at the end of the day. Thanks for sharing your findings anyways.

[chronic-lore]

I have the iPhone 15 Pro Max and you're being hyperbolic. I think it has an amazing camera system... for a phone. I also work as a videographer, photographer and editor and (in my experience at least) there is absolutely no comparison when you're taking advantage of the "pro camera's" features and taking more creative videos/shots. Though if you're just using both as a point and shoot (which the vast majority of your shots were) then there really isn't much of a difference. In saying that I have used action mode when I couldn't be bothered with a gimbal and the results were brilliant, however, I would never recommend anyone buy an expensive camera for just general photography so the comparison is pretty moot.

But you got what you wanted, engagement.

[pauldewar]

I’m happy to swap with you my iPhone 15 Pro Max for your Sony A7RIV

[chrisbogart]

I have to agree. They basically captured the entry level market hands down. When I paired the iPhone 15 Pro Max with the BMC app - I instantly knew it was a game changer. That combination made me reconsider my whole workflow since it also generated the Proxy files automatically and everything is written to the external SSD. Damn! It is another very usable tool for a professional. For me, it is in my pocket or next to me 100% of the time. Just stop and shoot. That is the big advantage - quality images/videos instantly. Who would have thought? Enjoyed your perspective and observations.

[fazetone]

I think what they’re trying to get at is how capable these phones are and have an everyday user in mind. Obviously if you’re a professional photographer with client work you’re not going to use a phone lol but if you’re someone that wants a good camera to take on trips with and like to travel light it’s a great investment! Best camera is the one that’s with you and doesn’t get in the way

[Neds_Severed_Head]

Good luck cropping and editing those iPhone photos. There's a reason the camera RAWs are so much larger in size.

[TheDonKichot]

iPhone works just fine as a point-and-shot camera. However, both DSLR & MILC cameras show a plethora of advantages, which should not be omitted. Such as an excellent selection of accessories (on/off camera flash & mic, ND filter, polarising filter, lens hood to minimise flare, etc.), a wide variety of features (full-manual control, HQ RAW capture, HQ 10-bit 4:2:2 LOG, high-speed capture, focus-stacking, pixel shift, ease of use & ergonomics, true bokeh & bokeh balls, etc.) and lenses to choose from (zooms and primes ranging from UWAs to extreme telephoto such as Nikon 1200-1700 or Canon 1200 f/5.6) and a possibility to achieve a specific look in-camera (flare, sunstars, CA, etc.).

Of course there are numerous clip-on lenses designed with smartphones in mind, but putting a lens on an another lens is a rather poor option as it introduces a variety of optical imperfections and has a negative impact on the overall IQ.

Furthermore:

• Video features: iPhone 15 Pro is capable of capturing LOG footage, which works just good enough in a well controlled environment, however it struggles at relatively high ISO values (>800). Both hardware and software are not good enough to deliver true-to-life, natural depth-of-field & bokeh balls, which often can make or break a given scene,
• Photo capabilities: Highly imperfect point-and-shoot IQ (a variety of odd-looking, over-processed areas, strong pseudo-HDR, aggressive noise reduction and image sharpening, image processing that works well for static scenes, but not the dynamic ones, etc.),
• Battery life: Swapping batteries of a DSLR/MILC takes several seconds. Some models come with two USB ports, one of which supports Power Delivery, that comes in handy during long sessions like time-lapse. Smartphones don’t allow for the battery to be swapped within seconds and using a power bank is not always an option,
• External memory: When the memory card in a DSLR/MILC is almost full it’s perfectly possible to simply replace it with an another one within seconds,
• Ergonomics: significantly more comfortable grip, fully articulated display in some models, a variety of useful photo/video related knobs and buttons, etc.
• Straightforward, distraction-free experience (no text messages, no phone calls, no unnecessary notification, etc.),
• etc.

EDIT 17:14: Fixed some typos

[dreamca]

I'm sorry dude, but a pro camera completely blows away any smartphone hands down, full stop and it's not even close. Smartphone cameras are a nice convenience to have, but in no way can a smartphone camera replace a pro camera whether it's a DSLR or mirrorless. You need to edit the photos from the pro camera in most cases after the fact, but people who do photography know that editing is part of the process. I know one of you used to do wedding photography and you didn't use a smartphone for that because it would come out absolute garbage, even the iPhone 15 Pro produces garbage images in that setting. Not bashing smartphone cameras completely, they have their place for quick convenience, but will never replace pro cameras, ever.

[RERN]

I’m no professional when it comes to photography by any means but I feel like their videos are becoming more bias and contradicting. Like they’re trying to say that they might as well start recording their videos too with iPhone 15 Pro because their pro cameras are inconvenient and a hassle.

[moiracallegari]

I totally get what you are saying. I usually lug my DSLR on trips but I guess I’m getting older and hate wearing so much extra weight and this time on my trip to India I left it home and only used my iPhone 15 pro max and a few filters and it was excellent. I know the DSLR probably takes better photos if I want to print them but the convenience. The portraits I photographed with the iPhone are so good even I’m surprised. And the versatility. You can work around the iPhone’s limitations if need be. Thanks for the video.

[frazerweb]

A friend recently got an iPhone max 15 and and decided to compare it with a panasonic gx9 with 3 leica lenses plus an olympus macro 60mm. The 100 to 400 lense did piss over the iPhone as it could get far more detailed in distant images. With the 8 - 18 and 12 - 60 the phone held its ground. The 60mm macro on panasonic created nicer depth of field. If you don't want to mess around with apertures and shutter speeds the iPhone would be more than enough for most average users. As for photographers, where a lense can cost more than iPhone, they have full control of a camera and shutter burst rates and focusing are superior. It's horses for courses, but dedicated top end cameras won't be be replaced by phones.

[JohnSmithAB]

Max said the important bit at the end: don't buy an expensive mirrorless camera unless you're using them to make money. For the vast majority of people who have no pretensions about making marketable films or selling their photos this model of iPhone absolutely stomps a pricey pro mirrorless camera in convenience, flexibility, ease-of-use, portability, low-light performance (*with caveats*) and on and on. Also, there's that very important saying, "the best camera is the one you have with you" and no one wants to lug a pro camera setup around with them all day, every day, whereas the iPhone is always there and ready to shoot and you don't even notice you're carrying it. I own both, as I make indie films, but those sneering at the iPhone are missing the boat. Appreciate this video!

[damian]

On previous iPhones, it felt like I had to adjust the lighting to be the right color balance and temperature control. But its automatic with this new one and I love that

[j.patricklangley]

I’m still rocking my iPhone 13 Pro Max I bought over two years ago and it’s still good enough for me. I barely use my DSLR anymore. I decided to hold onto my phone for another year

[samuelmingo]

Not going to lie. Every single past comparison reviews you've done, I've easily spotted which was which. This one I was getting it wrong, I was finding the iPhone better in some cases and the Sony better in others. That means to me that they output is on par for social media and online platforms, and of course smaller prints. The bigger camera will probably still destroy the iPhone when it comes to large prints, as of right now anyway. For what I do, I'm questioning if I even need my Canon. I hardly use it now as it is.