Unlock the Versatility: Mastering iPhone 15 Pro's Multi-Lens Camera

A guide to toggling, defaulting or disabling the iPhone 15 Pro's 28mm and 35mm camera modes

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Apple's iPhone 15 Pro: Unveiling the Secrets Behind Its Seven "Lenses"

The iPhone 15 Pro boasts seven different "lenses" for capturing stunning photographs, but a closer look reveals only three physical cameras on the device. This intriguing discrepancy stems from Apple's innovative approach to digital zoom, cleverly embedded within the main camera.

While only one of the main camera's lenses is a traditional optical lens, the other three are cleverly crafted digital zoom presets. These presets emulate different focal lengths, allowing for greater versatility without compromising image quality. This is made possible by the main camera's high-resolution 48MP sensor and a default shot resolution of 24MP, ensuring that details remain sharp even when zooming in.

Apple first introduced this concept with the iPhone 14 Pro, offering a 2x in-sensor crop mode for the main camera. The iPhone 15 Pro takes this a step further, introducing additional 1.2x and 1.5x zoom options for even more flexibility.

For those who prefer the simplicity of a single 1x zoom, Apple provides the option to disable these additional magnifications. Conversely, if you find yourself favoring these new zoom levels, you can set one as your default, ensuring it's readily available upon opening the camera app. And for those still exploring their preferences, switching between the different modes within the Camera app is a breeze.

Whether you're a seasoned photographer or a casual picture-taker, the iPhone 15 Pro's versatile camera system offers a range of options to capture life's moments in stunning detail.

 

How to swap main camera lens modes on iPhone 15 Pro

 

1. In Settings open the Camera section

 

 

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There's no way to change this in the Camera app itself, so we need to go through the main Settings app.

2. Next, open Main Camera

 

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Scroll to the bottom of this page and you should see it near the top of your screen.

3. Enable additional lenses and set your default

 

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Customize Your Camera Experience: Tailor Your Default Lens Options

Empower your photography with personalized lens choices on your Pixel device. Seamlessly toggle between 28mm (1.2x zoom) and 35mm (1.5x zoom) options to curate your Camera app experience. Elevate your default lens selection from the available options, ensuring a seamless transition between shots. For those who prefer the 2x zoom, rest assured that this option remains readily accessible within the Camera app.

4. Swap lenses by tapping or holding the 1x button in the Camera app

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Tapping will swap quickly between the standard 1x main camera mode and your enabled extra lenses. The 2x mode remains in its own separate circle between the 1x and 3x/5x cameras.

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Accessing Additional Zoom Lenses with Haptic Feedback

Enhance your photography experience with the intuitive zoom wheel feature. Simply tap and hold the screen to activate the zoom wheel, which showcases additional lenses for a variety of photographic scenarios. Navigate seamlessly between lenses using the prominent white lines as visual guides, or rely on the haptic feedback system that generates a gentle buzz when you reach a pre-set zoom level. This combination of visual and tactile cues ensures effortless control over your zoom settings, empowering you to capture the perfect shot every time.