Apple is working hard for the launch of iPhone 18 phones, and they promise a significant change in camera performance. According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 18 Pro will for the first time include a main rear camera with variable aperture, a technology that gives users better control over photos taken in various lighting conditions.
This innovation joins a series of modern technologies that Apple has gradually integrated into its models, including image stabilization by changing the sensor, advanced 48 megapixel sensors and a tetraprism telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom.
In 2025, with the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple will complete the transition to 48-megapixel sensors for the telephoto camera, leaving variable aperture as the next major step in improving photos.
iPhone 18 has a MAJOR Change Revealed, Apple's Plans Surprise
iPhone 18 it will allow the main camera to control the amount of light captured, automatically adapting itself according to the brightness of the environment. Unlike the iPhone 14 Pro, 15 Pro and 16 Pro models, which have a fixed aperture of ƒ/1,78, the variable aperture will bring improved flexibility, allowing sharp images in low light conditions and greater control over depth of field .
In his latest post on Medium, Ming-Chi Kuo outlined the impact of these changes on Apple's supply chain, including working with Sunny Optical and Luxshare to supply shutters for the new main camera on the iPhone 18 Pro. Sunny Optical and Largan Precision will also be involved in providing the variable aperture lens, bringing optical technology to a higher level.
With the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple brings a new stage in the camera performance of its smartphones, aiming at those who want a more versatile and high-quality photo experience. The innovations promised by this model confirm Apple's commitment to offer users the latest technologies and to establish itself as a leader on the mobile phone market.
