Best iPhones for Photography (January 2025)

Top Performers

The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max lead in camera performance, scoring 157 in DxOMark tests. The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max follow closely with 154 points. Even the standard iPhone 16 performs well, ranking fifth with 147.

Full Rankings

  1. iPhone 16 Pro Max (157)
  2. iPhone 16 Pro (157)
  3. iPhone 15 Pro Max (154)
  4. iPhone 15 Pro (154)
  5. iPhone 16 (147)
  6. iPhone 14 Pro Max (146)
  7. iPhone 14 Pro (146)
  8. iPhone 15 (145)
  9. iPhone 15 Plus (145)
  10. iPhone 13 Pro Max (141)
  11. iPhone 13 Pro (141)
  12. iPhone 14 Plus (133)
  13. iPhone 14 (133)
  14. iPhone 12 Pro Max (131)
  15. iPhone 12 Pro (127)
  16. iPhone 13 mini (125)
  17. iPhone 13 (125)
  18. iPhone 11 Pro Max (122)
  19. iPhone 12 (117)
  20. iPhone 12 mini (117)

Why iPhones Excel at Photography

iPhones boast advanced camera tech like Smart HDR and Cinematic Mode. Newer models offer improved low-light performance and zoom. For those interested in other Apple devices, check out the Apple TV Button Remote. Considering an upgrade? Read rumors about the iPhone 17. See how Apple dominates performance rankings in AnTuTu's January report.