The iPhone 16's camera performance has been ranked #20 by DXOMARK, with a total score of 147. Although it shares similar hardware with the iPhone 15, software improvements have led to better results in several areas.
Key Improvements and Strengths:
- Excellent exposure and color accuracy in photos and videos.
- Good contrast and pleasant skin tones.
- High detail in bright light and indoor shots.
- Fast and accurate autofocus.
- Effective video stabilization.
- Improved color in videos with better white balance.
- Better video texture compared to the iPhone 15.
Weaknesses:
- Limited dynamic range, leading to highlight clipping.
- Artifacts like flare and ringing in photos.
- Limited telephoto capabilities due to the lack of a dedicated lens.
- Loss of detail in videos, especially in low light.
- Noticeable noise in low-light videos and shadows.
While the iPhone 16's camera shows improvements over its predecessor, the absence of a dedicated telephoto lens impacts its zoom performance. For more details on Apple's camera technology, see iPhone 17 Design Changes. You can also compare this with the Pixel Camera 9.6 Update and explore 2024 App Store Award Finalists.