One of the most important changes in the iPhone 18 Pro has occurred in the camera section; where Apple has added a variable aperture to the main camera of this phone for the first time. The resolution of the main camera is still 48 megapixels, but the new lens structure allows the user to control the amount of light reaching the sensor.
This system uses a set of movable blades in the lens structure that adjust the amount of light entering the camera by changing the aperture size. This feature can provide greater control over the final image result in different lighting conditions, especially when shooting in low-light environments.
Of course, the use of variable aperture is not limited to professional photographers. The blades embedded in the lens can also be adjusted automatically and deliver the appropriate amount of light to the sensor based on ambient light conditions. Thus, ordinary users can also benefit from this technology without needing to change settings manually.
Apple has also added a set of professional camera controls to the iPhone 18 Pro. Users can manually change settings such as white balance and have greater control over the photography process.
On the other hand, live histograms on the display enable real-time viewing of the image exposure level. This feature can be useful for photographers who care about precise control of light and image details.
In the video recording section, the time-lapse mode now supports 4K resolution. Users can also convert a recorded video to Cinematic mode afterward; a feature that supports a maximum refresh rate of 60 frames per second.
Another new camera capability is on-device intelligent subject tracking. This feature can identify and follow people individually in a video and even continue tracking them when the subject momentarily leaves the frame. This capability is reminiscent of similar technologies seen in phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
iPhone 18 Pro price increased
Apple has raised the price of the Pro models this year. The base price of the iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1199, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be available with a base price of $1299.
These prices represent a $100 increase compared to the previous generation; a point that may be one of the most notable considerations for buyers of the new iPhone generation.
Apple also offers its upgrade plans with a $35 monthly payment. Users who trade in an iPhone 14 or newer models can receive up to $1200 in discounts.
iPhone 18 Pro pre-order and release time
Pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will begin on Saturday, September 12 (21 Shahrivar), and the official release of these two phones is scheduled for September 18 (27 Shahrivar).
With the official introduction of the phones at tonight’s Apple event, more details about camera performance, video recording capabilities, and other features of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to be released in the coming hours.