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iPhone 18 Pro Max Camera Leak Hints At Variable Aperture And New Sony Sensor

iPhone 18 Pro Max Camera Leak Hints At Variable Aperture And New Sony Sensor

 

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max camera details have surfaced in a fresh leak, revealing several details about Apple's next premium flagship. According to the leaked information, Apple could introduce a new Sony primary camera sensor along with a variable aperture system on an iPhone. While most of the rear camera hardware may remain similar to the previous generation, the new camera technology is expected to improve image quality, low-light photography, and depth control.

The latest leak also suggests that Apple may increase the price of the iPhone 18 Pro Max by up to $200 (roughly Rs 19,260), although the company has not officially confirmed any of these details. As with all early leaks, readers should treat the information with caution until Apple makes an official announcement.

 

iPhone 18 Pro Max Camera: Leaked Camera Specifications

The biggest highlight of the iPhone 18 Pro Max camera leak is the addition of a variable aperture on the main camera. This feature would allow the camera to adjust the amount of light entering the lens, helping users capture better photos in different lighting conditions while offering improved background blur and sharper images.

iPhone 18 Pro Max camera details

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Expected camera specifications

  • Main camera: New Sony IMX905 sensor
  • Variable aperture: Expected for the first time on an iPhone
  • Main sensor pixel size: 1.22μm
  • Ultra-wide camera: 48MP Sony IMX972 sensor
  • Periscope telephoto camera: Sony IMX973 sensor
  • LiDAR sensor: Sony IMX591
  • Front camera: 12MP Sony IMX914 sensor

The leak indicates that only the primary camera sensor is expected to receive a major hardware upgrade, while the ultra-wide, periscope telephoto, LiDAR, and selfie cameras may remain unchanged from the previous generation.

Variable Aperture Could Be The Biggest Upgrade

If the leak turns out to be accurate, the variable aperture system could become the standout feature of the iPhone 18 Pro Max camera. Unlike fixed-aperture lenses, this technology allows the camera to automatically adjust based on the scene. It can capture more light in dark environments and reduce light intake in bright conditions, resulting in better exposure, improved dynamic range, and more natural-looking portrait shots.

 

The new Sony IMX905 sensor is also expected to deliver improved image processing and better overall photography performance. Combined with Apple's image-processing software, the upgraded sensor could help produce sharper photos with richer colours and enhanced detail.

Apart from the camera improvements, the leak also hints at a possible price increase of up to $200 for the iPhone 18 Pro Max. However, Apple has yet to confirm the pricing, launch date, or hardware specifications. More details are expected to emerge in the coming months as the official launch draws closer.

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