Apple and Google released new high-end phones this fall: IPhone 15 Pro Max and Pixel 8 Pro. Both phones have great cameras, but there are some differences between them, which we will discuss in this article.
The camera system on the iPhone 15 Pro Max and Pixel 8 Pro
The iPhone 15 Pro Max has a triple-lens camera system with a 48-megapixel main (wide) camera that can be adjusted to three focal lengths, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens that supports up to 5x optical zoom.
The Pixel 8 Pro also has a three-lens camera system with a 50-megapixel wide camera, a 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 48-megapixel telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom as well.
Google and Apple cameras share many features, such as portrait mode, night mode, HDR, and more. But there are different software algorithms running in the background for different operating systems, which makes the results look distinct.
When it comes to landscape photos that show the sky. iPhone 15 Pro Max images look more realistic, colors are more accurate, and the sky and clouds appear clearly and in clearer, truer colors.
On the other hand, the Pixel 8 Pro often makes the sky look too blue, overexposing in some shots. Pixel images appear brighter overall, while iPhone images appear more immersive and deeper.
Images vary in color, temperature, saturation, lighting, exposure, and other factors. Images of the iPhone 15 Pro Max show colors more saturated, deeper and more vibrant compared to images of the Pixel 8 Pro.
For example, in the following taxi photo, the yellow color of the car was more saturated, vibrant and realistic than in the iPhone photo. While the Pixel 8 images were brighter and less contrasty. In the end, it depends on what you personally prefer, more saturated or brighter images.
Close-up photos
On the iPhone, the 5x telephoto zoom lens is limited to only 12 megapixels, and does not have a wide aperture like the main lens. So it is normal for the images taken with it to be different in clarity and colors. The 5x telephoto images from the iPhone 15 Pro Max and Pixel 8 Pro look similar in most cases. But the Pixel 8 Pro's image looks sharper; Because the images are brighter with slightly increased contrast compared to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Here is another close-up image that shows the difference between the two phones:
Here's another one:
The iPhone 15 Pro Max 5x telephoto lens excels in portrait mode because it can take pictures at 5x zoom. While the Pixel 8 Pro is limited to 2x zoom in this mode. The iPhone excels at the background blur effect. Even in portraits using other lenses, Apple delivers better colors, skin tones, and blur effect. However, at times, especially in low light, portrait photos from the Pixel 8 Pro may be better.
These are in low light:
Night photos
As for night shots, iPhones have always been a bit ahead in terms of a more natural, more realistic look. While the Pixel 8 Pro is brighter, it doesn't have the same depth at night.
ProRes video and image stabilization
In terms of video stabilization, Apple has always had the upper hand. The iPhone 15 Pro Max provides better video quality than the Pixel 8 Pro. Although Google has made progress in this area with its latest phones, Apple is still at the forefront. For professionals, the iPhone provides an option to record video with “ProRes Log” technology. It is a type of recording that provides a neutral image that can be modified using special filters in the final video processing stage.
Integrating AI features into photography
Google has added some advanced AI features to its cameras, which Apple can't compete with. For example, the Best Take option sorts multiple group photos taken and finds the best shot. You can change each person's face, switching from another face in the series so that each person is smiling and looking at the camera. Magic Editor lets you erase objects in the image, and uses generative AI to fill in the empty space. Audio Magic Eraser can remove unwanted sounds.
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Thank you for your article
And for the first time I say it, Google Pixel images are better than the new iPhone. Frankly, I am disappointed with what Apple is offering these days, and I will try hard to buy an Android device to try their system.
Because Apple's system is wonderful and difficult to do without
Hello Zoom 🙋♂️! It is no secret that the Google Pixel shines in the field of photography, but let us mention that things depend on personal taste in the end. Do not forget that Apple has its own capabilities in photography, which may be missed by some users. Also, if iOS is what appeals to you, it might be worth giving it another thought before making a decision. 😊📱💡
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Pixels are better in all the images above, regardless of the justification
The Pixel has a camera that is smarter than the iPhone and has added artificial intelligence technologies
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A little bit of fairness
Hello Muhammad 🙋♂️, we thank you for your comment and we appreciate your constant interaction. It is no secret that each company has its own advantages and technical developments. Pixel undoubtedly features artificial intelligence in photography 📸. However, preference always depends on the user and his personal taste. Here we seek to provide information in the best possible way. 😇👍
You are surprisingly biased in favor of the iPhone 😉
I think the contrast on Pixel devices is better than on the iPhone. But how do I increase the contrast on the iPhone?
Hello Murtada 🙋♂️, to increase the contrast on the iPhone, you can go to “Settings,” then “Screen and Brightness,” then “Contrast.” There you will find options such as “Increase contrast” and “Reduce white”. Try changing these settings until you get the desired look. 😊📱👍
In the field of photography, I see that the Pixel is relatively superior by a very slight margin, but I do not think that this superiority will determine the purchasing decision. In general, I hope that the Google device will develop in all aspects, including marketing, to become a real competitor to the iPhone, and in my opinion, it is the only Android device capable of that, and the reason is, in short, the company to which it belongs. Increasing the intensity of competition means greater development and perhaps lower prices, and all of this is in the interest of the consumer and even the interest of the entire sector
Hello Moataz! 😊 Your comment really adds an important perspective to the discussion. Yes, there may be a slight difference in photography between the Pixel and the iPhone, but it's the overall quality of the device that mostly determines the purchasing decision. And you're right, intense competition between technology companies ultimately benefits the consumer, whether through technological development or lower prices. 📱💰🚀
Google Photography is better in every condition
In all types of photography, Google Pixel has clear superiority in terms of lighting, details, more beautiful colors, night photography, and image accuracy.
I find Google to be significantly superior to the new iPhone, as Google is better at photography
May God bless you, I have been following the iPhone XNUMX for almost a while, but in silence 🫢😉, and I am a fan of the iPhone and Apple’s products and innovations, but today I couldn’t help but comment frankly 😃, according to what I saw by comparing the images, it is clear that the pixel images are better and clearer, regardless of the interpretation. Regarding whether the colors are saturated or bright, because I, as an end user, care about seeing a clear picture, and especially the pictures tonight, it is clear how much difference there is in the pixels. Frankly, I felt that Apple was very biased in this matter 😅, and frankly, I wanted to try the pixels. Sorry for the long post, and thank you for your follow-up and effort. I am a huge fan of these guys and this kind of work. May God grant you success.
Yours sincerely
My opinion is honest. Like yours, I was asking for the iPhone XNUMX Pro Max, but after I saw the Pixel XNUMX Pro, I canceled the iPhone XNUMX Pro Max and ordered the Pixel, and in principle I will still keep the iPhone XNUMX Pro Max.
I liked the Google Pixel 8 Pro photos
A distinguished report, as usual, from the iPhone Islam team, of interest to a large segment of those interested in the field of photography with smart devices