Telephoto Lens on iPhone

The iPhone's telephoto lens is one of the cameras with the pro models. Thanks to its longer focal length, with this camera, you can take stunning and professional-standard photos.

Before delving into the iPhone's telephoto sensor, we recommend learning about the importance of the iPhone's other two cameras: Main, wide-angle, and ultra-wide-angle. After reading this article, you'll be an iPhone camera expert!

How to use Telephoto Lens on iPhone

What is the telephoto lens on the iPhone?

More advanced iPhone models, such as the pro models, have three rear camera lenses: Main lens, telephoto, and ultra-wide-angle. The iPhone’s telephoto lens lets you take perfect portrait mode shots and zoom in and out to get your desired image.

The iPhone's telephoto sensor gives you an "optical zoom" that lets you take photos at different distances that look just as natural as those without zoom. Zoom in as close as you want without compromising quality!

Which iPhone has a telephoto lens?

The telephoto lens is currently available for the following iPhone pro models:

So, was the iPhone 11 Pro the first iPhone to come with a telephoto sensor? While it was the first iPhone with three built-in cameras, other models like the iPhone 7 Plus or iPhone 8 Plus have the x2 telephoto lens.

Below are two photos taken with the iPhone 14 Pro; one using the x2 and the other using the x3 telephoto sensor. It’s incredible!

How to use Telephoto Lens on iPhone

What is a telephoto lens used for?

The iPhone's telephoto lens can be used in various situations. Imagine you're at the beach and spot a cruise ship in the distance. Do you want to take a full-quality photo of it? Then use your iPhone's telephoto lens, and you'll be blown away at how sharp the shot is.

As a tip, bear in mind that this sensor isn’t that bright, so its perfect for taking pictures during the day.

Also, check out to know which iPhone has the best camera here.

When should you use the iPhone’s telephoto lens?

To take portrait photos of people, framing them better with the image background.
To take photos of landscapes when it’s hard to get up close.
To make videos or use different modes such as: Cinema mode or panorama mode.

Now you've seen what the telephoto rear camera lens on the iPhone Pro models can do for you. With the pro models, you can only take advantage of this lens's detailed zoom quality. Show off to all your friends with photos taken by the iPhone's telephoto camera!

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