iPhone 17 camera updates: front cam, Pro telephoto & model breakdown
Apple’s iPhone 17 line brings notable camera changes across the board: a new high-resolution front camera for all models, a major telephoto upgrade for Pro models, and targeted improvements for the base and Air versions.
Highlights
- All models: new 18MP square-sensor front camera with Center Stage — easier group selfies, 4K HDR ultra-stabilized video, and a more natural vertical grip for wide shots.
- iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: new 48MP telephoto sensor (56% larger), all Fusion cameras now 48MP, and expanded optical telephoto zoom from 5x to 8x via a tetraprism lens. New video tools: Photonic Engine, ProRes RAW, Apple Log 2, genlock, and Dual Capture (front+rear).
- iPhone 17 (base): Fusion Ultra Wide upgraded to 48MP; still limited optical telephoto (2x) compared with some rivals, but improved detail for digital zoom. 4K60 Dolby Vision with Cinematic & Action modes and Spatial Audio features.
- iPhone 17 Air: single 48MP Fusion Camera with a large quad-pixel sensor for low-light, optical 2x telephoto, Bright style, and the same 18MP Center Stage front cam.
What this means
Selfie and video quality get the biggest universal boost thanks to the new 18MP square Center Stage sensor — easier group shots without rotating the phone and better front-facing video. Pro users gain true telephoto improvements and pro-level video capture options; base and Air users see sensor and software gains but fewer optical zoom capabilities.
Want to read official details or shop?
Official Apple page: https://www.apple.com/iphone-17/
Search on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=iPhone+17&tag=f1rede-20
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Source summary based on recent coverage and manufacturer’s specs.