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Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 models will feature Sony's latest state-of-the-art image sensors, according to a report.
Compared to standard sensors, Sony's image sensor doubles the saturation signal in each pixel and can therefore capture more light to avoid underexposure and overexposure. Nikkei claims, for example, that it is able to capture a person's face better, even in strong backlighting. Sony uses a semiconductor architecture that houses photodiodes and transistors in separate layers, allowing for more photodiodes. It's unclear whether all iPhone 15 models will use the new sensor technology or whether Apple will limit it to the higher-end "Pro" iPhone 15 models.
iPhone 15 series: Will Apple consider all models?
Currently, rumors suggest that the iPhone 15 Pro will have several exclusive features not available in the standard iPhone 15 models. These include an updated A17 chip, a faster USB-C port, more RAM, and, most importantly, updated zoom camera technology. Apple is working on a periscope telephoto lens that will enhance the iPhone 15 Pro's optical zoom capabilities, enabling up to 10x optical zoom, rivaling some Android smartphones on the market. The Sony image sensor technology described here will likely be used for the wide-angle camera, which Apple considers the iPhone's "main" camera, as the company typically uses different technology for each lens. (Photo by Chetroni Daniel / Bigstockphoto)
