Although the presentation of the iPhone 16 Pro is still far away, rumors already show what we can expect from this model. The latest reveals a new addition to the photographic set of this Apple smartphone.
According to a report released by TrendForce, Apple is preparing to implement a new periscopic lens on the iPhone 16 Pro. This will offer a 5x optical zoom.
iPhone 16 Pro will have the same camera configuration as the iPhone 16 Pro Max
For the most attentive, this telephoto lens is not entirely new. In fact, it was introduced on the iPhone 15 Pro Max last September and, in 2024, it will be present on both Pro models.
Remember that this 5x zoom lens is exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro Max because it has a larger body capable of accommodating it. However, it is expected that the iPhone 16 Pro will also grow physically to accommodate this lens inside.
According to some rumors, the iPhone 16 Pro will make a small jump from a 6.1-inch screen to 6.3 inches. This will, naturally, translate into a slightly larger body, with more space for the incorporation of other components.
This extra space will be used by Apple to include its telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. In this way, the company will provide a similar photography experience to users of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
This decision will be beneficial for consumers. This way, they will not be forced to buy the most expensive iPhone to have access to the best photographic capabilities available on the iPhone 16.
TrendForce also looks at the market and how this decision by Apple will have repercussions on it. She believes that this measure will encourage other brands, such as Samsung, to equip their smaller flagships with better zoom capabilities.
It's still early for the official reveal of the iPhone 16 Pro, so you should be careful with rumors like this. However, given Apple's history, it is possible that this measure will be implemented.