Camera Quality Comparison: iPhone 11 VS iPhone XR!

The iPhone 11 is a huge step forward for the device's cameras. We compare the iPhone XR versus its replacement, the iPhone 11. That includes the new ultra-wide lens, NIght mode, selfies, slofies, and so much more.
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[@AllenLu]

I am still proud having XR

[@pepsiadvertisement8733]

Allen Lu in a 1 hour how much does the battery waste?

[@eller8993]

Hi-Meh 2 hours I have wasted 3 % (iPhone XR )

[@crasidreamable]

have fun with ur 720p display

[@pepsiadvertisement8733]

E L L E R bruh in 2 hours I wasted 10 percent

[@pepsiadvertisement8733]

scooby snaxx I got 1080p don’t know what you mean bud

[@EdRo1900]

I think it has more to do with a person’s ability to take a decent picture.

[@PulasthiKeragala]

Goes true for everything. I've been shooting everything for my channel on a low end very old phone and they come out pretty okay

[@ajranario2709]

I like the coral color in XR and the purple in 11. If you are an XR user, there's no reason to upgrade. XR is still good. Serves its purpose.

[@crazy87lx]

Lmao no way the XR did that bad. This is definitely exaggerated.

[@samueljames657]

Roderick Thomas why would he exaggerate. They are both Apple products

[@RemmyMusic1]

@@samueljames657 because the phone specs are the same besides the ultra wide on the 11. A hundred other reviews show the XR and 11 take the same shots besides night mode/portrait/ultra wide. Regular shooting is no different. This review made it seem like the XR has a 5s camera.

[@HeavenSevenWorld]

@@RemmyMusic1 Pre-11 low light shooting capabilities are pretty shitty on all iPhones.

[@ogindianspice]

Monty P even if the sensor specs are mostly the same, the ISP in the A13 enables newer/better software features and algorithms to take better pictures. same way many low end phones have the sony imx363 camera sensor (same as a pixel 3/3a) but don’t take the same quality pictures.

[@HeavenSevenWorld]

@@ogindianspice Specs looks the same, but the sensor is definitely not the same physically, it's about registered photons and not computations - pre-11 iPhones are more than capable to handle any photo related computations, but software fix doesn't exist.

[@TheSalonLife]

thank you for this helpful review!!

[@win-j-boncballera8366]

I just compare my xr to 11 to apple store and xr seems better in camera

[@kcguitar9307]

*HOW?* I Have both and the difference is at night

[@saifbhai3171]

Kya sahi me bhai

[@kcguitar9307]

@@saifbhai3171 no... I have both and I seem to like the 11 *A BIT* more

[@juicypears5466]

how lmao iPhone 11 camera looks WAYY better than Xr

[@kcguitar9307]

@@juicypears5466 no the main camera is similar

[@iFuff]

Can we talk about how cool the purple against the orange color looks

[@Yasin_2312]

iFuff i know right. I love pastel colours on the 11

[@bjornlothbrok3604]

Xr and 11 have the same camera its just the 11 has an extra ultrawide camera that allows u to use portrait mode on other objects and take ultra wide shots thats it

[@choisoobin4094]

iPhone XR gang wya

[@tajahnae2675]

Sadly I’m finna upgrade in 58 days 🤡✌🏻

[@tajahnae2675]

But right here

[@Camilavvm868]

Not anymore

[@zacharyallen4825]

iPhone 11 now lol

[@gringa23]

Ayyyyy!!!

[@ooshaunteinreallifeoo__1693]

I love how the iPhone 11 purple looks with the coral color XR. I bought my sister the iPhone XR coral and I hope she loves it when it comes in the mail. 🤗🤗❤️

[@Kailann.s1]

Did she like it?

[@geminilove8323]

That’s super sweet of you, I’m sure she loved it.

[@andre-arthur]

I like that extra photo taken for correcting the other photo you took

[@Camilavvm868]

Love the 11!! Camera is amazing

[@kukumbagumba2264]

Great comparison 👌👌👌

[@mushroomgirl05]

I'm here with a Samsung Galaxy s2 ... Slower than grandma walking

[@abbymarie1367]

Lmao i have the s7 rn. Hoping for a Christmas update

[@kunedune4782]

@@abbymarie1367 i had the s7 but i got the iphone 11 for Christmas, im so happy i got a better phone then a piece of junk

[@JariloVII]

Nokia E63 here

[@AinishGhost]

@@kunedune4782 Bruh I have the Samsung s7 and I really want the Iphone 11

[@viktoriamertens3601]

Park Jimin's wifey Me too. I think it’s still okay because I have only got it 2 years ago. The only thing that really annoys me is the battery. But I think I‘ll wait until the 2020 iPhones are released because of the price decline

[@RomanM803]

I took a Portrait mode on a iPhone 7 Plus and it really good. Yes my xs is better but the 7 held it’s own.

[@sevillem5343]

I miss my 7 plus compared to this xr. Would gladly have it back

[@RD-kr1kb]

@@sevillem5343 why?

[@sevillem5343]

Russell Holder the camera is trash

[@RD-kr1kb]

@@sevillem5343 dude are u that fucking stupid? the XR camera is better than the iphone 7 plus u twat. stop speaking out of your rear.

[@dotarachi_1]

Russell Holder bitch relax

[@farhanmarco7827]

I like the photos captured on 11. It definitely has a better camera. This is coming from XR user, but I have no desire to upgrade to 11.

[@ankitankit2972]

Which camera is better can you prefer

[@riipjosh]

If you use Hallide or focos you can bypass the no human portrait mode thing for the XR.... you have to realize that it’s entirely software when it comes to that.. I can take amazing photos of objects in portrait mode using this said apps

[@davidemascia3432]

As someone who used both Iphones, I agree think the 11 is better. Clearly the Xr is a cheaper version and is older, so that’s pretty much why. Also, the night mode is OP

[@andrewkluepfel7650]

I gave up my XR 4 months in simply because of the camera. It was absolutely horrible on both default camera and Snapchat. I had a 8 plus before I got an XR so it was a huge downgrade camera wise. I traded it in for a 7 plus and have been using my 7 plus for 2 years now.

[@milkyway6497]

Are you good bro?

[@mekhaellaster9217]

I compared my xr camera with iPhone 11 and It was so clear xr camera is much better, I am also surprised because iPhone 11’s camera is like android phones.

[@nadinemirna1017]

I’m planning to buy the iphone 11, any advice on a better phone?

[@user-ze5ll7yr1s]

Lmao have you triend all android phones? Feel free to search google pixel.

[@wllngtnjhnsn]

Where can I get one of those stands for the my XR (@ 1:12)?

[@victorchico7768]

Some of my friends are saying that their iPhone 11 has android quality pictures

[@diegoryna]

It’s true bruh I have the 11 and this shit sucks

[@lifewithkix2890]

Same

[@Ijbolivia]

DON'T DISRESPECT ANDROID. you aren't wrong you're just DISRESPECTFUL

[@victorchico7768]

Michael Jackson HEHE AOW Yo chill, sorry we didn’t know it was that time of the month for you

[@yamunagurung]

Same😢

[@patrickwoehrer]

I'll get the XR from my carrier because it is much more discounted than the 11 & not that much worse 💪 I just hope that I don't run out of the 64gb (only version available) like I did on my 7 32gb which is something like 1 year old. Offloading apps is just a pain in the ... 🙄

[@kikogong8814]

In the A...?

[@tichiadealmeida8370]

So which one is better? Give me suggestions

[@worawatsr9803]

Camera is pretty much the only upgrade from XR to 11.

[@susantabibian1701]

Worawat Srisawasdi and the a13 chip

[@SunshineFL]

Nice

[@sharonabak3987]

Could've labeled the images. Your right or my right? drives me crazy cause cant tell which is which

[@jasajasa711]

Same here

[@olasogaolu7011]

Just a quick one: if you take a photo in the dark (with the flash), does it appear alright on these phones? Also, does the night sight feature use flash or not?

[@jrobbw]

Compared to Night Mode, photos taken with the flash look pretty bad, and no, Night Mode does not use the flash.

[@adiposerex5150]

I just took a picture in my windowless powder room, no light at all. It looks great. It flashed very brightly. I have iPhone 11.

[@AppleInsider]

The flash makes the images look a bit harsh. Night mode didn’t use the flash

[@carlosbarross]

Night mode can't use flash!

[@UntouchableRD]

Purchased an 11 after owning an Xr. Preferred the camera on the xr. Actually thought the saturation made for better pictures. Wide angle is good though. Performance of the 11 overall is worth the extra money for me.

[@gayispunk]

So having an XR should I upgrade to 11?

[@UntouchableRD]

@@gayispunk I would just get a 12 tbh

[@niepokornytyp]

Apply pay you for this comparision? No differences.

[@darkobelonic4757]

Im using Nokia 1999

[@MM-fs4vn]

I have iPhone XR I love my iPhone!

[@sumanbaral3403]

Your right or my right?

[@Benzinewagen]

To see a difference in quality, you probably need an iPhone 12

[@Gabrielfromearth]

just in case anyone is wondering but 7MP is way better as a front cam than the newer iphone 12MP its looks like android quality

[@kshiprajoshi5320]

For ultra wide images you can buy accessory camera lenses nor a big deal

[@rodawaday3757]

I am using i Xr right now lol 😂

[@MM-fs4vn]

Roda Waday mee too just bought it

[@sheldonwhite4960]

Roda Waday me to I have XR

[@rodawaday3757]

Lol ty for the reply !!!!

[@jordangilyard5478]

Product red iPhone XR I love it

[@antonioschiavone433]

Jordan Gilyard I have it too! It’s Lovely🙃

[@bobrdobr3734]

When he is editing photo on 4:07 it's the same image that was originaly captured by main camera, not wider one, get a closer look. Besides, even if it wasn't, the quality on the wide camera is still worse

[@AppleInsider]

Incorrect. As you can see when it straightened out, the wider image is outside the crop. That is the wiggle room you have to adjust the photo slightly without losing quality of the main image.

[@pinkcat1166]

you are honestly very cute, glad you included yur face :D

[@JustCallMeDope]

I have the 8 Plus, and it's a solid ass camera, very similar specs to the x/xr, only reason it doesn't look as good is because the x/xr have better screen resolution. Point is, the 8 plus is solid enough 🔥👌🏻😎 Just saying that cause i still have the 8 plus 🤣

[@xdtony650]

JustCallMeDope same

[@MM-fs4vn]

JustCallMeDope same here I’m loving my xr

[@worawatsr9803]

XR has better camera than X.

[@JustCallMeDope]

Worawat Srisawasdi yup, also if you compare specs of the camera not much has changed. Slight differences, the usual haha

[@JustCallMeDope]

xdtony 🙏🏻

[@user-zs6wd8kf5y]

Can anyone tell which one is better im going to buy one but confused

[@sophie58]

i come from the future which one did you buy

[@user-zs6wd8kf5y]

@@sophie58 yeah u really are from the future. Im having 13 now

[@yabsgamer4360]

I'm upgrading from samsung s8 plus to iphone 11

[@taylorkrushinski563]

how is the camera quality on the 11 cause I don't know if I should get the xr or 11 and does it have a good front facing camera

[@pa584]

My photos are coming white while I use back flash how can I correct this problem?

[@zacharyallen4825]

I'm exited for the 11

[@zacharyallen4825]

I got it now yay!

[@theavengers6338]

Ok get out

[@andrashid2215]

Thats why I use Nokia N8,

[@nashvillepsycho]

Can I have this gorgeous purple iPhone 11? You can keep the XR.

[@kukumbagumba2264]

No u can't get a job

[@nashvillepsycho]

@@kukumbagumba2264 I have a job but I don't get paid enough.

[@kukumbagumba2264]

@@nashvillepsycho bůh a Samsung... I have the iPhone 11pro max I upgraded from Samsung Galaxy s10+ it's not worth it use your money better

[@nashvillepsycho]

@@kukumbagumba2264 I've never used an iPhone in my life, just dreamt about it. I hope one day I get my hands on it.

[@kukumbagumba2264]

@@nashvillepsycho honestly you are not missing out on anything... It will just trap you in the ecosystem that will dig a hole in your wallet. But it's your choice 🤷

[@tanisha8985]

but didnt the normal iphone x already have 2 cams?

[@karetpecah]

I think. Iphone 8 Up. Is great Camera. Dont confused.

[@KJ-vu2wd]

mtm CEPAT speak English

[@kevincamino1095]

I can tell apple took the iphone xr camera and added another one

[@SamelyFit]

How is the camera quality on snapchat on the iphone 11

[@gregwiggins8207]

BlazeLee Xrel its still got that smooth effect not the bext tbh. Becaus i own iphone 7 and 11 iphone 7 has way better front facing camera compare to 11. But 11 has got a really good rear camera on snapchat :)

[@rummanamahmood5720]

i have an xr and a 11 and the camera on the xr is way better than the 11 as the 11 one has more of a android look to it

[@lagishettiethindrababupadm3530]

Which one will choose iPhone xr like iPhone 11 comment and also tell which one you will choose youtuber

[@x_xcvz7091]

Tbh I really like how this iPhone 11 looks but idk witch one should I get iPhone 11 or the xr help please!...

[@Trizz532]

I bought the xr over the 11 Tbh the xr is better than the 11 👌❤️

[@x_xcvz7091]

@@Trizz532 thank you for replying ..means alot

[@Trizz532]

I don’t like the camera at the back it’s just weird... I like single lens more...

[@23loveair]

iPhone 8+ is definitely still a powerhouse 😴

[@ilynerosemagno8488]

Upgraded from iphone xr to iphone 11...

[@amanoberoi8034]

Love my 11

[@taylorkrushinski563]

how is the quality on both the rear and front camera

[@ajantica]

I love my XR over my husband’s 11.. huh😑

[@Ptdrere]

Switched from longtime samsung user to iphone 11, its heavy, boring and i only like the camera , going to use jailbreak to make it better when it gets released for ios 13, any information about jailbreaking cuz im new to the whole thing

[@Neesha242]

Jessy Mor yeah Apple is just simple... On Samsung you can customize your phone a lot... I think Jailbreaking causes a little errors with your phone.. That's what I always hear, but I'm not for sure

[@Hej123ol]

Sooo iPhone XR or iPhone 11? Who is best?

[@Trizz532]

Xr ❤️ it’s literally the same design but different cameras...

[@gggatwas9613]

Watching on my blue xr

[@righto4740]

the worst colour 🤢

[@thenarrator1464]

Watching this on iphone xr

[@v31.48]

I’m very happy with my XR. Got it yesterday.

[@primeproduction5783]

The grainy photos camera quality was so bad on the iPhone 11, I returned it the next day, very disappointed with Apple, I like their iPads and Mac but their phones are not worth the high price, and the cameras are worth nothing from my experience. My wife has the iPhone 6 and the camera was never that great, but still better than the iPhone 11. Did I get a defective product or are others having the same issues?

[@andrewkluepfel7650]

Mine was like that on my XR I turned in. The 7 plus camera was so much better. It was so buggy on both the default camera app and even worse on Snapchat

[@tial6812]

I just got an 11 yesterday & I feel like it’s a grainy view I feel like it’s an Android unless I use my flash & it’s pissing me off

[@voltairetutor304]

TIA M Bro ur not alone. I spent a whole lotta money for this phone yet the camera sucks ass!!!!!!

[@jasajasa711]

True the selfie photos are grainy

[@tinygypsy3707]

Everyone was super mad about the skin smoothing in the cameras. Does anyone know which iPhone has the strongest skin smoothing? Lol I’m disgusting and actually prefer the smoothing effect.

[@nevx7416]

11 has better smoothing :)

[@KimzYt1]

Yeah iPhone XR IN 2021

[@mollies13]

My camera the camera is not that good

[@eyalsluk]

Bullshit!!!I have an Xr and he takes much better photos even in low light!!!

[@yasin9973]

Xr fans like here❤️

[@nosphethomahlobo3060]

Me watching this on my Samsung galaxy j1

[@itgirl_kenn]

The 11 will always be better than the xr

[@Neroshot]

booo i don't support this hit piece on my XR

[@dark9708]

Hit piece?

[@florence1129]

The 11 is the bomb 😫❤️❤️✨

[@aaaaahhhhhhh815]

Florence Akingbehin are you having any issues with your camera? for some reason the quality on mine sucks

[@florence1129]

Anna H lol I don’t have an 11 but from what I’ve seen I don’t think there’s a problem with my friends camera

[@sal6077]

what is use of flash light in iphone 11? 😂

[@ICEMAN24824]

Samsung note 10 better camera Samsung better battery life 4000 and fast charger in box Samsung more storage 256gb Samsung a better buy 👍👍👍😅😅

[@mraleks9473]

About camera you’re false

[@krazy388]

It doesn’t hold up it’s value tho like apple does, in three years a Samsung can go from 800$ to 300$ but and iPhone could go from 800$ to 600$ in the same amount of years

[@docorwhatever2168]

It’s so expensive for a Samsung I mean if I need to pay all that money I shall spend it on an iPhone

[@sohot99]

Korean phones are garbage.

[@farisariffin8188]

1:13 they’re not even that pretty

[@gamerbro2820]

This guy just likes the 11 better bruv

[@Rammmm55]

I think this person wants to compare xr with 5 and according to him winner will be 5

[@delanotownzend752]

11

[@pedropacheco1715]

the worst comparison since christ

[@chinaaaaaa]

How come on the XR you can’t take pictures of pets yet on the X you can

[@HS-lz8wy]

iphone Xs has two cameras

[@HB703_]

Just Got An XR Today LMFAO aka Black Friday

[@susantabibian1701]

Ravonie Sidbury why not eleven

[@HB703_]

TabibMaster I honestly didn’t wanna spend the extra 200-300

[@susantabibian1701]

Makes sense that’s the reason I didn’t get the pro wasn’t worth it

[@HB703_]

TabibMaster what phone you have? The regular 11?

[@susantabibian1701]

Yeah

[@SOZA214]

Where my iPhone 11 gang at 😎

[@MakimaDog]

ayy

[@win-j-boncballera8366]

Jose Sosa xr

[@casseyruby6367]

Just got the 11🤪

[@felipecorreavieira374]

Iphone is shit overpriced