iPhone 15 Pro Max vs 14 Pro vs 13 Pro: Camera Test Comparison!

Should you upgrade - or save your money?! How much has actually changed over the years? This is my detailed camera comparison test of the iPhone 15 Pro Max vs iPhone 14 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro! Let's compare photo and video, new 5x zoom capabilities, improved Action Mode, new camera app updates, low-light night shots, audio samples, slow-motion, and more. (This video is NOT sponsored. I purchased all iPhone's myself.)
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Chapters:
0:00 Should you upgrade?
0:18 Photography and new 5x zoom
1:32 Max vs NON-Max
2:35 Low light
2:51 Is video the same?
3:28 Ultra wide 4K
4:09 Great news!
4:45 Action Mode 2.0?
5:29 Slow mo
5:45 Low light video
6:01 New camera app updates
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[@seb1things1]

So I ll keep my 13 pro max

[@Oceanwave_2510]

Me too

[@immortal4942]

I'll keep my 12

[@Frank_D7]

same, 13 pro max rocks

[@AJ56]

There’s literally very little difference between the 13 and 15 pro max, except the 5x optical vs 3x optical and 2nd gen sensor shift stabilisation.

[@CBtheMechanic_]

Same

[@4.7m_views]

Finally somebody who knows what they’re doing with comparisons. This video is highly needed. Really goes to show that Apple just did software adjustments rather than mess with the camera hardware (aside from the extra zoom lens). Thank you man. Video came out perfecto! Saved many of us thousands!

[@AuthenTech]

I'm so glad it helped, thanks!

[@royalladin5276]

The 13 pro max is the best iPhone ever made. I hardly see any difference compared to the newer models. In addition, the battery of the 13 is much better than that of the 14 and 15. Unless you find dynamic island and the action button valuable, I see no reason to upgrade

[@seb1things1]

I find the noch beeing not so in the screen as the dynamic island. Basically now that island is more intrusive in the screen than the noch. So no thank you

[@Frank_D7]

@@seb1things1 , agree that's why i will not upgrade, notch is less instrusive

[@Ikeret]

how can be the battery life better than 14/15s?

[@seb1things1]

@@Ikeret just is.

[@c2ccontracting47]

@@seb1things1I went from 14 pro to 13 pro max and I love the less intrusive (for me) old notch.

[@a_pav]

Thanks for not wasting my time with the intro. Respect earned. Subscribed.

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Excellent Was waiting for this 15 pro max vs 14 pro ...everyone else was doing comparison with 14Pm..,saved me a 1000 bucks

[@Mr450pro]

Great test. I have seen other tests and to me, I liked the 13pro pictures the best. A little more warm and natural pictures to me.

[@RomanM803]

Love my 13 PM camera honestly still can go toe to toe with the best.

[@tonysoprano655]

Alpine Green 13PM best phone

[@2kphotography]

@@tonysoprano655 I'm on the same. And loving it.

[@Tsepz]

Yeah, still enjoying my Graphite 13 PM😄 I was tempted to go 15 PM but as I am watching these comparisons, more and more I am wondering if it’s really worth it.

[@neilmcguinness4422]

​​@@Tsepzwait until thermal and throttling issues are sorted by Apple on the 15PM before even thinking about one.

[@Kloverkill]

Upgraded to a 15PM but only because my 13PM starting failing out of warranty. Would have been more than happy keeping it going for a couple more years, we're at the zenith of a "law of diminishing returns" curve right now with iPhones, or most flagships for that matter. 9 times out of 10, I cannot see any notable difference in photo quality with the 15PM over the 13PM. I will say that night mode is improved (but I believe that happened with the sensor upgrade in the 14PM) and the 5X zoom is fantastic for outdoor shots and capturing animals at a distance.

[@pineaplehead5020]

Your comparison videos are 🔥🔥🔥

[@preno5158]

Wow😮 Thanks for the Comparison Video, watching from the Philippines❤

[@MarcRicos]

Really unbiased, fair and realistic. Good comparison!

[@ShanHe-pf7ct]

Thanks so much for comparing three gens side by side. Then I am settled to iphone 13 pro, just purchased a iphone 13 pro and wondering if any need to upgrade to newer gen. Seems 13 pro is excellent for me, no need for action mode or some fancy functions.

[@animart9630]

Great Video again

[@Pequin1000]

Perfect reviews.

[@shadow7423]

Thanks for the video. The Xperia vs iPhone 4K video. 👍🏽

[@dibakardas9329]

Loved your video. You got a sub brother. ❤

[@alsappasal9640]

thanks for the video. I was thinking of changing the 13 pro max, I see no need

[@portraitonetelo1897]

On portrait (1.21min mark), I felt the 13 pro did a better job. Whereas the 14 and the 15 especially, gives the impression as of you've suffered a sun burn. 😬 And yes, would love to see a comparison between the 15 pro and the Sony Xperia 1 V.

[@fewofmyfavoritethings]

Loved the indepth comparison and good focusing on front camera too, most (men tbh) skip reviewing that as if it’s not important for literally everyone in the modern world haha thanks 👍🏻👍🏻

[@axelsteinbiss2877]

Thank you for your wonderful and informative video! I really appreciate all the work you put into it, this makes my decision on buying an Iphone and if so, which one, much easier!

[@sosorin6351]

Awesome video, watching you since go pro hero 10 came out

[@deepcoolclear]

Thanks for legit straight up review. Will hold on to my 14 pro, differences are too negligible, will see how the google pixel 8 delivers as a backup

[@erikahewston3282]

I just upgraded from an iPhone 8 Plus to a refurbished iPhone 13 Pro the other day. So I have been watching A LOT of tutorial videos... this one is the first I found that was helpful the entire way through! I have been trying to decide if the camera was messed up or not (since it isn't new)... this helped show me what the main cameras are supposed to look on the 13 Pro, thank you! I am wondering if you have anything that shows more examples of the 10x-15x zooms/how to utilize the 13Pro to get closer detail shots?

[@dabzdaay7315]

How about the Zoom In / Zoom Out of the Front Camera of the iphone 15 Pro Max? can you please show us the front camera if there is a zoom in and zoom out.

[@sharkracing071]

I know this video is a little old but thank you so much for being real with your review. Most reviewers talk about the smallest difference in hdr or grain in photos and make it sound like a 1 or 2 year old phone is just the worst but you really let people know that it’s really not that much difference. I will keep my iPhone 13 Pro for a little longer.

[@gabrielcostanovaes9328]

the best comparison so far, thanks for this video. It's insane that the Iphone 13 Pro still rocks!

[@natkhan13]

Happy that you make this comparison. I'm totally satisfied with my iPhone 14 Pro Max ❤ there's no difference at all

[@karanmadhavi]

You are just trying to convince yourself that you don't need 15 pro max 😂

[@jeffreymichael1784]

You're right @natkhan, there's not much of a difference. Kinda regretting buying ip15 pro max.

[@squiddyword7224]

@@karanmadhaviWell yeah. There’s no reason to upgrade this year. The updates aren’t really that impactful

[@lucaswild]

Amazing comparison 😍👏🏻

[@AuthenTech]

Thank you 👍

[@JPsTechReviews]

I shoot a lot of video reviews on computer and flight simulator hardware and pretty much stopped using my R7 camera, and started shooting with the iPhone 13 Pro when it first launched, now I have the iPhone 15 pro and love it. Very little setup is needed plus the camera has great video quality, with a good microphone and a little editing in post I have a video on KZbin that I am satisfied with. Thank you for your content.

[@harishpiano]

14 pro camera is rock

[@ImGoinForABimble]

Great video, save me a fortune, I nearly pulled the trigger and bought a 15 pro, I’m just going to keep my 13 pro

[@techme061]

great video comparison, hit's all the questions i had about upgrading from ip13.

[@calebisapanda3147]

dont do it wait for 16

[@VenilaRice]

thank you for doing this brother. you just saved me a bunch of money. keeping my 13

[@albibushi3006]

Thanks for the video.

[@Samuel-wh4yt]

Theres ans app called Motion Cam Pro ,it can shoot raw video on android Could make a video about the app and test it against pro Res on Iphone?

[@LaAbogadaRodriguez]

Thank you! Great comparison video. Please do a comp. With the Sony !

[@Cal2749]

I picked myself up a 15 pro in the blue titanium and it’s amazing. Zoom is just unmatched, but probably not needed for everyday use

[@itsangelbaby6521]

What model was your last phone? Was it worth the upgrade?

[@kramshiron]

Zoom unmatched on iPhones..not others tho.

[@usercs_2682]

@@itsangelbaby6521if you using 12 pro, yes. If you are using 13 or 14, probably not.

[@cbenson513]

Appreciate this comparison. Keeping my 13 Pro. I may switch to one of the new Android flagships for 2024 or hold to see if iPhone pro (non-max) gets the 5x zoom next year.

[@lasma.a]

Best comparison 👍🏻

[@GreatBeyond74]

15 Pro warms your hands better for the winter shots

[@c.daubz.5386]

👍👍 comparison review

[@rodimousa9503]

Thank you ❤

[@0202377]

The best comparison I’ve seen so far! Awesome job, man 👍 Will keep my 13 Pro until something a lot better comes along

[@AuthenTech]

Glad it was helpful!

[@espedale]

Much rather have the 13 pro max. The new 5x lens means that when you are using anything less than that 5X lens, it is all cropped 1X! And the iPhone 13 Pro Max has a much better (warmer?) color profile. Why isn't the team at Apple pushing the envelope?

[@foetor]

Nice! Thank you so much! Exactly my question if I should upgrade from 13Pro to 15 Pro Max

[@AuthenTech]

Glad I could help! What did you decide?

[@foetor]

@@AuthenTechafter watching your video I think I will keep my 13Pro for one more year and will wait for more improvements for the camera 😊

[@uchichaobito607]

You should upgrade to 17pro max

[@Mikivli]

I found an issue with the iPhone 15 pros front camera on launch day compared to my 13. Pics after processing got darker and grainy nothing close to what you see is what you get like on the 13. seen Apple forums and Reddit people also saw this issue. have you? Has it been fixed?

[@TimKeh]

Thanks for this comparison video. Without shooting in Pro Res Log, the 15 Pro video looks identical to my 13 Pro. Guess I'll be keeping mine for another year.

[@DATOVILI]

You think the 16 gonna have big upgrade ? 🤔

[@OlehAndrievsky]

@@DATOVILI in the 16th there will be no big changes, but then a rumor will spread that from the 17th they will change the design and in the end there is no point in taking 16 and we have to wait for 17 and so on in a circle🤣

[@usercs_2682]

@@OlehAndrievskymight as well just wait for the iPhone 20😂😂 it will definitely be a big upgrade

[@sanjiyan13]

Guess I’m keeping 13 pro for now. Thanks for the comparison!

[@hardikkumar4964]

Include the 12 too and you’ll be amazed to see how similar the pictures look at 1x,0.6x

[@Solstare]

I’m keeping my 13 pro max for at least 2 more years. The slight differences in camera, ram, battery, and processing speeds aren’t worth upgrading. Plus the sierra blue is still my favorite color they’ve ever released.

[@teej4743]

Thanks so much for this comparison I am going to get the 13 pro it will suit my needs!!!❤🎉❤🎉❤😅😊

[@paras_omta001]

Hey i have iphone 13 pro so imm still confused should i upgrade or not 😬

[@haroonbhatti2270]

Excellent job

[@AuthenTech]

Cheers!

[@GG-eh4fu]

Thanks, just canceled my Nov 6 shipment!

[@ElBoyoElectronico]

Finally a unbiased and honest review. I am still very happy with my 13PM and feel no need to upgrade anytime soon. I am also a huge photography fan and since I am saving up for a proper supertele lens (used ~7k) for bird photography, I need to make sure not to waste my money on marginal upgrades in other places.

[@theinfinate]

thank you for being a remedy for GAS! I will stick with my 13 pro. The log on 15 is tempting but apple releases changes in tech on trickle feed. Im pretty sure they have already designed the iPhone 18. They give small but big enough updates to want to update but in reality there isn't much difference. If we dont get sucked into the hype that is

[@definitelynotanitalian108]

Bro what...apple did a software update and thats it...brand new 1200$ phone😮

[@definitelynotanitalian108]

I know about minor changes and the 48 mp on 14-15 but its not that big of a deal to me

[@MrInternationalSound]

Wow incredible job… thank you for your comp. Same phone new price lol

[@AutumnBlair]

Slightly less excited to receive my 15pro upgrade from my 14pro 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@Thepublicaccount]

The lens flare is what is stopping me from upgrading they should have that figured out I never had that issue on my old iPhones.

[@neilmcguinness4422]

Indeed. It is still too intrusive on the 15 Pro Max. The very first camera reviews of the device were shouting from the rooftops how this had been fixed at last. Anyone who ordered the device on the basis of these incorrect reviews was simply misled. As every other review since has shown.

[@Thepublicaccount]

@@neilmcguinness4422 my iPhone X and under never had that issue

[@zama2086]

keeping my 13 pm then for another year, no big difference

[@abitofguys0112]

What's that case on the 14 and 13 pros by the way? It looks really nice

[@tompsu9536]

the 15 pro max really shines compared to 15 pro when it's at 5x zoom, since the digital zoom is the same on both. So when you compare a shot on pro max in 5x vs pro in 3x and post zoom.

[@Austinite333]

Just upgraded my 12 to a 14 pro max. I got a good deal as compared to a 15 pro max. Nothing really wrong with the 12’s camera but I am enjoying both the raw 48mp and the portrait/telephoto. Very impressed with a night shot I took yesterday and this is from one who uses “real😅” cameras. P

[@usercs_2682]

@@phakyouyes, I upgraded to 15 from 12 pro max. Very noticeable different especially taking photo at night

[@SauliusJ29]

I'm still happy with my iPhone 13 pro max Graphit 512 gb 😊

[@mrb3991]

HI Thanks for the video , I Upgraded my iphone 13 pro 128gb, to a 15 pro max 256gb , cant wait for a bigger screen👍

[@RussianPlus]

sticking to my 13 pro for now

[@AminYoma]

I have 13 Pro Max. It's a next series killer. Very happy. l'll still wait for the 16 or 17 or even 18 until they show REAL and not marketing improuvement.

[@nahidvlog3184]

which one is best 12 pro max & 13 pro?

[@anubhavsolankey]

Planning to upgrade from 13 Pro to the 15 Pro Max. I believe 2 yrs upgrade cycle hits the sweet spot of resale value

[@danisantos3255]

agree. only reason I'm upgrading from the 13 pro to the 15 pro (and new battery).

[@Lolllllllllllllllllllzzzzzzzzz]

First of all bro ik it wouldn’t make much diff but the pro models of these three are even more similar but the pro max is a little diff so yeah

[@AndreaArlo]

Still have my 11 pro max and I won’t still change it. Just put a new battery and everything is perfect now. I’ll wait another year

[@syoung20001]

The modems in the 11 pro’s were absolute garbage. The network speeds are night and day between an 11 and a 13

[@AndreaArlo]

@@syoung20001 yeah ok fine. But it’s working fine so I’ll save money for the 16s next year.

[@squiddyword7224]

@@AndreaArloRight. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Phones should last as long as you want it too. I won’t upgrade until my phone wasn’t getting any more updates.

[@pedroaltosmandos9191]

tengo el 13 pro, y voy a comprar el s23 Ultra. Gracias!!

[@nesaujour7848]

My God....the 13 Pro is keeping up easy with the heavyweight 15 pro???😂

[@rishabhjoshiofficial6056]

I just jumped from 12 mini to 15 pro 😍 #Hellyeah 💀. Thanks Ben

[@user-hd2jo9qz4j]

Can you do the same comparison between Samsung S21U . S22U and S23U - it will be iteresting to see

[@baronhartono6613]

S21U and S23U is a huge jump, especially in video, i have both the phones and tested it

[@user-up2ci8cz9v]

15 pro smart hdr 5 could’ve been an ios 17 update.

[@tenisansay7132]

Apple is making a huge mistake by upping the rate if the pro and marketing it as the 5x for the new rate

[@UnlimitedUtopia]

For this test . I'd like to refer the spiderman pointing meme

[@glamourbywajeeha8082]

I’m happy with my iPhone 13 Thanks for the video 😊

[@nicanorarengh]

I wanted to upgrade to 15 pro too but i see no much of a difference in 14 and 15 so Im gonna be sticking with my 13pro only perhaps i might consider to upgrade later 3-4 years when its gonna be lighter like the 10XS or10 cause this phone weigh a lot to hold when you’re watching video on your phone while laying on a bed

[@anon2414]

1:01 came from the pixel. I hate how you need to manually switch cameras with 0.5x when using macro shot. Pixel switched flawlessly

[@Lightcode]

Hey 13 Pro Max users - what is the difference for you on the daily of the max? Besides the pro other than is bigger? Is the video better? Do you get more options?

[@dccoletrain]

I’m going to have to stick with my ARRI Alexa as my everyday carry video camera….

[@manulovesjesus]

Dude portrait mode never worked on ultrawide.

[@anilpirwanii]

did you say Pixel 8 pro in the end haha?

[@oliver_arata]

great video ありがとう😄

[@joshuvaantonio]

Why is nobody talking about the 5x potrait mode? Its so wonderful and insane

[@anifuntech3836]

You might be included 15 pro instead of 15pmax

[@apshotsnep]

the video i wanted to see

[@ProTeslaVolt]

Amazing video, I’m literally in the store and you saved me $1200😂

[@Akhi_Tech]

Compared with Xperia 5

[@rishabhjoshiofficial6056]

Hey Ben if I have 2 choice.. 15 plus and 14 pro max . The for which one I should go ?? Thanks in Advance ❤

[@koorighorbani3480]

Are u kidding ?! 😅 Surely 14pm

[@rishabhjoshiofficial6056]

@@koorighorbani3480luckily I got 15 pro 😝😝 Thanks Bro ❤

[@kakwildan1296]

Im android user first try the iphone 13pro. And its preety amazing! Now i use both android & ios

[@PositivitysDust]

I'm from xs max it's still healthy 92% batt health for 4 yrs already. (Wanted upgrade for memory and camera improvements). I wanted 15 but maybe should I wait to 16 right? or should I get 14 instead but kind of behind? Thoughts?

[@childishduke]

Get 16pro max bro once

[@reda497]

Take city shots that are difficult

[@theodorevelentzas1065]

stick with the 13 pro

[@SUMIT-FROM_OD]

Iphone 13 vs iphone 14 vs iphone 15..... please make a video 🖐️🖐️🧐❤️

[@gpcouto]

I see almost no difference to the 13 Pro...

[@DimaCerevaniPK]

Do iPhone 14 pro vs iPhone 15 pro please

[@mkab007]

s23U laugh at iphone 15pm zoom part 😂

[@deckhead33]

Everyone laughs at you for not having an iPhone 15 pro max 😂😂😂