iPhone 12: A Photographer's Review

[@stalman]

I forgot to mention that the colours of the photos have been tweaked using my Lightroom presets stalman.com/presets My next video will be about photography apps, what do you edit with?

[@samiyamow9023]

Snapseed

[@itscameronbloom]

VSCO and Snapseed!

[@YannickReid]

VSCO, Darkroom, Lightroom Mobile, RNI films has some really rich presets as well. TouchRetouch. Shoot with Moment Camera and Halide 2

[@LeonidAuerbakh]

You also forgot to mention the horrific ghosting that's clearly visible in almost every low light photo and video you showed.

[@CoproMadness]

Pixelmator on IPad

[@MikeKirkham]

Love how you remember that most people aren't coming from last year's model when upgrading - really appreciate the comparison with older models than just the iPhone 11!

[@timifrco1]

I can relate to this, since I still have my 8 Plus performing just great, I must find something really differentiating to do the upgrade. Thanks anyway, I think I will wait for the 12 Pro Max or even next year's iPhones.

[@watchreport]

@@timifrco1 you don’t find significant improvements from the 8 plus to the 11 or especially the 12? It’s like night and day!

[@timifrco1]

@@watchreport Nearly every person I know can't tell the differences in a blind test. Additionally, I shoot mostly with daylight, that makes it even harder to tell the difference in some environments in a smartphone screen. That's why I usually update my iPhones in a 3 or 4 years interval. But I admit, I already feel the need of being able to shoot good photos at night time. Looking forward to see the 12 Pro Max improvements, because I still think night mode is somewhat better in the S20 Ultra and the Pixel 5. Cheers.

[@OmarZ77]

@@timifrco1 same I have the iPhone X and will still not upgrade to the 12. You can still get as good photos with the X or 8 if you know what you’re doing But more importantly, I have my mirrorless camera for seriously improved photography. PS - No 120Hz refresh rate is definitely a turn off as well. They’ll probably include it in the iPhone 13 or something, so I’d rather wait for it.

[@OmarZ77]

@@watchreport the 8 plus is the same sensor as the X, and honestly, the differences are negligible as this review shows, e.g. 6:48 Or at least the differences are definitely not worth $700 for the upgrade.

[@PointsPointers]

Just want to say I'm 39 seconds in the video and the quality, the visuals and everything about this video is so far incredible! Great job man

[@MOKROGULSKI]

Agree!

[@nickbotfield]

It's such a good thing that you're comparing it to the X! Like you said, not everyone upgrades their phones every year. I always look forward to your take on things Tyler and this didn't disappoint.

[@finerbrighterlighter]

lol. Forget X. I would be upgrading from 7 plus.

[@TechOutAdam]

@@finerbrighterlighter Oh bless your heart... it's time. I've noticed a pretty big difference from the iPhone 11 with my iPhone 12.

[@katharinaschweigert25]

Exactly!!! Im upgrating from 6s.

[@BlazevicJosip]

Exactly! I love that he used X as an additional comparison.

[@Reyalegro]

Upgrading from 1st gen SE haha

[@indymogul]

We can't WAIT to see what the 12 Pro Max is capable of!! Wonderful video Tyler. Seriously a ton of effort went into this and it's not lost on the viewer. A really amazing and comprehensive review. Keep it up!

[@stalman]

Thanks so much guys, it means a lot coming from you!

[@jayrolopez]

The fact that you compared the 12 to the X is huge for a lot of reasonable updaters. Thank you!!

[@johnsr1975]

Most of these videos on KZbin try and explain the camera differences using comparisons, but forget the majority of us (like me) aren’t that photography savvy and fail to highlight the differences in an easy to understand way. This video makes it easy to contrast and compare and compare just by simple use of circling and pointing to the differences and good explanation. Brilliant video. Thanks Tyler

[@Mu3azOsman]

Great review! lucky that ya'll found the photography club and we are as well for seeing such beautiful photos

[@sarrieeldin]

منور يا زول

[@homechoicehk]

I am waiting for iphone pro max =D

[@Mu3azOsman]

@@sarrieeldin نورك ياعمنا

[@AuthenTech]

Great review Tyler! Very comprehensive

[@Peahnuts]

ALWAYS loved your takes on the new iPhone ever since the iPhone X video, it's so rare to hear these kinds of thoughts from professionals with such a great understanding of colour and visuals.

[@mavieurminita1661]

WOW. Great review. I finally decided to get iPhone12, from iPhone6 it’s gonna be huge upgrade 😄

[@NedaMAlam]

how is your new iphone12? i am confused between 12 and 12 pro :((

[@Mrnook.1]

@@NedaMAlam get the 12. 12 pro isn't worth it unless you get the max

[@waliansari9467]

Getting the 12 next week. No regrets besides price lmao.

[@MarekSzulen]

Wondering, if you will notice same thing as I do: when using camera app on both (12 and 6), the 6 have .... better screen refresh. I mean the preview from the camera on the screen is less jitterry when you move your phone.

[@ashleytspans]

Out of all the reviews of the new iPhone 12, yours is the only one I care about! Always so much care and detail thrown into your reviews that it’s an actual pleasure watching them 🤙🏻

[@gadgetmatch]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thanks for making it!

[@ritwik84]

By far the best review on the camera’s. Excellent quality. Brilliantly explained. Love that H&M hoodie.

[@ScornIIx]

Absolutely the best iPhone 12 review so far! Great job!

[@ArafatKhan]

You've done a superb job explaining all the technical details around the camera; Thank you for synthesizing all your professional work experience in a pretty understandable manner for regular folk. Kudos!

[@Babett_B]

Best review out there, thank you, Tyler!

[@vor7jahren251]

Chill

[@MalcolmleonardChannel]

Agreed

[@dylanc6174]

@@vor7jahren251 stfu

[@devinisabell1]

Thanks for being the only youtuber who really shed some light on the 12. Everyone else just talks about the pro and how it’s so much better. And it was in depth and informative.

[@BarbaSouEu]

02:48 *f/1.6

[@StimpyOfficial]

ikr

[@ShevonSalmon]

lol this guy always somewhere making corrections

[@whywouldyousaythat2648]

kkkkkk vc tá sempre corrigindo os outros

[@rherteux]

One of the best comparison videos I've seen so far, thank you! I would like to add that the iPhone 12 is noticeably lighter than the 12 Pro so for people that care about weight, there's that.

[@TristenHernandez]

Very clever idea keep developing it! I think you’ll have a lot of buyers! Do you think you can incorporate a gimbal?

[@BarbaSouEu]

just to clarify: if you are using capture outside the frame that means you are NOT using deep fusion on iPhone 11 Pro

[@avi_g]

Is that the same thing for the 12 too?

[@ctran1955]

omg LOL thanks for this comment i would have never known!! 1 year later, i finally am using deep fusion

[@stalman]

I totally forgot about capture outside the frame! Such a cool feature but deep fusion is more important

[@killerXover707]

Is that the same with iPhone 12 ?

[@alejandroislas4803]

@Michael Chan Don’t worry about it. The iPhone 12 has Deep Fusion on EVERY camera, so the ultra wide, wide, and the front facing camera all have it. It was only on the iPhone 11 that you’d need to worry about “capturing outside the frame” because when you did that, on the iPhone 11, it would be using the ultra wide and the wide camera in sync, and since the ultra wide didn’t have deep fusion, deep fusion wouldn’t work. But with the iPhone 12, it works on every single camera :)

[@SokKeiLao]

I think people tend to undermine how impressive Apple is on pro and hobbyist photography. In general, tech reviewers tend to focus on the technology behind computational photography, rather than real life results. I love how Tyler reviews the iPhones as a photographer’s POV to share an in depth look and it’s a great reference for people who uses iPhones as their main shooter, like myself. Definitely looking to upgrade to Pro Max (although not a big phone user myself) as it looks to promise the best results. Can’t wait to see what Tyler thinks of the Pro Max next month!

[@stalman]

I know I’ll get a lot of hate from Android fans but it’s just true

[@tomdong455]

Hey Tyler! Your review has by far the best mixture of technical, practical and example info! And the fact that you're at cgy makes it much more special! So glad to see some good cgy youtubers out there! Hope to bump into you some day. BTW, that snow stormy day, I was chilling in the Fish creek park, lol.

[@AntiGummy]

Seen many reviews, and finally found the one answering the questions I had. Thanks!

[@giosanpedro]

Google better make the Pixel 6 especially good next year ('d be coming from the 2 XL), because more and more, Apple's direction in photo/videography for the iPhone is becoming harder to pass up, and your review isn't helping my cause (and Google's) haha. Awesome review man!

[@abdullahemad9457]

yes please this will push apple even further to ship an even better camera next time

[@elda1337]

pixel 5 uses still the same sensor as the pixel 2. even with that sensor its nearly on par with the iphone 12. and the nightmode is far better because of the ability to have 4 minute long exposure (astrophotography). when the pixel will use a good sensor next year, it'll blow away the competition

[@sprayartist8459]

@@elda1337 that's a hard if, Google's phones always leave something to be desired.

[@elda1337]

@@sprayartist8459 yea thats sadly true. but i think this year they got at least the essentials right and the camera is pretty good (because of googles software)

[@ssaini5028]

@@sprayartist8459 so does every manufacturer especially Apple

[@russt4779]

The fact that the iPhone 12 brought that classic iPhone 5 design was all I needed to upgrade from the XR. The camera and video quality and the Hardware was all just icing in the cake. 🤙🏾

[@SudeepSD]

Tyler your composition game and the overall effort in every video ! Oof. Especially this one man. Loved it brother ! Such an inspiration !

[@Everardo10M]

I think the iPhone 12 Pro Max might be the one to wait for! As always, love the in depth reviews!

[@zamirahmad35]

@Jonathan Cesari next friday

[@MickiMinach]

I always watch your iPhone reviews because you always got great footage!

[@MedWithSheikh]

Genuinely one of the best reviews I've seen on the new iPhones vs the "old" ones! Can't wait to see more Tyler!

[@charliex666able1]

"There is no dynamic range outside." hahah

[@homechoicehk]

OUTSIDE, XD

[@angelac8216]

this is amazing! i've been watching a bunch of vids to decide but this has been one of the most comprehensive and easily understood explanations. Thanks for making it!

[@Thomasrabben]

I could watch this kind of review all day long! Great job with the mix of photography and video in the review👏🏼

[@elseeda]

Dude your vid confirmed my want for the 11 to 12 upgrade. Subscribed. Thanks.

[@raar9510]

Hands down the best review on the internet

[@Averdein]

You did a better job of showing the upgrades of the camera than apple! Especially in the medium indoor light scenes

[@ebrahimosman8590]

Getting the 12PRO in feb upgraring from 8s . Getting as a Bday gift

[@tamim.a]

Thanks for adding the iPhone X !!!! Helps a lot

[@IainsTheName]

Absolutely cannot wait for this King to get his hands on a 12 Pro Max 👏🏽

[@jordanjosic9459]

Best iPhone 12 review seen! Awesome work Stalman! Excited for the 12 Pro Max 🔥

[@JimmyRooney]

Just upgraded to the iPhone 12 Pro the other day from the iPhone 8+. Huge improvement! My new iPhone will probably be my beginner vlogging setup for the foreseeable future 👍 Upgraded to the 256GB storage.

[@catherinedesrochers]

Indeed, one of the best reviews on what matters the most for the majority of the users: the camera 👌

[@JuliaHaggartyMusic]

Incredible, invaluable content. Your unique take on a phone review as a photographer answered all my questions. Also love how you compare to so many gens because the average person is not upgrading all the time! Subscribed!! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@brayanschroeder]

Great review Tyler I'm looking forward to your 12 Pro Max review, especially because I want to know the impact of a 2.2 vs 2.0 aperture on the telephoto lens

[@maggenlove]

Your production quality is top notch. So fun to watch!

[@StetsonDoggett]

Fantastic video! Well articulated and with excellent examples. Thank you for taking the time to compile this and share your thoughts!

[@pocahoiiitas1578]

This video is beyond review. It's art!!! Love you man! hahaha

[@leonylias]

The aperture comparisons with professional Canon cameras was super helpful. Great review :)

[@michaelfox6820]

Very educational! I'm looking at this with iPhone 13 just coming out. I used to be an iPhone user; I switched to a Samsung S9 a few years ago. Now I'm ready to upgrade; the only reason being to get a better camera. Your video helps me to understand what the various lens dimensions and other phone camera features do. All the better because you are based in Calgary (from someone who used to live there).

[@VactorVerse]

How do you pronounce 'bokeh'? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2Glo5looZ2MqcU

[@kingofkutz214]

Excellent review .. would love to see a Pixel 5 : a photographers review

[@Mistygio]

iPhone 12 still sucks compared to the pixel 3 lol. I’m disgusted at Apple right now.

[@kingofkutz214]

@@Mistygio I think picture quality pixel is better... Video quality iphone is way better....

[@BernardWalter]

Tessoro Desoto he said, it doesn’t really matter if they’re good (or advantages they have) and it’s a big difference. iPhone is both solid, and popular - thus is a standard in photo industry. And I totally agree. You see, phones like Samsung tend to use heavy processing to achieve good looking photo. Which is nice if you want that look. Pros prefere to do those adjustments and color corrections themselves, so they can make most of iPhone photos, and not, say, pixel photos (it is such heavy edit it’s basically irreversible). And apple totally recognize this and respect - thus ProRAW! A special node to pro creators. I even dare to say, if you want compare iPhone photos to android you should clic “autocorrection” for each photo you take, so iPhone can retouch it, the way android does without asking. And because android does this involuntarily it can be really annoying... like “face smoothing” on Chinese phones, or “skin whitening” on Samsung. And googles high contrast look is pleasing for the eye it’s actually opposite of what pro wants - look like footage looks out of, say, red camera before color grading... log etc.

[@joshknowles2871]

@Tessoro Desoto I'm with you man, I looked back at his videos and saw no android reviews. Honestly, I use the Note 20 Ultra and my vids and pics come out more natural than other phones, but I miss my pixel 4 because it was the easiest point and shoot. I think the iPhone is the laziest way to shoot on a phone , because the pro mode I have takes time to set up. I understand why that is, however anyone who tries to compare, I always shut down when I show them my pics.

[@paolocarreon8329]

@Tessoro Desoto Almost every pro photographer I personally know and follow prefers iPhone photos and videos. Like what the other guy said, the iPhone photos have a more "flatter" image compared to the MAJORITY of Android photos. This gives the user more flexibility or adjustments on the photo when editing it and this is why a lot of people prefer the iPhone's images especially Photographers. Sure some of the post-processing stuff that happens to every photo on Android phones looks pleasing, but it is most appealing to the general/average user. But some of these post processing stuff can be irreversible when editing it (This is from a personal experience with Android phones). Even the majority of influencers who use their phones to take photos and videos are using iPhones for the same reason (I already explained it). Also, app compatibility and optimization. For some reason, Photo editing apps just work so much better on the iPhone and can handle iPhone photos well. I also tried this before on my Android phone and my friend's android phones and sometimes the image quality tends to degrade after editing (especially on Samsung phones/photos). "This guy is making you think iphones are the best phones PER most photographers, and even worse, trying to make you think the 12 is way better than the 11, when at the end he disclosures that he used that program to enhance the shots." -Now, he is a photographer. This video is clearly not intended for average users who just take photos and post immediately and that's it. Most professional, beginner or even hobbyist photographers edit their photos and this is one of the reasons why I subscribed to his channel instead of relying on camera reviews by tech channels because they don't really answer most of the questions on my head regarding the camera and image quality. Most of their reviews are made to fit the general public or average users. Both Android and iPhone cameras have significantly improved and we are already at the point where we choose phones based on which fits our preferences more. Pixel's photos have their charms especially with contrast, but when it comes to having a more "editable" photo, it is the iPhone.

[@thecoolestchicken603]

U seriously deserve a sub and a like, nice and comprehensive, i am not a tech expert at all and i still understood everything, good luck to you

[@muhammadridhuanadlimohdrid2639]

Just found about your youtube channel and god it is one of the best channel iv’e seen so far(My oppinion tho) keep up the good work bro looking forward to see more of your vids!!!

[@ciaraaaus]

Watching this with my iPhone SE (4years with me) but I’ve finally decided to upgrade to iPhone 12. Thanks for this video! I was really looking for a specific review about it’s camera and this convinced me enough to buy one lol

[@NateRockmans]

Bought my new iPhone last week and am lovinn it!!!

[@nhmanutd]

Hello, can you please make a playlist about mobile photography. I love your videos :)

[@Isichan94]

Great review! This was exactly I was looking for as I am considering which phone to buy and I am specifically interested in the camera performance. Thank you!

[@rezkat6]

as someone who cares basically exclusively about a phones camera this was a really useful review.

[@IsolestiK]

this is exactly what i needed, i am no pro photographer but i just wanted to make sure that iphone 12 pro is right phone to go for.

[@BonaDeum]

Cannot wait for your 12 Pro Max review🤩

[@ScottEdwards]

I love this phone so much. Its mad what you can get out of a phone now! Yes its not perfect at all but there are times when choosing a phone works better than a real camera like shooting into direct sunlight. The iPhone is ridiculous for that! I made a video comparing it to my Canon M6 Mark ii :) Thanks for the great content!

[@adamdittrichone]

Great and refreshing review Tyler! Really goes into many aspects others reviews don’t. Thanks

[@Bama_Rick]

Awesome video! The HDR really amps up the light flare from the fixtures. During the video portion vs the 11 Pro looked much better to me while filming.

[@ontheboardapp9127]

It definitely looks good as outdoor vlogs.., although I still prefer my Canon R, the small factor and good quality camera is tempting !

[@TEDSHOTTHAT]

Yes even i noticed how great it is in low light. Much brighter. I can only imagine what the max is gonna do

[@loganrunaways]

Always great and informative. Been waiting for your 12 content on the camera!

[@usamahjacobs9203]

istg this guy does the best camera reviews for iphones

[@aayushgambhir8416]

Fricking finally! Amazing review as always. Can't wait to test the phone out myself.

[@CallMeDaniPro]

This was one of the best reviews I’ve ever seen, really enjoyable and complete about the cameras. Keep it up! 👍🏻 😁

[@samarthnavpute7326]

Loved the details you gave about the camera!

[@JP-oq8db]

I couldn’t wait for your Pro Max review. I’ll head to your podcast after watching your vid I’ve been a big since you just started on YT 🙏 thank you!

[@ChicoteMusic]

And they didn't fix the lens flares like you were hoping for. I have an Android atm. I'm wondering if I should just buy the iPhone 11 and wait til they fix that lens flare next year. My decision will be made when you send out the pro max video. Thank you for the info!

[@stalman]

Yeah the flares are still crazy this year, I really hope they can figure them out soon

[@danieltan5991]

My current favourite iPhone 12 camera review

[@emotionblur7214]

Good review! One wish for iphone13: in portrait mode, limit the depth of field also between the camera and the subject, not only behind.

[@perrry_ho]

One of the best reviews that I've stumbled upon.

[@ArtIrwin]

Excellent! I was so close to ordering a 12 Pro, but now I’ll certainly hold out for that larger sensor and who knows what other goodies in the Max! Thanks very much.

[@davidocasio3732]

They really need to do something about the weird dot flares. Originally saw it in the Verge’s video too and thought it was super distracting.

[@MarcoSportelli]

Honestly I do not remember the last time I subscribed so fast to a KZbin channel. Very well done, nice pace and clean content. Keep it up! P.S. Reddit brought me here

[@gusttavoo]

I had to pause at min 5 just to comment that I’m disgustedly amazed and in awe of your video quality review. You def. got my sub. 👍🏼

[@KE4YAL]

I’m not a reviewer nor pro person I just really like tech I try to get the top new iPhone every year I really love to take pictures good pictures an don’t like caring my big DSLR camera so the 256 12 Pro Max is what I’m going for my kids or grandkids are always needin a better iPhone Great video thanks

[@Itzatez]

You can use Filmic Pro to use 10 bit SDR video. :)

[@jakubpla]

Bump👌🏻 great video for 12 pro buyers in 2021 🤘🏻

[@berendhol4060]

Some people say one+ cameras are best or huawei, finally someone who knows something about cameras covers this

[@vijaykova4990]

Randomly watched the video but loved it

[@Hashir_Janjua]

Great review man ! 👌

[@asheagbi7544]

I am a photographer and I want to upgrade my iPhone 6s to either the the iPhone 11 Pro or 12 but I haven’t been able to decided because of the cameras. This video is very helpful, I am getting the 12.

[@asheagbi7544]

Got the 12. I don’t regret it 😁

[@jeriekae]

Thank you for making this review. I’m really glad youtube recommended it. I like how thorough it was and the comparisons were a great help in narrowing down the pros and cons. Stunning video!

[@GrilledChickenRamyun]

Got my iP12 yesterday 💙💙💙💙

[@baskorosuryaputra1925]

Great video. Your videos are always so beautifully lit and shot. Best iPhone 12 camera review I’ve seen.

[@MuhammadIrvanHerviansyah]

AWESOME REVIEW, I will stop looking to other photographer's perspective review. THIS IS IT

[@zt9233]

Tyler any chance you’ll look at a note 20 ultra? I would be interested in your characterization of its quality and flaws.

[@sachenpillay9718]

what I have noticed in HDR pictures on most smartphones is that, there is a white lining around the subject sometimes, especially with humans and is normally like that with pictures of people, in the picture at 9:47 seconds in the video you can see a slight white lining around the subject

[@R0B711]

Great Comparison! 11:50 Will there soon be phone cameras without those reflections? They were very distracting in some scenes, but afaik all smartphones have those.

[@ShayaanAzeem]

Had been waiting for this!! 😁 The shots look awesome and the video is Great! 👏🏼

[@parafan22]

The opening shot of the video when you first show the phone do you have that colorful background as a wallpaper? It looks awesome!

[@stalman]

It’s the default background on the 12 😁

[@parafan22]

@@stalman no the rainbow wall behind your phone 😂

[@HiFiInsider]

So should people turn OFF HDR in video for now?

[@MrJAE288]

Any idea when you’re doing a comparison between the 12 pro max vs the regular pro?.. would love your input .. thanks

[@StarWarsJay]

I love your mic. What one is it mate?

[@omgeeitsmelodee]

This was super helpful! I loved seeing all the side by side comparisons of the photos taken from different iphones