iPhone 16: A Photographer's Review

[@Splackavellie85]

Thank you for being the first one to make an actual in depth camera review. Such a breath of fresh air in comparison to all the "iPhone 16 Pro vs. X phone camera comparison" videos where they do nothing but compare processed images from the main camera app and completely forget that you can actually do more with your camera than point and shoot.

[@vandorsx]

Love that you dedicated a significant portion of your review to covering JPEG XL.

[@stalman]

It’s not getting nearly enough attention

[@hacker_anonymous8491]

@@tarekith iirc it has both lossless and lossy options on the new 18th generation iPhones

[@tarekith]

@@hacker_anonymous8491 My bad, I thought the XL option was only lossless, didn’t see the lossy option to when I checked. Thanks.

[@asystole_]

The fact that they didn't bring this to at least last year's phones is BS though. There's no reason my iPhone 15 Pro Max can't shoot JPEG XL.

[@kermitrehab]

@@stalman yeah .. a game changer in my mind. ! thank you for making videos like this, someone that truly understands photography, not like most "tech reviewers" summarizing the checklist of new features.

[@dcny69]

Finally the only review that matters. Instead of all that endless KZbinr “commercials” we get.

[@bluewren65]

I watched one video where a woman was going through all the new features of the 16 Pro Max. She spoke so fast and moved so quickly across the phone that it was unwatchable. I tried to watch without trying to look on my phone for the features she was mentioning and it still whizzed by in an incomprehensible blur.

[@dantze]

Agreed. Like we don't need a 'reaction' or 'what photographer thinks' but without showing an actual photographer doing deep work with it, showing the before / after and some process like Tyler did. Compared to Tyler's other KZbinrs iphone 16 pro PHOTOGRAPHER review video on youtube seems lazy. You didn't felt inspired ~_~ End rant lol.

[@dustinolan1083]

iPhone camera reviews: "In Tyler We Trust"

[@masterdoge17]

*bust

[@jamesbooker6284]

Tony won’t be happy

[@JohnAliakiozoglou]

Always wait for this man's review of the iPhone every year to decide if I buy it. Most decent reviews.

[@ak_hoops]

You are actually the first person to show a more practical use of Studio mix mode vs. cinematic being good for on the street. Also the mentioning the quality of the 120fps footage! That’s a huge reason why I rarely use it on my phone, yea it’s slowed down but it looks pretty bad! So great upgrade

[@saca.technology]

Man you're simply the best at this! What a great review. Love it!

[@bluewren65]

Just upgraded to the 16 Pro Max after having an XS Max for the last 7 years. The camera is THE feature that keeps me with iphone. This was so informative. You have a sub from me.

[@ZeroYouOut]

You, sir, showed me the potential of the ip16pro camera better than most of those that compare it to the pixel and galaxy phones. Your channel deserves to step into the million subs club! Thanks for the quality content!

[@seecraig]

It's gotten to the point where as long as shallow depth of field isn't needed and you're not in a seriously problematic low light situation, iPhones are fine professionally. Remember there was a time when it was "professional video shooters don't use DSLRs" or, "professional photographers don't use mirrorless cameras." The nay-sayers say nay while competitors pick up more clients who appreciate speed, efficiency, and portability.

[@Siduch.]

Yea, only difference is clients couldn’t really tell when people switched to DSLRs, to them it was still a professional looking camera. And same with mirrorless. With an iPhone, clients are way less often willing to pay a premium when they themselves essentially own the same device. Maybe eventually it will get normalized, but it will take longer than DSLRs or mirrorless cameras.

[@ZDY66666]

Idk..my 16 pro max looks pretty terrible at even 3x zoom. Sensor doesn’t pick up details. Although I strictly use ProRes log 4K with external SSD, can’t speak for the other modes but if anything they shouldn’t be better in details

[@seecraig]

@@Siduch. Only an issue if you're shooting in front of the clients and even then, not all care. Many clients do realize they're paying for skills not hardware.

[@brookscurran]

@@ZDY66666because 3x isn’t a zoom it’s a crop.

[@seecraig]

@@ZDY66666 16 Pro? Perhaps you should be using 5x. 3x might be a digital zoom. Any camera has optimal settings.

[@ryans_life]

studio mode in the hotel room was insane!! Love the in depth look at the DNGs and color grading. Amazing video as always Tyler

[@GamerPalmSweats]

0:36 I truly appreciate when phone reviewers and content creators use only phones to film their phone reviews. It's a true test of what's possible. 🙏🏾

[@ironmanthegoat780]

This is an ACTUAL ‘photographers review’!! Delves into features and meaningful changes that (mostly) only a photographer would care about!

[@Anaaestheticsyall]

Tyler straightly and simply gives us the unbiased views on the facts we need to know. Thank youu so much Tyler. This is exactly what we needed. 😊

[@ioScala]

Thank god Tyler is doing these videos. He's in the minority of producing actually valuable insights into cameras and photography. Much appreciated - bravo 👏🏻

[@carlosarbelaez2007]

The review on the audio mix selection was mind blowing! You make a review so clear and simple to understand. Thank you.

[@JPSanders]

My favorite camera review each year! Great stuff.

[@kenadams3286]

Perhaps labelling this as an iPhone 16 Pro review would be better.

[@AnthonyTobi333]

I’m confused as well ..

[@Tetrathegod]

You can clearly see both phones , you are not the brightest I guess

[@vtscrogers]

100% agree. It was almost entire coverage of the pros

[@katies2067]

@@Tetrathegodno need to be rude

[@thomashrubecky1663]

⁠@@katies2067 Well said @katies2067… @tetrathegod's comment is totally uncalled for. He/She/They/It should learn some (polite) manners. It is right & proper that it's called out as an example of how *not* to engage in public discourse. Thanks @katies2067!

[@Sankew]

I used to shoot with an iPhone and I switched to a Sony Alpha for my Videos just because of the overall quality+lens options but the first video camera I always recommend everyone is the iPhone, there’s a lot you can always do with the iPhone Footage+the flexibility of it being with you everywhere and it being tiny I still occasionally shoot with my phone

[@Thekaiishi1]

soooo weird seeing square one mall in the background of your videos (mississauga local) and places that I walk on the regular. Your shots and colour grading make it look so much better xD

[@DaddyMaverik]

Was literally in the process of commenting to ask for an in depth guide for how you use and configure an iPhone for professional use and then you said you’re working on one at the end of the video haha. Looking forward to that video

[@dib85]

Thank you mate. I just got a 128 gb iphone and this advice on how to save space and dont loose quality is worth gold to me.

[@melgross]

I was waiting for this. One thing I’ve noticed about all the camera control portions of reviews is that while you can move the camera control menu with a finger on the screen instead of the button itself, no one seems to know that. Often, that’s a lot better. I don’t know why no one has realized that. I use my thumb for that. It takes a little getting used to, as does everything of value, but it’s worth trying.

[@priultimus]

1:16 the exact way everyone else should’ve handled this too! its not out, nothing to talk about, cover it later

[@M4NA5]

Best review I’ve seen so far. You made some compelling arguments for the 16 Pro, compelling enough to finally make me switch from my trusty 13 Pro. Just need to decide on the colour now.

[@ClipCode-official]

Natural Titanium is best, Mine will come next week. Desert titanium gave me more of a girlish look

[@Siduch.]

“Finally”? Your phone is only 3 years old. Lol ppl should start upgrading every 5+ years

[@M4NA5]

@@Siduch. I agree but for me I typically look for at least 3 reasons to upgrade. USB-C and Battery Life were the two main ones before I got sold on the camera upgrades on 16 Pro.

[@ApRiL3706]

@@Siduch.I decided to trade mine in because this is the last att will value an iphone 12 at 1k for the iphone 16 pro

[@DVinstapics]

I am yet to find one review where "studio" audio sounds better than standard. For me it's plain awful

[@thedelicatecook2]

Yes, I do not understand why it is not mentioned in most reviews. They always say it’s great and showcase a highly processed sound that does not sound great at all. I love the idea, I want this, but why do we just pretend it gives out good audio quality when it clearly does not.

[@djcerla_official]

Clearly much better in the room example

[@Lac0rte]

omg thanks for this comment lol i also think all sound horrible, and i was really excited for this feature till i see it in real world. IT IS TERRIBLE.

[@Christiangt]

@@Lac0rteprobablemente lo solucionen con una actualización

[@Lac0rte]

@@Christiangt I really don't think they will, so they can say 'better Audio Mix' in the next iPhone, unfortunately lol

[@WillzyxTheZypod]

I really enjoyed the detailed yet engaging presentation. Well done, as always!

[@joshuagraves3073]

It’s here! I kept searching “pro photographer iPhone 16” on KZbin since you hadn’t released a video yet, and this just popped up 🙌

[@andrewdove342]

Your explantions are the best especially the way you break down these more technical concepts to help the average user to understand more, thanks!

[@portraitonetelo1897]

Thanks for the suggestion on tweaking the tone values to a "sweet-spot". However, I feel certain photos go well when they are lower in contrast and certain would do better if they are higher in those contrast levels. It all boils down to the subject, environment and the detail your are trying to capture. Nonetheless, I'm very very glad that Apple decided to give these options/controls to its users and not make it into a cookie cutting process of a photo.

[@HeyItsShariq]

When does the iPhone 16 camera review start? It’s all pro!!

[@dragospahontu]

exactly...

[@dragospahontu]

Just a big scam

[@Nazenko]

I appreciate you highlighting the strengths of studio mode. I’ve seen several reviewers just take the phone into terrible audio conditions and show how studio sounds and… of course that sounds awful. Studio is meant just like you said to make an average environment sound a little more professional, like a podcast.

[@kcjd8659]

I asked our family photographer what she thought about spending the money for the 16 Pro over the regular 16. She said she likes the Pro camera. She was really impressed with how well night shots turn out.

[@Pinhotube]

Bro, the comparison with the leica shocked me, the difference between the normal vs dng files is what I've expected from a phone camera for years, my 14 plus may be replaced by now, as everyone said, we always wait for your reviews to make the decision

[@f__e__e__l__e__e__p]

Ciao Tyler, go to settings and change to access controls by swipe instead of light press. Greets!

[@Kingcommaalex]

I don’t even bother watching anyone else’s camera review for a new iPhone until I see yours

[@kuntang7876]

Always be able to learn the practical ways to use the latest camera features from Tyler’s review. Well done, thanks Tyler!

[@MrDaniserr]

Now this is a review, objective instead of whiny

[@timothylinn]

The audio mix feature seems like a gimmick. I’ve watched one review where I thought “wow” but every other demo has sounded like cheap EQ, this one included.

[@LeBeautiful]

The Tyler verdict is now IN!!! 📸

[@ryfojuan7114]

is this iphone 16 series had a problem like when you shoot a pic its results was different than the real scene? how to fix that

[@jcheung5145]

The Camera Control button is in a good place for my hand; I hold my phone with the bottom edge firmly in the crook of my thumb/index finger and my index finger naturally fits on the button

[@jaydanielstech]

Totally agree about Camera Control. Half an inch over would have been perfect, and at this point it’s best served as a dedicated camera launcher/shutter button.

[@storiestellr]

excellent work on JPEG XL, Tyler - and a damn fine review all around.

[@lordofbathurst]

I have a 16 Pro in Natural Titanium and the shots I took over the weekend in downtown Toronto have been simply amazing at night

[@olddogruffs9523]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Such a good review really focusing on what matters as a professional

[@alainding]

Do you see any big difference between JPEG XL lossless vs lossy? Why choose lossy over lossless?

[@craigcarlson4022]

Super helpful review focusing on what those of us considering it for photographic purposes care about. Well done!

[@DamienLavizzo]

iPhone 16 / 16 Plus is one of Apple's best designs in a long time. Love the two-up camera design and the color choices.

[@christopherbrown9205]

Awesome video, quick question, what are the best photo settings for someone not doing post production? I just want to shoot for fun and have the best image quality straight out of the phone. HEIF, JPEG, etc. Thanks!

[@LouisLuzuka]

The honesty 😮

[@jessmarie6709]

Just got the iPhone 16 that you were using with 2 cameras and love that you gave this review ❤

[@vtechead1]

Good review and video, but slow down when ‘pushing around’. I was getting dizzy trying to see the difference between the formats you were showing. Ended up freeze framing. Nice one though 👍

[@SamRommer]

Great review. Would love to see a comparison between 12/13/14/15/16 - your high level of production and understanding would be amazing to see.

[@Anotherdayanotherdollar473]

This review is one of the most professional reviews I ever seen. Please review the Ultra Samsung camera too next time 😁

[@thedufloth]

That’s a great review Tyler. Always looking for your videos. 👍

[@Muhammed.Yaseen]

The red carpet clip was mind-blowing!

[@adibrata6472]

The only KZbinr I trust in reviewing iPhone cameras.

[@nicoletiana]

I got the 16 pro in natural titanium 1tb. I filmed an unboxing and first impressions on my channel. So far this phone has been comfortable in my hands and the camera quality.... amazing!!!!

[@Gingy_the_cookie]

Nice to see you in Toronto with this review! Also refreshing to see some shots with the 16 Pro in my campus🙂

[@dennispr]

The one review to rule them all! Thank you

[@Amit_l92]

Great review and tips. Thanks Tyler.

[@TechOutAdam]

The ONLY camera review we need. 📸

[@mrghost1839]

Welcome to Toronto Tyler!

[@dwylhq874]

Been waiting patiently for this one. Thanks Tyler. 🙏📷😍

[@agambhasin]

This is such a brilliant video! Getting my Pro Max now!

[@TristanPope]

Thank god someone said everything about the button placement I have wanted to but haven't done yet. ONE Focus Group woulda solved this and if there is a mechanical reason it cannot be further down then don't put the button on the phone imo. Great phone overall, the button is a shame. ISO, EXPOSURE, and WHITE BALANCE as the three ONLY functions it pulls up, woulda been perfect!

[@szokatlan_szerep]

Feels like 15 pro was one of a kind. Best value for price STILL after 16 release. Guess why they dont sell it anymore.

[@sveeny]

Not a single word on how or why they locked the new Tones feature to the iPhone 16 and didn‘t make it available to people who paid 1000+ bucks just a year or two ago?!

[@MamboLui]

First time here and wow, you've convinced me to go for the 16 pro over the regular for shooting videos. New sub

[@Rkershaw1985]

Thank you Tyler. I really appreciate your perspective as a photographer. Loved the tip regarding undertones. 👍🏼

[@FoodTechLife]

I'm happy with my upgrade this year. I went from an XS Max to a 16 Pro. Now that the phone has log and can use it with my X-T3 😀. Looking forward to more iPhone content Tyler!

[@sophiyastudios]

wow, i am shocked by the macro mode! i have an iphone 11 and i can't believe the details you got on those leaf photos

[@randindondan]

This is a great video, very interesting and well done! Good job to you Tyler! Thank you for the tips, I agree with everrything you said as if these suggestions were objective and not subjective!

[@a1white]

This is so useful. Thanks for tips on how to get more “real camera” looking photos. The over processing and sharpening can be annoying on all camera phones. I’m hoping to get the new iPhone SE when it comes out and am hoping it has some of these features

[@Leopardipzg]

Can you set that -50 tone as default, without having to set it each time you open camera?

[@larswestrup5459]

go to your phone settings to camera -> preserve settings and enable "photographic styles" and it will remember the style you were in with the tone setting

[@C0TT0NEZ]

hey im gonna buy the iPhone 16 base model what do you think Tyler ?

[@plitt916]

11:16 i actually disagree on then”people,don’t shoot 120fps to view it that way.” Since iOS 17 I recently picked up shooting in slow Mo 120 frames per second and then removing the slow Mo element because it looks so much smoother on the promotion displays. Now that you can shoot in 4K 120 FPS, I haven’t even been slowing down the video. It just looks so nice and buttery smooth on promotion displays.

[@yeah493]

I could definitely tell the difference between the lossy and lossless. I had to pixel peep but if the difference is showing up through the youtube compression it clearly is quite compressed.

[@IsraelAvina]

Wish you still tested the new Pixel phones

[@crb456]

I would love to see a comparison of GPS accuracy - the Pro has dual frequency. My iPhone XR’s GPS jumps around by a few meters. This means that if go for a walk the track will bounce across the road and backwards and forwards. I use the GPS track to tag the photos taken on my Olympus MFT camera and it would be fantastic to have accurate GPS data.

[@carlosarbelaez2007]

looking forward to see next full review of the iPhone 16 pro !!!

[@Treborray]

I love that color!

[@R0drig0D1ga0]

bro, congratulations… what a review! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 that’s what we’re waiting for… no one did it that way ❤

[@nathanduarte_]

Been waiting for this one!

[@mcknackus4721]

I have been holding off on a true high end phone for a while for budget reasons, but now that I'm doing more video work I think it's inevitable I'll be getting an iphone. I think this review does a much better job than most on explaining how to get the most out of it beyond the default settings and tone features, and with that much flexibility I think the pro max is pretty much my best option. Thanks! :)

[@EggTamago7]

Welcome to Toronto! Appreciate the detailed look. I'm still really loving my 13 Pro Max, but I already feel like there's a nice accumulation of camera upgrades waiting for me whenever I do choose to upgrade in the future. I had no idea what JPEG-XL was about - I'll definitely need to transition to that when I can. As for "pros don't use iPhones"... lol. I definitely used photos out of my 13 Pro Max for real estate photography. Not exclusively, but sometimes it really came in handy and had just the right focal length or could really grab some extra dynamic range relative to what my a7iii could pull off. ProRaw is seriously good. Now that I'm back in hobbyist mode, the Pro iPhones are just spot on if you're the kind of person who enjoys photography and enjoys editing your photos.

[@andremartins27]

The review that I’ve been waiting for… 🎉

[@TwistedShrapnel]

Woo Toronto backdrop. 🤩

[@razielmcr]

Bro this is the best camera review for the iPhone I’ve seen. It truly made me realize what the 16s are bringing this year, got a little fomo tho

[@turtleppz]

What differences would I see if I used JPEG-XL lossless vs lossy?

[@classic_cinematic]

I don’t make any new iPhone upgrades until Tyler releases his review

[@afriant3065]

a truly professional review from someone who knows what he's reviewing. cool 🎉

[@kriszhli]

Saw a bunch of "photographer's review" but no one else actually compared or even mentioned JPEG-XL vs Raw!!!

[@ssaaffuu]

tnx Tyler for letting me be that guy who preaches about formats

[@Critterfer]

Thanks for the review. Is jpeg xl lossy good for someone who wants to print their photos?

[@stalman]

Absolutely, it’s the best way to shoot if you plan to print. But keep in mind you need process the photo in some way to see the benefits

[@Critterfer]

@@stalman thank you. Aside from the smaller file sizes, what makes it the best way to print? Sorry, that's my last question. 🤣

[@seapanda-117]

I have slowly come to prefer you and Flossy Carter over all other reviews. You cover intricacies and details of video and photo capture the best and he covers average usage the best. Thanks for the video. 👍🏻

[@blackcatooow]

oh man i had no idea all these camera features were introduced with the 16 and are only on it… having just bought the 15 pro for the price of the normal 16 i’m having some buyers remorse

[@ExecutiveGoth]

Hi! Wanted to double check, is the ProRaw (or the suggested file types) only available on the 16 pro? I don’t seem to be able to have the options on mine

[@runcmd1419]

Great in depth camera review!