According to a recent study, Apple intends to differentiate the iPhone 15 series between the 'Pro' and non-'Pro' versions by implementing some additional changes. However, it appears that certain improvements, such as those related to the camera, will also be included in the more cost-effective models. The study suggests that the primary sensor used in both the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will also be included in the regular versions.
A primary 48MP sensor is being added to the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus.According to Jeff Pu, an analyst at Haitong International Securities, the 48MP sensor that will be available for the more expensive models will also be available for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. According to MacRumors, which broke the rumor, the new 48MP lens on the most recent models is expected to have a three-stacked sensor that has the ability to capture more light, enhancing image quality.
Although there are expected improvements in image quality, Pu warns of supply chain issues related to the stacked sensor technology that may result in low yields, potentially causing production delays for both the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. As a result, customers may experience longer waiting times. However, if the regular iPhone 15 models are reported to use the same three-stacked sensor as the 'Pro' versions, wouldn't this also indicate that Apple could face production challenges for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max?
Since the study did not explicitly state this, it is likely that the two iPhone classes each utilize a unique lens that is purchased from a different supplier. Aside from that, it's likely that Apple will only include the upgraded video recording features in the 'Pro' devices. We must not overlook the fact that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus lack telephoto lenses. We predict the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max to immediately create images of superior quality because the A17 Bionic includes a dedicated image signal processor (ISP).
Rumors suggest that the A16 Bionic chip will be integrated into the regular iPhone 15 models, which will undoubtedly enhance the device's performance capabilities. However, upon closer inspection, the differences between all four iPhone 15 models will likely become more apparent.