Apple's upcoming iPhone 15 models will be equipped with the latest "state-of-the-art" image sensors from Sony, according to a report.
Compared to standard sensors, Sony's image sensor doubles the saturation signal in each pixel and can therefore capture more light to avoid underexposure and overexposure. Nikkei indicates, for example, that it is able to photograph a person's face better even in strong backlighting. Sony uses a semiconductor architecture in which photodiodes and transistors are housed in separate layers, allowing for more photodiodes. It's not clear if all iPhone 15 models will use the new sensor technology or if Apple will limit it to the higher-end "Pro" iPhone 15 models.
iPhone 15 series: Will Apple consider all models?
At this time, rumors suggest that the iPhone 15 Pro will have several exclusive features that will not be available in the standard iPhone 15 models. These include an updated A17 chip, a faster USB-C port, more RAM and, most importantly, updated zoom camera technology. Apple is working on a periscope telephoto lens that will improve the iPhone 15 Pro's optical zoom capabilities, enabling up to 10x optical zoom that rivals some Android smartphones on the market. The Sony image sensor technology described here will likely be used for the wide-angle camera, which Apple considers the iPhone's "main camera," as the company typically uses different technology for each lens. (Photo by Chetroni Daniel / Bigstockphoto)
