In DxOMark’s camera tests of the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple’s flagship model achieves excellent scores. With an overall camera score of 146, it took second place in DxOMark’s overall camera ranking (just one point behind the Honor Magic4 Ultimate). In addition to ranking second overall, DxOMark also recognizes the iPhone 14 Pro as having the best selfie camera performance scores in photos and videos with a score of 145.
DxOMark highlighted the iPhone’s top score in its new “Friends & Family” use case thanks to its accuracy in capturing skin tones, its consistently zero shutter lag technology fast, its ability to reduce motion blur and contrast interpretation of faces. He also noted that the iPhone 14 Pro’s natural-looking bokeh effect from its portrait mode looks more like a DSLR.
iPhone remains #1 in video recording performance with the 14 Pro. He saw improved smoothness, repeatability and fluidity of his transitions. Stabilization is also excellent, HDR recording offers high contrast, and autofocus tracking is reliable and accurate. Apple’s implementation of a Quad-Bayer image sensor offers plenty of image quality and performance. He also praised the iPhone’s accuracy of its preview image in the viewfinder compared to the final processed image.
The only areas for improvement noted were the presence of noise and a slight loss of detail when taking indoor shots. There is also a loss of detail when taking 3X photos.
Now on to DxOMark’s selfie camera findings. With a selfie score of 145, the iPhone 14 Pro scores just one point above the Huawei P50 Pro. The iPhone 14 Pro’s new autofocus capability and faster aperture contribute to its higher score. Selfie video was also great, with great exposure, color and stabilization with a maximum score of 154.
Stills with the front-facing camera offered great dynamic range, exposure and bokeh. Excellent details, accurate skin tones and simulated bokeh in portrait mode are also highlighted.
Weaknesses noted for the iPhone 14 Pro’s selfie camera are noticeable noise in photos and videos in most conditions, and altered and less accurate skin tones in more challenging lighting conditions, such as when the scene is backlit or in low light.
Check out DxOMark’s findings in the Source links below. Additionally, you can check out our reviews of the new iPhone 14 models (14, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max) to see our overall findings as well.
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