You could save cash by opting for the smaller iPhone, but what do you lose? Amy Davies tests the 15 Pro
For the past couple of generations, Apple has used the same camera set-up in both its ‘Pro’ models, leaving photographers to debate only whether or not they need a larger screen (6.7 inches for the Pro Max, vs 6.1 inches for the Pro).
For the iPhone 15 Pro series, although most of the camera specifications are indeed shared, the smaller iPhone 15 Pro has a 3x zoom lens which is 72mm equivalent and f/2.8, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max has a 5x zoom lens, which is 120mm equivalent and f/2.8. Analysis of the EXIF data suggests that the Pro Max uses a fractionally larger sensor, but it’s not a big deal.
It might be easy to assume that the longer focal length is better, but you could equally argue that 72mm equivalent is more useful and practical than 120mm. With both phones, you get the same camera apps, shooting modes and video options.
As well as the screen size difference, there are also differences when it comes to power consumption and storage options. The iPhone 15 Pro Max storage options start at 256GB, rising up to 1TB, with a 512GB version in the middle. By contrast, with the iPhone 15 Pro, you can get a 128GB version, as well as the 256GB, 512GB and 1TB options. This means you can opt for an even cheaper device with the iPhone 15 Pro if you want to. Even 128GB is probably ample storage, especially if you’re connected to online storage services, such as iCloud.
As a bigger device, the iPhone 15 Pro Max has a larger battery. Although Apple doesn’t say how big the batteries are, it does
