iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max review

It’s true that the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max have the best cameras and longest battery time among all iPhone we’ve examined. Both have a range of top-of-the-line features, including the capability to record ProRes video that help them achieve the status of Pro in their name. Overall, the iPhone 13 Pro as well as the 13 Pro Max are outstanding and this is the reason we’ve awarded them with an Editors Choice Award. Our initial review that was first posted in September, is here.

iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max are the third time in consecutive years that Apple launched the two Pro models. They’re priced the same prices that they did last season’s 13 Pro as well as Pro Max. Pro Max and have upgraded cameras, a bigger battery, and the latest A15 Bionic chip. By supplying the Pro 13 Pro and the 13 Pro Max equipped with the features that many of us have been wanting for a long time, including an LCD with a high resolution, Apple further defined the distinction between the Pro phones and its non-Pro ones. In the past, in contrast, the word Pro was to be more of an advertising word as opposed to a signal of whether the phone was more professional than an ordinary iPhone.

13 Pro 13 Pro is an important sign that there’s no one iPhone that is suitable for all. Contrary to the previous year both phones are now equipped with the same camera and only differ in regards to dimension, battery lifespan, and cost.

LIKE

  • Robust construction
  • ProMotion display
  • 3x optical zoom telephoto
  • iOS 15

DON’T LIKE

  • It’s extremely heavy.
  • The camera’s settings are not on for macro photography
  • The notch
  • The cinematic style is more than just a new concept

Its iPhone 13 Pro is priced at $999 (PS949 1,699 AU$) as well as it is available with the 13 Pro Max at $1,099 (PS1,049 1,849 AU$) to get 128GB of space. The first time you can have the option of getting 1TB of storage on your iPhone. The additional storage boosts the cost of the 13 Pro to $1,499 (PS1,449, $2,569 AU) while that of the 13 Pro Max to $1,599 (PS1,549, $2,719 AU). That’s a lot of space… as well as lots of money.

The iPhone 13 Pro gets beefier

The phones sport the same look of squared off similar to that of the 12-series. Its stainless-steel sides look shiny and the back is a combination from four matt finishes, including graphite silver, gold, and Sierra blue. In certain lighting conditions it appears that the Sierra blue iPhone appears as light gray. However, in other lighting conditions, it looks similar to that Carolina blue color of the Tarheels at UNC.

The notch is 20percent smaller. It’s not as broad however, it’s still an notch. It’s safe to say that it is a bit annoying to me, but 20 percent less.

Both phones are heavier as well, and they weigh more. The 13 Pro adds 15 grams while The 13 Pro Max adds 12 grams of additional weight. I noticed the added weight more so when I was using it with the 13 Pro. Both phones feature the apple’s Ceramic Shield on the front and have an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

ProMotion in the iPhone 13 Pro is awe-inspiring

The 13 Pro features the 6.1-inch screen, while The 13 Pro Max a 6.7-inch one. When used in everyday usage the screens are noticeable brighter. The screens are equipped with what Apple refers to as ProMotion which means that the iPhone is the first time in history can support a high refresh rate. Based on the content displayed on the screen, the display’s refresh rate varies between 10 and 120Hz. The same approach Samsung used with the Galaxy S21 Ultra. When used the screen is stunning. Animations appear smooth, graphics appear sharp and even everyday things like scrolling feeds appear better.

iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro has a longer telephoto lens

The camera’s main sensor is an upgraded sensor that is the biggest to ever be fitted into an iPhone. It features a faster f1.5 aperture that is equivalent to increased light gathering. Ultrawide features a brand new auto-focus sensor and lens, which also enhances the ability to gather light. In addition, the camera with telephoto features a brand new lens and sensor with an extended three-fold optical zoom.

The Pro iPhones resulted in better-lit photos, but the difference wasn’t always apparent. Additionally, the pictures were fast in shutter speed, which resulted in more effective freezing of action as when I snapped an image of riders on bikes.

Check out the pictures I took using both of my phones in this gallery.

iPhone 13 Pro 13 Pro Max camera tests photos from Apple’s high phone in 2021’s top

Also, taking a night mode photo was much faster and was compatible using the 3x Telephoto camera. In the iPhone 11 and 12 series featured a unique flaw in which the camera’s camera reflected the light sources. For the iPhone 13 Pro as well as the 13 Pro Max, that problem is still present in particular if there are strings of lights in the shot however, overall it’s much more stable.

The iPhone 13 Pro cameras bring you more in-depth with your target

The 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max feature a new macro mode that activates automatically when you are within a few centimeters the subject. To test the camera and its Macro function, I took both the iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 13 to the Feast of the Field which is a one of the annual Euphoria food festival in Greenville, South Carolina. It was a great test of the camera.

The way that macro photography works is that when you get nearer to what you want to photograph the camera automatically shifts between the wide camera and ultrawide. With the ultrawide having autofocus, it’s able to keep focus on something only a couple of centimeters away.

In light and bright I’ve found the macro mode on the iPhone excellent. It’s not at the level as a camera that has a an exclusive macro lens, but it’s among the best versions of a macro mode I’ve ever experienced on the phone. I snapped excellent close-ups of coffee, food, as well as a terrifying video of ants crawling across grapefruits that were discarded.

The main meal for the event, I discovered two things: One was that gooseberries taste delicious. Another is that in low light in low light, the iPhone is able to switch to an ultrawide camera to capture macro photos. The most effective camera on this phone is the camera with wide angles that can handle low light situations very well. Because the phone is close to the object, it can block some light, which results in poor close-ups. As of now, there isn’t an option to switch off the macro function. Apple states that a brand new setting will be introduced in an update to the software in the fall, and you’ll be able turn off the automatic camera switching feature when shooting from close distances to capture macro images and videos.

 

I’m all for Cinematic modes for iPhone 13 Pro. iPhone 13 Pro

The entire iPhones 13 models come with a brand new feature known as Cinematic mode. It utilizes the rear cameras as well as an True Depth camera array to produce a video of 1080p at thirty frames per second. The reason the video is so compelling is the fact that everything else but the subject is in focus. The iPhone can also rack focus from one area to the next. The result is stunning and stunning.

Similar to Portrait mode for photos The feature lets users to alter your depth of field. The best part is that the phone is able to do everything, from choosing the subject in focus and when to shift the focus. While recording you can use the phone to move and change the aperture and focus points yourself. You can also do it later on.

Are Cinematic videos perfect? It’s not, but it’s an absolute blast to play with and play around with. Cinematic mode requires a large amount of light to perform the best. If conditions are dark it will pop up asking you to turn on your flash off.

Additionally, I observed that subjects that move fast like water pouring out of the spout, or a shot of espresso being prepared in Cinematic mode to maintain in focus. Also, when editing the footage in Cinematic mode video The controls for keyframes that focus are small. It is possible to press long-press to expand the controls but once you release it returns to being tiny.

Don’t count on Cinematic Mode to become your primary choice for always good-looking videos. It’s an enjoyable feature, but regular video is better in the majority of scenarios.