iPhone 13 Pro Max Camera Mastering

Smart Phone Photography Taking Pictures like a Pro Even as a Beginner

James Nino

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iPhone 13 Pro Max Camera Mastering

Smart Phone Photography Taking Pictures like a Pro Even as a Beginner

James Nino

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Table of Content

Content Details

Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction to iPhone 13

Chapter 2: iPhone 13 Pro Max Specs

Part One:

Beginner's Guide to Photography

Chapter 3: Getting Started

Chapter 4: Camera Modes

Chapter 5: Selfies

Chapter 6: Sharing Photos

Chapter 7: Basic Editing on iPhone 13

Chapter 8: Photographic Styles in iPhone 13

Part Two:

Intermediate's Guide to Photography

Chapter 9: Changing the intensity of the LED Flashlight

Chapter 10: ISO

Chapter 11: Focus Lock

Chapter 12: Camera Exposure

Chapter 13: Camera Grids

Chapter 14: Filters

Chapter 15: Switching Lenses

Chapter 16: Optical and Digital Zoom

Chapter 17: Aspect Ratio

Chapter 18: Guide to the Perfect Frame

Chapter 19: HDR

Chapter 20: Portraits

Chapter 21: Depth of Field

Chapter 22: Settings for Different Times of Day

Chapter 23: ProRes

Part Three:

Advanced Guide to Smartphone Photography

Chapter 24: Shutter Speed

Chapter 25: Aperture

Chapter 26: Filters Extended

Chapter 27: Editing for Pros

Chapter 28: Apple ProRaw

Chapter 29: Golden Ratio

Chapter 30: Rules of Thirds

Chapter 31: Adjusting to the Light

Chapter 32: Food Photography

Chapter 33: Landscapes

Chapter 34: Wildlife Photography

Chapter 35: Macro Photography

Chapter 36: City Photography

Chapter 37: iPhone Hacks

Conclusion

Content Details

Content Details 6

Introduction 12

Chapter 1: Introduction to iPhone 13 15

Chapter 2: iPhone 13 Pro Max Specs 18

Video Recording: 18

Camera Specs: 20

TrueDepth Camera: 22

Best iPhone for Photography 24

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 12 Pro Max 25

Why iPhone 13 Pro Max is Only 12MP 26

Part One: 30

Beginner's Guide to Photography 30

Chapter 3: Getting Started 31

Chapter 4: Camera Modes 33

Chapter 5: Selfies 42

1. Lighting 42

2. Best Side 43

3. Filters 43

Chapter 6: Sharing Photos 44

Chapter 7: Basic Editing on iPhone 13 46

Cropping, rotating or flipping a photo or video 46

Straighten and Adjust Perspective 47

Adjusting the color and light 48

Trim a video 49

Setting the slow-motion part of a video 49

Revert an edited photo 50

Chapter 8: Photographic Styles in iPhone 13 51

Part Two: 55

Intermediate's Guide to Photography 55

Chapter 9: Changing the intensity of the LED Flashlight 56

Chapter 10: ISO 59

Chapter 11: Focus Lock 65

Chapter 12: Camera Exposure 68

Chapter 13: Camera Grids 72

Chapter 14: Filters 74

Chapter 15: Switching Lenses 76

Chapter 16: Optical and Digital Zoom 78

Chapter 17: Aspect Ratio 81

Chapter 18: Guide to the Perfect Frame 84

1. Composition 84

2. Visualization 85

3. Leading the Eye 86

4. Symmetry 87

Chapter 19: HDR 88

Chapter 20: Portraits 89

Chapter 21: Depth of Field 94

Chapter 22: Settings for Different Times of Day 96

Chapter 23: ProRes 101

Standard Video Format vs. ProRes 101

Part Three: 106

Advanced Guide to Smartphone Photography 106

Chapter 24: Shutter Speed 107

Chapter 25: Aperture 114

F-Stop and F-Number 116

Chapter 26: Filters Extended 123

Chapter 27: Editing for Pros 125

1. Exposure 125

2. Create Contrast 125

3. Cropping 125

4. Enhance Colors 126

5. Adjust Highlights 126

6. Fine-Tune Shadows 127

Chapter 28: Apple ProRaw 128

Chapter 29: Golden Ratio 131

1. Applicability of the Golden Ratio 132

2. The Scene 133

Chapter 30: Rules of Thirds 134

Chapter 31: Adjusting to the Light 137

Soft Light vs. Hard Light 140

Chapter 32: Food Photography 144

Chapter 33: Landscapes 149

1. Depth of field 150

2. Dominant Skies 150

3. A Tripod 151

4. Foregrounds 152

Chapter 34: Wildlife Photography 153

2. Manual Mode 154

3. Auto White Balance (AWB) 154

4. Know Your Subject 155

Chapter 35: Macro Photography 157

Mind the Aperture 160

Shutter Speed 162

Focusing 164

1. Photographing relatively large subjects 165

2. Photographing more minor subjects 167

3. Using a tripod 170

Chapter 36: City Photography 172

1. Minding the Exposure 172

2. Shutter Speed 173

3. Color Advantage 173

4. Shooting at Multiple Times 174

5. Include People and Buildings 174

7. Use a Polarizer 176

Chapter 37: iPhone Hacks 177

Candid Photos / Capture Using AirPods 177

View Photo/Video Details and Add Captions 178

Find Photos 100 Times Faster Using Photo Search 179

Preserving Old Photos with Duplicates 180

Conclusion 182

Introduction

The iPhone series is one of the most popular phones in the market, which makes it very difficult to overlook its exceptional capabilities, especially the cameras.

The cameras of the old iPhone series were exceptional. However, this time the iPhone has more than just doubled the overall capability. The iPhone 13 models have immense features, qualities, and the overall superb performance of its cameras.

With the new iPhone 13 Pro Max, many have started shooting movies, capturing amazing photos, and now even doctors are now using it for eye checkups. In spite of these magnificent capabilities, many of the features and abilities of the iPhone 13 Pro Max remain hidden except a conscious effort is made to learn how to use the phone by reading a book like this. The meaning behind this is anyone can point and shoot, but only a few can capture.

Taking photos and pictures isn't difficult, but to master them, is another story. That is why I am here to guide you on the best way to capture spectacular shots, and to show you what being a photographer means.

A few quick notes before diving in:

1 Even if you think that you know the basics of the iPhone, it is better not to skip any part. That said, the book is designed in such a way that you can skip to any part of the book you want to.

2 Practice as much as you can, otherwise, you will not improve

3 Do not be afraid to experiment with settings because there is always a reset button in the camera options. If you don't know what each option does, then how can you fully utilize iPhone 13 Pro Max's full capability?

4 iPhone 13 is brimming with features, and I mentioned all of those here. Hence, make sure to read each chapter to find new features, tricks, and tips.

5 This guide is not just about how you can capture pictures with the iPhone 13 but how you can excel at it and know all about the art of photography itself.

Chapter 1: Introduction to iPhone 13

iPhones are Apple's trademark series and what they are mostly known for. iPhone 13 Pro Max is the latest one in the series, and having some superb camera upgrades, this might be one of the best mobile devices for photography in the market.

Competing with Androids, they have always been in the top ten or three lists. Each new release of the iPhone introduces new features, and this time with the launch of the iPhone 13, they have included camera upgrades like Portrait mode video, updated filter systems, ProRes, and so much more. Moreover, the camera is comparatively bigger and can capture 47 percent more light than the iPhone 12.

With such huge improvements and additions, iPhone 13 Pro Max has a complete arsenal of marvelous items waiting for them to be utilized. The iPhone 13 Pro Max has significant advancements, such as the most sophisticated dual-camera system ever seen on an iPhone — with a new Wide camera with larger pixels and sensor-shift optical image stabilization (OIS) that improves low-light images and movies.

Along with Photographic Styles, a new method to personalize the camera, and Cinematic mode, which adds a new level to video storytelling. The iPhone 13 and 13 mini also have A15 Bionic for better performance, low power consumption, and longer-lasting battery life. The brighter Super Retina XDR display gives you better colors, which is incredibly useful when capturing and editing photos.

Moreover, it has enhanced durability with the Ceramic Shield front cover. The basic storage is double (128GB) as compared to older iPhones. It also boasts an IP68 rating for water resistance. In terms of connectivity, it has an exceptional 5G experience.

The iPhone 13 represents a significant breakthrough in camera design, with computational photography advancements and one of the best hardware resulting in outstanding images and movies.

The new Wide camera is the largest sensor ever built on an iPhone dual-camera system, with 1.7 m pixels, and can capture 47 percent more light. This results in brighter images and less noise. Sensor-shift OIS, which debuted on the iPhone 12 Pro Max and is not present in any other smartphone, is now available in the Wide camera. It stabilizes the sensor rather than the lens, resulting in more stable pictures.

The custom-designed Ultra-Wide camera with a new sensor captures images with better information in the dark parts of photographs and movies with less noise.

Chapter 2: iPhone 13 Pro Max Specs

So before telling you about anything, it would be best if you knew the qualities the iPhone 13 Pro Max possesses, because it would help you take photographs or capture videos better if you know what you are utilizing.

Video Recording:

● HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps

● Cinematic mode: Recording videos in 1080p @30 fps having a shallow depth of field

● 4K Video Recording: 60 fps. 30 fps, 25 fps, or 24 fps

● HD 720p video recording @30 fps

● HD video recording 1080p at 60 fps. 30 fps, 25 fps

● ProRes: Up to 4k @30fps Video recording (for 128GB storage device it is in 1080p @30 fps)

● Optical image stabilization sensor-shift for video (Wide)

● For video, Dual optical image stabilization (Telephoto and Wide)

● 6x optical zoom range; 2x optical zoom out, 3x optical zoom in

● Audio zoom

● Up to 9x Digital zoom up to

● True Tone flash

● Slo-mo video supports 1080p at 240 fps or 120 fps

● QuickTake video

● Time-lapse video having stabilization

● Video stabilization in Cinematic mode (4K, 720p and 1080p)

● Night mode having a Time-lapse

● Continuous autofocus in video

● Playback zoom

● While capturing 4K video snap 8MP stationary photos

● Video formats supported: H.264 and HEVC

● A Wide color (P3)

● Stereo recording

● Standard: 1000 nits maximum brightness; HDR: 1200 nits maximum brightness

● 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical)

Camera Specs:

● HDR display

● ProMotion technology along with adaptive refresh rates (max 120Hz)

● Camera system (12MP Pro Max): Ultra-Wide cameras, Wide, and Telephoto

● Wide Aperture: ƒ/1.5

● Telephoto Aperture: ƒ/2.8

● Ultra-Wide Aperture: ƒ/1.8 and field of view is 120°

● Up to 15x Digital zoom

● 6x optical zoom range; 2x optical zoom out, 3x optical zoom in

● Portraits in Night mode possible by LiDAR Scanner

● Portrait Lighting in six effects: Studio, Natural, Contour, Stage Mono, Stage, High-Key Mono

● Portrait mode in advanced bokeh and with Depth Control

● Dual optical image stabilization: Wide and Telephoto

● The lens with Six-elements: Ultra-Wide and Telephoto; Lens with Seven-elements: Wide

● Optical image stabilization using sensor-shift (Wide)

● True Tone flash along with Slow Sync

● Up to 63 MP Panorama

● Wide Focus Pixels 100%

● Deep Fusion

● Night mode

● Smart HDR 4

● Macro photography

● Photographic Styles

● Apple ProRAW

● Lens correction in Ultra-Wide

● Wide color capture in Live Photos and Photos

● Advanced red-eye correction

● Image stabilization (Auto)

● Photo geotagging

● Image formats captured: JPEG and HEIF

● Burst mode

TrueDepth Camera:

● Portrait mode in advanced bokeh and with Depth Control

● Aperture: ƒ/2.2

● Portrait Lighting in six effects: Studio, Natural, Contour, Stage Mono, Stage, High-Key Mono

● Night mode

● Memoji and Animoji

● Deep Fusion

● Photographic Styles

● Smart HDR 4

● Apple ProRAW

● Video recording in HDR up to 4k @60 fps with Dolby Vision

● Recording videos in the cinematic mode at 1080 @30 fps with shallow depth of field

● HD video recording 1080p at 60 fps. 30 fps, or 25 fps

● Video recording 4K at 60 fps. 30 fps, 25 fps, or 24 fps

● Video support in slo-mo in 1080p @120 fps

● Up to 4K @30 fps ProRes video recording (For 128GB storage devices, it is in 1080p @30 fps)

● Time-lapse video along with stabilization

● Video stabilization in Cinematic mode: 720p, 1080p, and 4K

● Time-lapse in Night mode

● QuickTake video

● Lens correction

● Wide color captures support for Live Photos and Photos

● Retina Flash

● Burst mode

● Auto image stabilization

All iPhone 13 models have the same MPs, which means even iPhone 13 Mini has the same MPs as the iPhone 13 Pro Max does.

Best iPhone for Photography

There are considerable differences as you move from Mini to Pro Max in iPhone 13. Previously iPhones mostly varied only in pictures and not in videos.

However, a lot has changed this time as iPhone 13 Pro Max gets an exclusive feature called ProRes. The sensor in the new iPhone 13 Pro Max models has an increased surface area to light ratio, which enables it to capture more detail than previous versions.

The 1/1.65" size improves pixel granularity by 84% over last year's model while also increasing image resolution by 25%.

iPhone 13 Pro Max vs iPhone 12 Pro Max

● Wide (primary) camera: Both cameras are 26mm, f/1.5 on 13 Pro Max versus f/1.8 on 12 Pro Max.

● Telephoto camera: 13 Pro Max has a 3X zoom and 77mm lens, whilst the 12 Pro Max has a 2.5X zoom.

● Ultra-wide camera: Both cameras are 13mm, f/1.8 on the 13 Pro Max versus f/2.4 on the 12 Pro Max.

● Night Mode Exposure: Because of the bigger sensor and wider aperture, the iPhone 13 Pro Max can use night mode with a 1-second exposure instead of a 3-second exposure on the iPhone 12 Pro Max.

The iPhone 13 Pro Max models have an edge on its standard and Mini model:

● The primary camera sensor is more significant, having 1.9m pixels and a wider F1.5 aperture.

● F2.8 77mm equivalent '3x' telephoto lens with PDAF and OIS.

● It is equipped with an upgraded ultra-wide lens with a wider F1.8 aperture for enhanced low-light performance and AF for Macro shooting.

All of this suggests, and it is also proven that iPhone 13 Pro Max is the best iPhone for photography.

Rear cameras

Flash

LiDAR Scanner

Why iPhone 13 Pro Max is Only 12MP

Each brand names its lenses differently, with hundreds of acronyms possible per maker. For example, other phones have an astonishingly high number of megapixels, but iPhones still use 12MP.

The definition of a megapixel is that it is a unit of graphic resolution equivalent to one million; for example, a 12MP camera has twelve million pixels. However, a more significant number of megapixels certainly do not mean it is better, and this is because of several reasons:

1 Quality vs. Quantity: It's easy to get lost in the sea of pixels when you're viewing a high-resolution photo or video. However, the size of each pixel matters.

The size of each pixel is measured and represented with μm, which stands for microns; however, smaller amounts with greater size mean better image quality because they have fewer colors per unit area that can be displayed on the screen at any given time - leading us towards higher resolutions!

For example, 1mm has about four times as many color combinations available as 0.8μm does.

1 A 108MP is equal to 12MP: iPhone Pro Max's 12MP camera takes the same pictures as 108MP in low light conditions. A 108MP camera has a more significant number of pixels, but the actual size of them is low.

It means that these higher megapixel cameras capture less light. Hence, they bind multiple pixels to make a single pixel. It means 9 pixels act as a single pixel.

If you do the math, then 9x12=108. Hence, a 108MP camera is equal to a 12MP camera of your iPhone 13 Max.

1 More battery life low processing times: A fewer pixels means less data to process overall than higher megapixels. It results in extended battery life and lower processing times. Because in the end, this is a phone that a user has to do a lot of things with and not just capture images and make videos.

It does not mean that 108MP cameras are utterly useless; they have their advantages and use cases. However, the 12MP camera in iPhone 13 Pro Max is adequate for users, at least until these phones' computational powers and battery life are not increased to a level where these cameras are supportable.

Part One:

Chapter 3: Getting Started

Following extensive research into cinematography and the full utilization of rack focus, the new Cinematic mode on the iPhone helps you record videos of people, objects, and pets with a gorgeous depth effect.

Moreover, the automatic focus changes, allowing anyone to capture cinema-style moments, even if they aren't professional filmmakers. Users can modify the degree of bokeh they want even in the iMovie for iOS and as well as the Photos app. It will soon be available in iMovie for Final Cut Pro5 and macOS. Hence, it makes the iPhone 13 Pro Max one of the few devices capable of editing the depth-of-field effect in the video after recording.

The Cinematic mode for iPhone 13 Pro Max is capable of recording videos in Dolby Vision HDR. Most of which is due to A15 Bionic and sophisticated machine learning algorithms. Both versions also enable HDR video recording with Dolby Vision - from capturing, editing, and sharing - with all of it in 4K up to 60 fps. The faster Neural Engine powers All-new features in the iPhone 13 Pro Max with A15 Bionic.

Photographic Styles enable users to apply their unique picture preferences to each image while still using Apple's multi-frame image processing. Pre-set and personalized choices operate across scenes and subjects. Unlike a primary filter, automatically apply the correct modifications to different image sections to ensure vital features, such as skin tones, are retained.

The dual-camera setup and computational photography capabilities allow Smart HDR 4 to have enhanced color, lighting, and contrast for each subject in a group shot.

Moreover, this is predominantly used in difficult lighting situations, making photos more true-to-life and an upgraded Night mode. And the TrueDepth camera is compatible with all the excellent new camera capabilities, such as Cinematic mode, Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, and others.

Chapter 4: Camera Modes

Photo Mode: This is the default photo mode that will be enabled when you open the camera app. To capture a picture, you just have to press the Shutter button (White Circle icon). After which, you can adjust options like Live Photos, flash, timer, and so much more by pressing on the arrow key on top of the screen.

QuickTake: Simply press and hold the Shutter button while in Photo Mode to record a QuickTake movie. To stop recording, release the button.

Burst Mode: Simply press and hold the Shutter button while in Photo Mode and slide the Shutter button to the left and keep it there to shoot a burst of shots, then let go to stop.

Portrait Mode: The camera generates a depth-of-field effect while in Portrait mode, allowing you to shoot images with a crisp focus on your subject along with a blurred backdrop.

 Swipe to Portrait mode in the Camera app.

 Follow the instructions on your screen. When Portrait mode is on, the name of the lighting effect, for example, Natural Light, turns yellow.

 Press the Shutter button.

When you're incredibly close, incredibly far from the subject, or in a dark location, the Camera app will automatically alert you. In addition, you may utilize True Tone flash, set a timer, and apply filters. After taking a photo, you may use the built-in editing capabilities to trim and auto-enhance it.

After taking a picture in Portrait mode, you may change the amount of background or foreground blur and the intensity of the Portrait Lighting effects. Here's how it works:

 Select a Portrait mode photo from your library or open the camera in this mode.

 Tap Edit, then the Portrait Lighting or Depth of control buttons at the top of the screen to modify Portrait Lighting or Depth of control. A slider displays beneath the image.

 To change the effect, move the slider to the left or right. A grey dot above the slider indicates the original value for the photo.

 Tap on Done.

Here is how to remove the Portrait mode effect:

1 Choose the photo you wish to alter.

2 Select Edit.

3 At the top of your screen, choose Portrait.

4 Tap on Done.

If you change your mind and wish to re-apply the Portrait mode effect, return to Edit and press Portrait once more.

Low Light Mode/Night Mode: When the camera detects a low-light environment, night mode is activated automatically. When the function is enabled, the Night mode symbol at the top of the screen turns yellow. Depending on the darkness of the environment, your iPhone may take a few seconds or several minutes to shoot a Night mode shot. You may also change the exposure setting.

Square Mode: To shoot films with longer interval frames in low-light settings, utilize Night mode Time-lapse with a tripod. Open the Camera app, then scroll to the far left until Time-lapse appears.

To record your video, press the Shutter button. Live Photos and the flash are disabled while your iPhone is in Night mode. These functionalities can be enabled manually.

Do account for this by using the flash or Live Photos disables Night mode. When you set the Flash to Auto, it will turn on automatically in low-light conditions. Click on the arrow over the viewfinder to manually activate the flash. Then you need to press the Flash button, which appears below the viewfinder, and then toggle it On.

Panorama Mode: Sometimes, a scene is simply too large to capture in a single photograph. Using the iPhone's Panorama function, you may capture space. However, moving objects usually ruin the pictures, so make sure to capture stationary objects. Here is how to capture images in Panorama mode:

1 Open the Camera app.

2 Change to Panorama mode. Scroll your finger down the phone's bottom bar until it says "PANO." Panorama Mode is activated. You may take the shot with either the front or back camera.

3 Determine the course of action. You'll take the panorama photo and simply moving your phone left or right to capture the full scene. The camera will prompt you to move right by default, but you may change this by tapping the arrow.

4 Start the shoot. To start the panorama shot, press the Shutter button. Move the camera horizontally down the route shown on your screen slowly. Keep your phone stable and at the same level throughout.

Video Mode: Use the Camera app to record movies and switch between settings to capture slow-motion and time-lapse footage on your iPhone. Select Video mode. To begin recording, tap the Record button or click either volume button. You may do the following while recording:

 To take a still photo, press the white Shutter button.

 You can Zoom in and out by pinching the screen.

 Press and hold the 1x icon, then drag the slider to the left for more exact zoom options that are present in your iPhone 13 Max Pro.

To stop recording, tap the Record button or touch either volume button. Video is recorded at 30 frames per second by default (fps). Other frame rates and video resolution choices are available under Settings > Camera > Record Video. Depending on your iPhone 13 Pro Max model, the frame rates and resolutions differ. Larger video files arise from higher frame rates and greater resolutions.

Slo-mo Mode: When you record a video in Slo-mo mode, it usually records, but has a slow-motion effect when played back. You may also modify your video so that the slow-motion action begins and ends at a predetermined point.

Here is how to record in Slo-mo mode:

1 Select the Slo-mo mode option present in the video mode.

2 Tap the Camera, Chose the Back-Facing button on your iPhone 13 Pro Max for recording in Slo-mo mode using the front camera.

3 To begin recording, tap the Record button or click either volume button.

4 You may capture a still shot while recording by tapping the Shutter button.

5 To stop recording, tap the Record button or touch either volume button.

You may modify the slow-motion, frame rate, and resolution depending on your model. To adjust the settings for slow-motion recording, navigate to Settings > Camera > Record Slo-mo.

Time-lapse Mode: Capture footage at predetermined intervals to produce a timelapse movie of an experience over time, such as the sinking sun or traffic flow.

1 Select Time-lapse mode.

2 Set up your iPhone in the location where you wish to capture a moving scene.

3 To begin recording, press the Record button; to stop recording, tap it again.

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