The iPhone 16 Pro does not have a 120Hz refresh rate for its camera. The 120Hz refresh rate is a display feature that applies to the phone's screen, not the camera.
The advantages of the 120Hz display on the iPhone 16 Pro are:
- Smoother scrolling and animations due to the higher refresh rate[1][3]
- Adaptive refresh rate that can drop down to 10Hz for reading and 24Hz for video to save battery life[2]
- Overall improved daily user experience and feeling of responsiveness[3]
The camera on the iPhone 16 Pro has several advantages over the standard iPhone 16 model, but they are not related to the display refresh rate:
- 48MP ultra-wide lens for better image quality
- Tetraprism telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and up to 25x digital zoom
- 4K video recording at 120fps for enhanced Cinematic Mode and slow-motion
- Improved low-light performance and reduced lens flare/ghosting[4]
So in summary, the 120Hz display is a benefit for the iPhone 16 Pro's screen, while the camera improvements are due to the higher resolution sensors, telephoto lens, and video capabilities - not the refresh rate. The two features are independent of each other.
Citations:[1] https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/iphones/forget-iphone-16-the-iphone-17-is-tipped-for-the-pro-upgrade-weve-been-waiting-for
[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/q43jh6/what_are_the_advantages_of_120_hz_screens/
[3] https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/i-was-wrong-120hz-refresh-rates-make-apples-best-iphones-worth-the-money
[4] https://mashable.com/article/apple-iphone-16-pro-vs-16-price-specs-screen-size
[5] https://www.gsmarena.com/newscomm-64449.php
[6] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/iphone-16-pro-max-vs-iphone-16-plus_id6278
[7] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/apple-iphone-16-pro-and-iphone-16-pro-max-launch-price-specification-features-comparison-all-details-here/articleshow/113204818.cms
[8] https://9to5mac.com/2024/09/04/iphone-16-vs-iphone-16-pro-rumors/