The iPhone SE 4 is rumored to have a single 48MP rear camera and a 12MP TrueDepth front camera[1][4]. This is a significant upgrade from the iPhone SE 3, which featured a 12MP wide rear camera and a 7MP front-facing camera[4]. The iPhone SE 4's rear camera is expected to be a 48MP wide-angle lens, similar to the one found in the iPhone 15, and can capture 24MP photos for regular use or full 48MP images for more detailed photography[7].
In comparison, the iPhone 14 has a dual-camera system with a 12MP main camera and a 12MP ultrawide camera[7]. The 12MP main camera has a Æ/1.5 aperture and sensor-shift optical image stabilization[5]. The 12MP Ultra Wide camera has a Æ/2.4 aperture and a 120° field of view[5]. While the iPhone 14 is known for its performance in low-light conditions and versatility, the 48MP sensor in the SE4 could provide better detail, improved dynamic range, and crisper images[3].
Citations:[1] https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/09/iphone-se-4-camera-details-revealed/
[2] https://www.phonearena.com/news/iPhone-14-camera-what-to-expect_id140014
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ekLUQTn4zs
[4] https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/iphone-se-4-camera-specs-have-leaked-what-we-know/
[5] https://www.apple.com/iphone-14/specs/
[6] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSUXYPggNMM
[7] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/iphone-se-4-2025-vs-iphone-14_id6751
[8] https://support.apple.com/en-us/111849
[9] https://www.phonearena.com/iphone-se-4-release-date-price-features-news
[10] https://zeerawireless.com/blogs/news/iphone-se-4-released-on-february-2025-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-specs-and-price