The TrueDepth camera on the iPad Pro M3 and the latest iPhone models share some similarities but also have distinct differences in their specifications and functionalities.
iPad Pro M3 TrueDepth Camera
The iPad Pro M3 features a 12MP Ultra Wide TrueDepth camera with a 122° field of view and an Æ/2.4 aperture. It supports Portrait mode with advanced bokeh and Depth Control, as well as Portrait Lighting with six effects (Natural, Studio, Contour, Stage, Stage Mono, High-Key Mono). The camera also includes features like Animoji and Memoji, Smart HDR 4, and 1080p HD video recording at various frame rates (25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps). Additionally, it offers Time-lapse video with stabilization, Extended dynamic range for video up to 30 fps, and Cinematic video stabilization for smoother video capture[1][7].
Latest iPhone Models TrueDepth Camera
The latest iPhone models, such as the iPhone 14 Pro, feature a 12MP TrueDepth camera but with a different set of specifications. It has an Æ/1.9 aperture, which is wider than the iPad Pro's Æ/2.4 aperture, allowing more light into the camera. The iPhone's TrueDepth camera includes Autofocus with Focus Pixels, a six-element lens, and Retina Flash. It supports Night mode, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 4, and Apple ProRAW for more professional photography options. The camera also offers 4K video recording at various frame rates (24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, or 60 fps) and Cinematic mode up to 4K HDR at 30 fps[2].
Key Differences
- Aperture: The iPhone 14 Pro has a wider aperture (Æ/1.9) compared to the iPad Pro M3's Æ/2.4, which can result in better low-light performance.
- Field of View: The iPad Pro's TrueDepth camera has a wider field of view (122°) due to its Ultra Wide lens, making it more suitable for capturing group shots or wider scenes.
- Video Recording: The iPhone 14 Pro supports higher-resolution video recording, including 4K HDR at 60 fps, while the iPad Pro M3 is limited to 1080p HD video recording.
- Additional Features: The iPhone 14 Pro includes features like Night mode and Apple ProRAW, which are not mentioned for the iPad Pro M3's TrueDepth camera.
Overall, while both cameras share some features like Portrait mode and Smart HDR 4, the iPhone 14 Pro offers more advanced photography capabilities, including better low-light performance and higher-resolution video recording. The iPad Pro M3's TrueDepth camera is more focused on wide-angle shots and video calling features.
Citations:[1] https://support.apple.com/en-us/111841
[2] https://support.apple.com/en-us/111849
[3] https://www.reddit.com/r/AppleVision/comments/144lpow/difference_between_truedepth_camera_and_lidar/
[4] https://www.apple.com/ipad-pro/specs/
[5] https://support.apple.com/en-us/111871
[6] https://appleinsider.com/inside/iphone-16/vs/iphone-16-vs-iphone-16-pro-compared----going-pro-in-2024
[7] https://support.apple.com/en-us/111897
[8] https://support.apple.com/en-us/111872
[9] https://support.apple.com/en-us/111979
[10] https://www.apple.com/iphone-15/specs/