How does the field of view of the Ultra Wide camera on the iPad Pro M3 affect its performance

1. Architectural Photography: The Ultra Wide lens is particularly useful for capturing broad scenes, such as buildings or landscapes, without needing to move further away from the subject. This is advantageous when space is limited or when trying to convey the scale of a structure.

2. Group Shots and Scenic Views: The wide field of view makes it easier to include more people or scenery in a single shot, reducing the need for panning or stitching multiple images together.

3. Video Conferencing: Although the rear Ultra Wide camera is not typically used for video conferencing, the front-facing Ultra Wide camera on the iPad Pro provides a similar benefit by allowing more participants to be visible in a single frame, especially when using Center Stage in landscape orientation.

However, the latest iPad Pro models, such as those with the M4 chip, have removed the rear Ultra Wide camera, opting for a single 12MP Wide camera instead. This change means that users no longer have access to the Ultra Wide lens for rear camera applications, potentially limiting the types of shots they can achieve without additional equipment or software solutions[9][10].

In terms of performance, the Ultra Wide camera on older models had some limitations, such as a 10MP sensor with an f/2.4 aperture, which could result in slightly lower image quality compared to the main Wide camera. Additionally, it struggled with low-light conditions and did not offer as much detail as higher-resolution sensors found in other devices[3]. Despite these limitations, the Ultra Wide camera was still valued for its unique perspective and utility in certain scenarios.