The ultra-wide lenses of the iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro differ in several key aspects, including field of view and image quality.
Field of View
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: The ultra-wide lens on the iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to maintain a similar field of view as its predecessors, which typically offer around 120 degrees. However, specific details about the exact field of view for the iPhone 17 Pro Max are not explicitly mentioned in the available information.- Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Pixel 9 Pro features an ultra-wide lens with a 123-degree field of view, allowing it to capture more of the scene compared to the typical 120 degrees found in many other smartphones[3][4].
Image Quality
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: The ultra-wide lens on the iPhone 17 Pro Max is upgraded to a 48MP sensor, similar to the iPhone 16 Pro models. This higher resolution can potentially improve image quality by allowing for more detailed captures and better performance in various lighting conditions. Apple's improvements in HDR processing and dynamic range also contribute to enhanced image quality[6].- Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Pixel 9 Pro's ultra-wide lens also uses a 48MP sensor but with a slightly smaller sensor size (1/2.55") compared to the main camera. Despite this, the Pixel 9 Pro benefits from Google's advanced AI-driven image processing, which enhances color accuracy and detail retention. The f/1.7 aperture on the Pixel 9 Pro's ultra-wide lens allows for better low-light performance compared to the f/2.2 aperture on the iPhone 16 Pro models[3][7].
In terms of overall image quality, both devices are expected to deliver high-quality results, but the Pixel 9 Pro might have an edge in low-light conditions due to its wider aperture and advanced AI processing. The iPhone 17 Pro Max, on the other hand, may offer better contrast and dynamic range thanks to Apple's HDR processing capabilities. However, specific comparisons between the iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Pixel 9 Pro will depend on actual performance and testing once the iPhone 17 Pro Max is released.
Citations:
[1] https://9to5mac.com/2025/01/10/both-iphone-17-pro-models-will-get-all-48mp-sensors-says-leaker-24mp-front-camera/
[2] https://www.letemsvetemapplem.eu/en/2025/01/10/zasadni-vylepseni-fotaku-iphonu-17-pro-max-potvrzeno-dalsim-zdrojem/
[3] https://www.dxomark.com/google-pixel-9-pro-xl-camera-test/
[4] https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/iphone-16-pro-vs-google-pixel-9-pro-camera-comparison/
[5] https://pokde.net/gadget/smartphone/iphone-17-pro-max-leaks-camera
[6] https://www.dxomark.com/apple-iphone-16-pro-max-camera-test/
[7] https://amateurphotographer.com/review/google-pixel-9-pro-review/
[8] https://www.phonearena.com/reviews/pixel-9-pro-vs-iphone-16-pro_id6401
[9] https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-17-pro/
[10] https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/03/07/whats-in-store-for-the-iphone-17-pro-and-pro-max-this-fall