You can make a difference in the Apple Support Community!

When you sign up with your Apple Account, you can provide valuable feedback to other community members by upvoting helpful replies and User Tips.

Looks like no one’s replied in a while. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question.

camera focus on iphone se

The camera on my iphone SE now does not focus. I have tried cleaning the lens, restarting the phone, updating the software, and tapping the object on the screen to focus, but nothing is working. Please help!

iPhone SE, iOS 16

Posted on Jan 2, 2023 3:35 PM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Jan 3, 2023 4:50 PM

Thanks for posting in the Apple Support Communities nancyfromgaithersburg,


If you're not getting a clear image from your iPhone's camera, try the following:


1: Remove any case, accessory, or film that might block the camera or flash or that places a magnet near the camera.
2: Test the camera by trying to take a photo.

If the issue persist, proceed with these steps:


1: If the photo is blurry, clean the front and back camera lenses with a microfiber cloth. If you see dirt or debris inside the lens or if the camera lens appears to be misaligned or blocked, contact Apple Support to discuss service options.
2: Restart your iPhoneiPad, or iPod touch
3: Test the camera again by taking a photo. If your device has a front and rear camera, check if one or both isn’t working. To switch cameras, tap the rotate button .


If the camera or flash still isn't working properly, contact Apple Support to discuss service options.


If the camera or flash on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch isn't working


Take care!

1 reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jan 3, 2023 4:50 PM in response to nancyfromgaithersburg

Thanks for posting in the Apple Support Communities nancyfromgaithersburg,


If you're not getting a clear image from your iPhone's camera, try the following:


1: Remove any case, accessory, or film that might block the camera or flash or that places a magnet near the camera.
2: Test the camera by trying to take a photo.

If the issue persist, proceed with these steps:


1: If the photo is blurry, clean the front and back camera lenses with a microfiber cloth. If you see dirt or debris inside the lens or if the camera lens appears to be misaligned or blocked, contact Apple Support to discuss service options.
2: Restart your iPhoneiPad, or iPod touch
3: Test the camera again by taking a photo. If your device has a front and rear camera, check if one or both isn’t working. To switch cameras, tap the rotate button .


If the camera or flash still isn't working properly, contact Apple Support to discuss service options.


If the camera or flash on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch isn't working


Take care!

camera focus on iphone se

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.