Sunset Photos are Orange instead of pink

I took some stunning sunset pictures on my iPhone 11 Pro, however, pink clouds invariably turn grey - it's not getting the pink - and the sunset itself is way too orange, compared to the real view I can see with my eyes.


I also noticed that orange light is in the picture where in the real scene there's a grey cloud in front of the sun. That was very strange - it's the first time I saw the camera take a picture that is completely different from reality to my human eye.


It seems like the camera has different light sensors compared to the eye - its seeing some light frequencies the eye does not see - like all that orange - and it's not seeing the pinks.


Is there a solution for this, like a filter? Is this a known problem.


It's sad to have an amazing pink sunset, and this amazing iPhone camera, and then the image looks good - but nothing like reality.


PS: Tested with iPhone 13 Pro as well, same exact thing.

iPhone 11 Pro, iOS 15

Posted on Jan 5, 2023 4:02 AM

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Jan 7, 2023 1:49 PM in response to Nikolaus Heger

Hi Nikolaus Heger,


We recommend that you try the steps in the link below since you're not happy with the quality of the photos your iPhone is capturing.


Use iPhone camera tools to set up your shot


To perform the steps in the article we suggested above, click and open the link, read the subheadings below, and try the ones you think will improve the quality of your photos.


1) Adjust the camera’s focus and exposure

2) Turn the flash on or off

3) Take a photo with a filter

4) Use the timer

5) Use a grid to straighten your shot


We are recommending the steps above because they will show you how to customize camera settings to improve the quality of photos your iPhone is capturing.


Please let us know the outcome after taking a look at some of the suggestions in the subheadings.


Thanks for using the Apple Support Communities.


Cheers!

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