Why is my iPhone camera losing focus when taking videos?

An iPhone camera may lose focus while recording videos if the movement of the camera is too fast, as the autofocus system needs time to adjust to rapid changes in the scene. This issue can be more noticeable in dynamic environments where lighting conditions or subject distances change frequently. Even during the middle of a video, the camera may struggle to maintain focus, causing temporary blurriness. This can happen due to the iPhone's automatic focus adjustment, which may momentarily fail to lock onto a subject, especially in low-light conditions or when multiple objects are in the frame.

If the problem persists, users can try tapping on the screen to manually lock focus.

Additionally, if shaky hands contribute to the focus issues, using a gimbal can help stabilize the video and reduce unwanted motion, allowing the camera to maintain better focus throughout the recording.