My iPhone 15 Pro Max takes pics at 36 megapixels when set to 48 mega pixels

I have adjust all the correct settings in my iphone 15 pro max to take pics at 48 mp but pics only taken at 36 mp. Anybody know why?




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Original Title: taking pics with iphone 15 pro max in 48 mega pixel

Posted on Aug 7, 2025 5:38 PM

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Posted on Aug 7, 2025 8:44 PM

Hi, I have resolved my issue. I was trying to take a pic with 48 mp in 16:9. It only works in smaller size like 4:3.

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My iPhone 15 Pro Max takes pics at 36 megapixels when set to 48 mega pixels

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