Vivid Filter missing from Camera app on iPhone 17 Pro Max

Hi everyone,


I recently upgraded to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, and I’ve noticed that the classic Vivid Filter is missing from the main camera app. On my older iPhones, it was very easy to access via the three-circle icon, and it gave the photos that perfect "pop" and vibrant look.


On the iPhone 17 Pro Max:


• I can only see Photographic Styles (Vibrant, Luminous, etc.).


• Swiping up on the toolbar or checking the settings doesn't show the old 3-circle Filter icon.


• I can still apply "Vivid" in the Photos App (Edit mode), but I want it directly in the Live Camera like before.


Is there any specific setting in iOS 19/20 to bring back the original Filters menu to the camera? Or has Apple completely replaced it with Styles?


I've already tried:


1. Turning off ProRAW / HEIF Max.


2. Checking "Preserve Settings" in Camera.


3. Swiping through the toolbar (it only shows Styles, Exposure, Timer, etc.).


Would appreciate any help or workarounds to get that classic Vivid look back as a default!

iPhone 17 Pro Max, iOS 26

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 2:31 PM

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Feb 27, 2026 2:49 PM in response to mishaal112

Filters got replaced by Photo/Picture styles. Photo Styles offer much more customization than the older Filters option. Please experiment with the settings to achieve your desired results.


If you want the option to edit Photo Styles you need to shoot in HEIF, not RAW or JPEG.


Specifically, here’s the steps for LIVE Mode.


Open Camera in Photo mode with the LIVE icon active (concentric circles at top).


Swipe up or tap the up arrow, then tap Style. It appears right next to the Live button for easy access.


Preview and tweak styles (tone, warmth, intensity) with the adjustments and while Live is on. Because of the nature of the images captured using LIVE mode, photo styles are not able to be adjusted in editing.

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