iPhone 15 Pro Max only supports 24MP instead of 48MP


I have an iPhone 15 Pro Max, but it only supports 24 megapixel instead of the 48. What should I do or what does mean

iPhone 15 Pro Max, iOS 26

Posted on Mar 14, 2026 5:22 AM

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Posted on Mar 14, 2026 7:23 AM

In the Camera app do you have the HEIF Max indicator? If there is a line through it, tap it for a 48MP photo. Note that as seen in your screenshot that it does not apply to Night Mode, Flash, Live Photos or Macro Photos.

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iPhone 15 Pro Max only supports 24MP instead of 48MP

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