Is there a way to prevent my iPhone 5S camera from switching to other camera modes without a special action?
I often am taking pics of grandkids only to find the iPhone has switched to video mode. Is there a way to lock into a camera mode so doesn't happen by accident?
iMac with Retina 5K display, OS X Yosemite (10.10.4)
There have been no improvements made to the camera app in new versions of IOS (IOS 9.1) in terms of what you want...
However there are quite a few alternative camera apps available such as VSCO (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/vsco/id588013838?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4),
which requires you to tap a button then select a desired camera mode. And boasts some useful filters and controls.
A great camera app alternative!
Since this original post, is this possible in the recent software updates?
If not, is there a total replacement for the camera app itself?
Sorry but you can't lock the camera modes. Sorry about this.
How to Lock iPhone camera in Photo Mode
