Periscope telephoto camera is still the 'privilege' of iPhone Pro in 2025

Those expecting a periscope telephoto camera to appear on the standard iPhone 17 models may be disappointed.

According to The Elec , Apple will continue to maintain the periscope telephoto camera as an exclusive feature for the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max models. This means that the iPhone 17 and 17 Air (or 17 Slim) will not be equipped with this 'genuine' camera.

The iPhone 17 Pro series will still exclusively own the periscope telephoto camera

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Periscope telephoto camera: The 'trick' to boost sales of the iPhone Pro model

Currently, the periscope telephoto camera on the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max offers 5x optical zoom, allowing for high-quality long-range shots. Apple is limiting this feature to the Pro models to differentiate itself and encourage users to pay more for the premium versions.

While LG Innotek, Apple's camera module supplier, is investing in new facilities, it appears these upgrades will only be for the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max cameras.

However, it is possible that Apple will bring other improvements to the camera on the iPhone 17 and 17 Air, such as larger sensors, better anti-shake, or new photography features.

But overall, the fact that the periscope telephoto camera continues to be the exclusive property of the iPhone Pro models will certainly make many users feel regretful.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/camera-tele-kinh-tiem-vong-van-la-dac-quyen-cua-iphone-pro-nam-2025-185241124101201418.htm