iPhone 18 Pro to Feature Revolutionary Variable Aperture Camera in 2026

Apple's major camera upgrade aims to enhance low-light performance and depth of field control.

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that the iPhone 18 Pro will debut a variable aperture main camera in 2026.
The variable aperture technology will allow the camera to adjust the amount of light entering the lens, improving performance in various lighting conditions.
This upgrade is expected to enhance low-light photography and provide better depth of field control, offering more versatility for users.
Suppliers for the new camera technology include Sunny Optical, Largan Precision, and Luxshare, according to Kuo.
The introduction of variable aperture marks a significant advancement from the fixed aperture cameras used in previous iPhone models.