When the iPhone camera app is open it stays on until you turn the screen off. So if a single touch were to go straight to the camera that means you could bump it in your pocket, it would open the camera app and completely drain your phone. The next time you take your phone out of your pocket it would be dead.
I think the same problem was faced with the action button, but they corrected it In a software update to detect when its in your pocket with the sensors. Im assuming they are doing the same thing here, if not will be soon.
the reason apple put the button where it is is because it replaced the 5g antenna, they didnt want to completely redesign the internals for the phone so they took the shortcut.
On Android. Locked or not...Press power button twice: launches camera. Had that option forever. Or on lock screen press/hold on quick shortcut to camera.
@@Rixynator Mostly just anyone who wants features 8 years before apple. No joke. Almost every feature in the last 10 years that is "new" for apple users was out on android 5-8 years earlier. Ai? old. Waterproof? Old. Face unlock? USB C (omg seriously?!) etc.etc. Yall worried about bubble colors when on android you can change everyones bubbles to whatever color you want -_-
@@MrJosexph yeah you right Apple waiting 8 years to give you USB c only to limit data transfer speeds to USB 2.0 from like 2001 and limiting charging to 25 watts instead of 100... Etc etc they do it "right". Don't make excuses for their anti consumer behaviors. Instead if you like apple shame them until they start being the innovation king like they were from like 2000 to 2012 or so
The button looks so cool in the marketing videos, it's a shame the implementation isn't good. I'd rather have a second action button! (maybe with a half press like a normal shutter button on a camera)
I think they made it for vertical content… I’m a photographer as well and I hate the placement but when I’m making vertical content the placement is kind of ok
@@Romafedorov I agree it’s not really that innovative except for the technology on how to use it. I don’t mind it, but not a huge selling point for me on the phone.
1) If you are looking at your phone (even if it is not open) FaceID wakes the screen up to the Lock Screen and you don't need to press the Camera Control button twice, just once to open the app. Further even if set to "one click" opens, you can double click the Camera Control button when *not* looking at the phone (as in your example) and the app opens. The real reason for "two click" to even exist is if you are accidentally pressing the Camera Control button during normal use of the phone and accidentally opening the camera app you can reduce this with "two click" since its more likely you won't unintentionally enter a double click. 2) I agree with the placement of the button, it would be better to be closer to the edge for landscape photography. I suspect the location of the Camera Control is a compromise for two reasons: 1, it likely reduces unintentional presses when using the phone for non-photography purposes and 2, the button is useable when shooting one handed vertically which all the kids for TikTok etc. (and the coming Visual Intelligence mode that will be part of Apple Intelligence) love... it may feel insecure to you but its still more manageable vertically than it would be if it were at the corner. 3) In general I agree with the issues with light vs. firmer presses. I certainly can change settings faster using the screen but I've also learned how to do it with the Camera Control button (more slowly however)... it could see the button being useful to change settings when I don't have both hands available and I need to take a shot but change the settings first. Pretty niche but I do think it's nice to have the option. In general the most important thing to me is the dedicated button to launch the camera app. For that I love the new Camera Control. I know we could assign that to the Action Button but I never liked that location for the camera button on the 15 Pro and having a special button dedicated to the camera is a big win in the 16 series. The second most important thing is I can trigger the shutter with the button. I do find it can induce a tiny bit of shake vs. tapping the screen, but sometimes I am operating the phone one handed and being able to "click the shutter" is very useful (selfies are so much easier!). Finally the jury is still out on the usefulness of the lighter presses of the button controlling settings, but you can disable that if you don't use it but I find I like at least having it as an option even if I seldom need it.
Great job on the video! I’m really curious how the new iPhone stacks up against the Sony ZV-E10 (which I own) or the ZV-E1 (which I’ve been wanting but it’s just way too damn pricey and bulky compared to the iPhone 16 Pro). I shoot handheld almost 100% of the time with the ZV-E10 (the stabilization is such a crap! sometimes I just wanna throw it in the trash). But dropping $2200 for just the body of the ZV-E1, plus lenses, feels ridiculous since I’m mostly just shooting this for nothing. The iPhone’s got insane stabilization, which is perfect for travel, but I swear, the picture quality sometimes looks like pixelated trash, especially in low light. You notice that too, or is it just me? I’m also wondering if the iPhone can really compete for travel videos against a Sony camera. I’ve gotten so used to Sony’s sharpness, bocke ,the focal distance, etc. The iPhone detalization just seems weak in comparison, especially when you blow it up on a big screen. Do you think the convenience of the iPhone makes up for that, or does the quality drop hit you hard when you switch from a proper camera? Honestly, it would be awesome if you could do a video comparing your experience with both the iPhone and ZV-E10. Maybe test them out in different conditions-low light, motion, whatever. I’d love to know if the iPhone’s quality is good enough to be a main video device for travel, or if it’s still just a backup compared to something like the ZV-E10 or ZV-E1
I like your videos man but I have to say i disagree with almost everything you said there. If you pull your phone out of the pocket face id will unlock and you only need to press once. I never hold the camera that way and the button is placed perfectly for me. The argument agains the many functionalities on the button, maybe, but it becomes second nature after you do it a lot of times. Just like a new camera with its many dials. Anyways, thanks for the video, have a good one!
@Romafedorov because I get to. I also get to comment. I like the Camera Control. If I didn't, I wouldn't use it. You made a video about how it sucks. So I watched. Return the iPhone if it sucks since the Camera Control sucks. You can return it within 14 days of purchase.
@@Romafedorov for sure but your argument is stating that it’s a design flaw. No camera is designed for a specific user. There is always a learning curve on how to use it.
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Idk if you have the iPhone 16 Pro too, but I do, and as industrial designer, it has a lot of design and ergonomics flows… even software wise is kind of counterintuitive
When the iPhone camera app is open it stays on until you turn the screen off. So if a single touch were to go straight to the camera that means you could bump it in your pocket, it would open the camera app and completely drain your phone. The next time you take your phone out of your pocket it would be dead.
I think the same problem was faced with the action button, but they corrected it In a software update to detect when its in your pocket with the sensors. Im assuming they are doing the same thing here, if not will be soon.
Will be the same story as the Touch Bar on MacBook Pro I guess
Just for shits and giggles i went to a store to hold and try it out. Yeah that button is worthless and stupid.
I’m glad I’m not the only one that thinks it’s dumb.
the reason apple put the button where it is is because it replaced the 5g antenna, they didnt want to completely redesign the internals for the phone so they took the shortcut.
The redesign is going to be a feature for the iPhone 20
On Android. Locked or not...Press power button twice: launches camera. Had that option forever. Or on lock screen press/hold on quick shortcut to camera.
Thanks for sharing! I haven't had an android for about 5 years haha
who wants to use an andriod tho?
@@Rixynator Mostly just anyone who wants features 8 years before apple. No joke. Almost every feature in the last 10 years that is "new" for apple users was out on android 5-8 years earlier. Ai? old. Waterproof? Old. Face unlock? USB C (omg seriously?!) etc.etc.
Yall worried about bubble colors when on android you can change everyones bubbles to whatever color you want -_-
@@UchihaSumairu I'd rather it done correct than done early.
@@MrJosexph yeah you right Apple waiting 8 years to give you USB c only to limit data transfer speeds to USB 2.0 from like 2001 and limiting charging to 25 watts instead of 100... Etc etc they do it "right". Don't make excuses for their anti consumer behaviors. Instead if you like apple shame them until they start being the innovation king like they were from like 2000 to 2012 or so
The button looks so cool in the marketing videos, it's a shame the implementation isn't good. I'd rather have a second action button! (maybe with a half press like a normal shutter button on a camera)
Well, you might like it more than I do. It seems like I'm being too picky with this, but I don't know..
@@Romafedorov I'll try it but I think I'll probably agree with you, I also hated that silly touch bar on Mac, I'm glad they got rid of it.
i like that its not on the first press, cause it can be opened by accident
I haven't received my iPhone 16, but I'm looking forward to trying out the new camera shutter button. Thanks for sharing.
I hope it'll work better for you!
@@Romafedorov I try to keep an open mind on things.
Really good points. Totally agree
I think they made it for vertical content… I’m a photographer as well and I hate the placement but when I’m making vertical content the placement is kind of ok
Its a good camera shortcut button and shutter button if you are trying to take a quick photo
It’s ok, but nothing like Apple was hyping in their video and stuff. I still find it very gimmicky..
@@Romafedorov I agree it’s not really that innovative except for the technology on how to use it. I don’t mind it, but not a huge selling point for me on the phone.
1) If you are looking at your phone (even if it is not open) FaceID wakes the screen up to the Lock Screen and you don't need to press the Camera Control button twice, just once to open the app. Further even if set to "one click" opens, you can double click the Camera Control button when *not* looking at the phone (as in your example) and the app opens. The real reason for "two click" to even exist is if you are accidentally pressing the Camera Control button during normal use of the phone and accidentally opening the camera app you can reduce this with "two click" since its more likely you won't unintentionally enter a double click.
2) I agree with the placement of the button, it would be better to be closer to the edge for landscape photography. I suspect the location of the Camera Control is a compromise for two reasons: 1, it likely reduces unintentional presses when using the phone for non-photography purposes and 2, the button is useable when shooting one handed vertically which all the kids for TikTok etc. (and the coming Visual Intelligence mode that will be part of Apple Intelligence) love... it may feel insecure to you but its still more manageable vertically than it would be if it were at the corner.
3) In general I agree with the issues with light vs. firmer presses. I certainly can change settings faster using the screen but I've also learned how to do it with the Camera Control button (more slowly however)... it could see the button being useful to change settings when I don't have both hands available and I need to take a shot but change the settings first. Pretty niche but I do think it's nice to have the option.
In general the most important thing to me is the dedicated button to launch the camera app. For that I love the new Camera Control. I know we could assign that to the Action Button but I never liked that location for the camera button on the 15 Pro and having a special button dedicated to the camera is a big win in the 16 series. The second most important thing is I can trigger the shutter with the button. I do find it can induce a tiny bit of shake vs. tapping the screen, but sometimes I am operating the phone one handed and being able to "click the shutter" is very useful (selfies are so much easier!). Finally the jury is still out on the usefulness of the lighter presses of the button controlling settings, but you can disable that if you don't use it but I find I like at least having it as an option even if I seldom need it.
Have you tried pixel 8 or S23?? How are they for cinematic videography?
I haven't
it is a button it goes down when you click it
Great job on the video!
I’m really curious how the new iPhone stacks up against the Sony ZV-E10 (which I own) or the ZV-E1 (which I’ve been wanting but it’s just way too damn pricey and bulky compared to the iPhone 16 Pro). I shoot handheld almost 100% of the time with the ZV-E10 (the stabilization is such a crap! sometimes I just wanna throw it in the trash). But dropping $2200 for just the body of the ZV-E1, plus lenses, feels ridiculous since I’m mostly just shooting this for nothing.
The iPhone’s got insane stabilization, which is perfect for travel, but I swear, the picture quality sometimes looks like pixelated trash, especially in low light. You notice that too, or is it just me?
I’m also wondering if the iPhone can really compete for travel videos against a Sony camera. I’ve gotten so used to Sony’s sharpness, bocke ,the focal distance, etc. The iPhone detalization just seems weak in comparison, especially when you blow it up on a big screen. Do you think the convenience of the iPhone makes up for that, or does the quality drop hit you hard when you switch from a proper camera?
Honestly, it would be awesome if you could do a video comparing your experience with both the iPhone and ZV-E10. Maybe test them out in different conditions-low light, motion, whatever. I’d love to know if the iPhone’s quality is good enough to be a main video device for travel, or if it’s still just a backup compared to something like the ZV-E10 or ZV-E1
Iphone use Sony sensor
Put 3.5 mm jack instead guys just keep it simple
SD card slot wouldve been better
haa o bhi thek bat hai
Is it 50 frames in 4K?
No 4k50p inside the stock camera app.
as an apple fan i agree the 16 lineup sucks
The only good use I have for it is a camera shortcut button
Yep
I click camera control once and the camera opens because when I pickup my phone my face opens my phone so there!!!
Thanks for sharing.
Agree ergonomics sucks.
I like your videos man but I have to say i disagree with almost everything you said there. If you pull your phone out of the pocket face id will unlock and you only need to press once. I never hold the camera that way and the button is placed perfectly for me. The argument agains the many functionalities on the button, maybe, but it becomes second nature after you do it a lot of times. Just like a new camera with its many dials. Anyways, thanks for the video, have a good one!
Well, I'm glad it works for you, but I personally don't like it as of now. Cheers!
Then don’t use the Camera control.
What do I care if you like it or not? It doesn’t bother me.
nobody is asking you to care.... lol
If you don't care, why did you click on the video?
@Romafedorov because I get to. I also get to comment.
I like the Camera Control.
If I didn't, I wouldn't use it.
You made a video about how it sucks. So I watched.
Return the iPhone if it sucks since the Camera Control sucks. You can return it within 14 days of purchase.
I understand the issues you personally have the layout of the button but also not everyone shoots the same way you do.
I understand that. I'm just sharing my experience..
@@Romafedorov for sure but your argument is stating that it’s a design flaw. No camera is designed for a specific user. There is always a learning curve on how to use it.
Yeah camera button is uselsess.
It’s ok for just launching the camera and that’s about it haha
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Thanks for the offer broski, but I’m not interested..
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The button is designed for left handed use. Once you realise that, it is a gamechanger.
Nah you are just being picky for the sake of making a video.
I'm doing reviews. It's my job to be picky..
Idk if you have the iPhone 16 Pro too, but I do, and as industrial designer, it has a lot of design and ergonomics flows… even software wise is kind of counterintuitive
Lmao imagine being so dumb to even defend a thing that literally everyone hates. Go toss a salad instead of coping so hard...
It sucks and you are a corporate slave
nah i’m sorry he’s bot nitpicking this button fucking sucks lmao