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When I look at the two images side-by-side, theres not a whole lot between them.

When I look through some of the other shots, again I cant tell a big difference between them.

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At the same time, the iPhone 16 Pro Maxs macro shots have better definition.

Although, Ill say again that the iPhone 14 Pro Max puts up a good fight.

But more importantly, theres simply much more definition with the portrait photos of the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

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Meanwhile, Im surprised that the iPhone 14 Pro Maxs ultrawide camera manages to hold up well again.

Additionally, the stone pavement near the middle of the shot has a little bit more definition.

Otherwise, I love how easy it is to capture panoramas with either of them.

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The areas where I see the biggest differences include low light, zooming and ultrawide.

However, Im still waiting for greater gains before making the switch.

Theres also the newCamera Control buttonwith the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

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