How to Switch Focal Lengths in Portrait Mode on iPhone 11 Pro

[MacRumors]

Apple's Portrait Mode has become a popular way of taking impressive shots using a depth-of-field effect known as bokeh, allowing iPhone users to shoot a photo that keeps the subject sharp with a blurred background.

And now, exclusive to the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max thanks to the triple-lens camera, you can switch between focal lengths in Portrait mode to get the best shot for your chosen scene.

To use Portrait Mode, open the Camera app and swipe to Portrait mode. Portrait Lighting effects will appear at the bottom of the viewfinder.

To change the focal length, tap the circular 1x button in the bottom-left of the viewfinder. 1x corresponds to the wide lens, and 2x switches to the telephoto lens.

You can see the difference between the two modes in the second and third images above, but in general the 2x mode seems to be better for capturing people, while the 1x lens is better for shooting smaller objects.

Apple has widened the aperture of the iPhone 11 Pro's telephoto lens to f/2.0 from f/2.4 in the iPhone X and XS. This allows more light to hit the sensor, which should translate to better Portrait Mode results in lower lighting conditions.

Don't forget, you can now also switch to the front-facing camera and get a selfie in Portrait Mode, too.

Article Link: How to Switch Focal Lengths in Portrait Mode on iPhone 11 Pro

 

[firewire9000]

That’s so cool! I really liked the portrait photos taken by the XR because of the wide angle.

 

[predation]

That’s so cool! I really liked the portrait photos taken by the XR because of the wide angle.

Does this mean with the pros you don’t have to stand as far for portrait?
One thing I didn’t like about the xs vs xr.

 

[sterlingindigo]

Anyone know the equivalent millimeters each of the lens’ are?

 

[firewire9000]

Does this mean with the pros you don’t have to stand as far for portrait?
One thing I didn’t like about the xs vs xr.

That’s right.

 

[NightFox]

Can't help thinking that Apple should rename it from 'portrait' mode to something like 'lighting' or 'effects' mode

 

[alpi123]

Anyone know the equivalent millimeters each of the lens’ are?

It's written in the camera app.
Ultra Wide - 13mm
Wide - 26mm
Tele - 52mm

 

[eyeseeyou]

So the tele is the closest to a “nifty fifty” lens on a dslr?

 

[zorinlynx]

Has anyone noticed the ultra-wide camera is a bit soft? It looks a bit out of focus compared to the other two cameras. I'm not sure if it might be a problem with my phone which is why I'm asking if others have noticed too.

I suppose I'll stop by an Apple Store and take a few photos with display models to compare.

 

[carlos916]

What’s up with thr front facing camera?? It twitches when you tap on that zoom in button? Anyone else noticed that?

 

[Suxamethonium]

So the tele is the closest to a “nifty fifty” lens on a dslr?

Yep, which makes the 13mm really wide!

 

[eyeseeyou]

Yep, which makes the 13mm really wide!

I recently sold my dslr but when I had it i only used it for family events and generally only used a nifty fifty lens. Bokehtastic

 

[SumanC]

I recently buy a I phone 11 (non pro and non max). Every things is ok but I can’t get portrait mode in ultra wide camera. Currently I’m using 13.1.2.