New comparison confirms bad iPhone 6 image processing

[HiRez]

New test today on the iPhone 6 camera:

How does the iPhone 6 camera compare to previous iPhone cameras?

And she comes to the same conclusion I did (and others have), that the 6 noise reduction is too high:

Although the iPhone 6 photo has a higher level of detail, I’m finding it slightly pixelated and blotchy-looking. Apple altered their local tone-mapping algorithm for better exposure and contrast using the new A8 processor, but it looks like it might be causing some issues with the skin tones in these shots. Additionally, their new noise reduction algorithm seems a bit heavy handed causing pixelation.

Is this really what people want? In the past Apple has had a steady hand on striking the right balance with their image processing, which has lead to them leading the pack of mobile camera manufacturers. For me, the camera should be the best part of the iPhone and frankly this ruins the whole thing for me. Sad to see Apple give in like this. I can only hope it's a mistake, or they will realize they went too far and back it off. If that means a little more grain, so be it, I would prefer it.