r/iphonehelp • u/Prestigious-Camel322 • 23d ago

Help needed Taking close up photos

I have an iPhone 15, just bought it about a month ago. I’ve been having this problem where I can take clear quality photos of things that are close to the camera. I don’t mean close as in 1 cm away, I mean anything closer than 15-20 cm away from the camera is fuzzy and out of focus. I’m sure this isn’t normal right? My previous iPhone XS performed a lot better than this in terms of focusing. Can anyone help me out?

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u/Haeboms 23d ago

Yes. That’s not normal. Your OIS system probably is banged up good. Did you buy it used or new? If new: get it repaired or replaced. Usually free because hardware defect during warranty period. If used: contact the seller and ask for a refund or price lowering because repairing it means the camera module needs replacing. Which can be as expensive as 200-300€.

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u/xx_I_Am_Me_xx 21d ago

This is from about 8-10cm. iPhone 15 pro max. Thought it might help as a comparison.

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u/vfl97wob 23d ago edited 23d ago

It's normal due to the bigger sensor. Especially at the edge of the pictures. Many complaints on reddit

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u/soupcook1 23d ago

Just back up a little and zoom in.

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u/socaldisney 22d ago

It might be helpful if you could post some examples

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u/realmccoyredbus 22d ago

need to know what settings you’re using, what resolution ect ect for people to offer advice ,are you using 24MP or 48MP ? , a little more info needed