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Updated · 9to5Mac · Jun 22
iPhone 18 Pro Main Camera Module Grows Over 2mm as Leak Signals Major Upgrade
Updated
Updated · 9to5Mac · Jun 22

iPhone 18 Pro Main Camera Module Grows Over 2mm as Leak Signals Major Upgrade

3 articles · Updated · 9to5Mac · Jun 22

Summary

  • A new leak says Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro will add more than 2mm to the rear aluminum back panel, pointing to a noticeably thicker main camera area.
  • Fixed Focus Digital attributed the change to an enlarged main camera module, suggesting bigger internal components rather than a minor exterior redesign.
  • The leak adds detail to earlier hints from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who said the iPhone 18 Pro would bring some of the biggest camera hardware upgrades in the lineup’s history.
  • Variable aperture remains one of the few widely rumored features, but the larger module suggests Apple’s main camera could be the standout hardware change in the 2026 Pro models.

Insights

The iPhone 18 Pro's camera bump is growing over 2mm. Is Apple sacrificing its iconic sleek design for professional photo quality?
With camera costs soaring 50%, will Apple absorb the hit to keep the iPhone 18 Pro's launch price unchanged this September?
Will the iPhone 18 Pro's variable aperture deliver the creative control that has kept dedicated cameras relevant for enthusiasts?