Apple to Introduce 200MP iPhone Cameras in 2028

Apple plans to introduce 200-megapixel camera sensors in its iPhone lineup in 2028, marking a significant upgrade from the current 48-megapixel systems and a shift away from its primary supplier, Sony, toward Samsung for the components.

Analysts at Morgan Stanley predict the debut in the iPhone 21, expected to launch that year following the iPhone 20 in 2027, which will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the original iPhone. The high-resolution sensors, likely reserved for Pro models such as the iPhone 21 Pro and Pro Max, will enhance the device's imaging capabilities. Apple has tested 200-megapixel technology since last spring, but the company has historically prioritized lens quality, software processing, and overall image performance over raw resolution in its cameras.

Currently, the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max feature a triple-camera setup with 48-megapixel sensors across the main, ultra-wide, and telephoto lenses. This represents an evolution from the 12-megapixel cameras used in earlier models, a transition that took several years. The move to 200-megapixel sensors aligns with Apple's strategy to diversify its supply chain and reduce reliance on a single provider. Samsung,...