(Although the Pixel family has a reputation of delivering incredible photos, when I did the Pixel 8 Pro vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max face-off, the latter impressed me more.)
However, after reviewing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, i was taken aback at how well it stacked up against the iPhone 15 Pro Max when I took their cameras for a spin.
However, the iPhone 15 Pro Max has a slight edge in its pixel size, which should offer better dynamic range and less noise.
Test 1 Votes: 1 out of 7 preferred the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Winner: iPhone 15 Pro Max Test 2 Votes: 1 out of 7 preferred the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Winner: iPhone 15 Pro Max Test 3 Votes: 0 out of 7 preferred the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Mashable Light Speed Want more out-of-this world tech, space and science stories?
Winner: iPhone 15 Pro Max Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max: Telephoto test The new Pixel 9 Pro XL has an upgraded Super Res Zoom feature that has a digital zoom that maxes out at 30X.
Test 4 Votes: 5 out of 7 preferred the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Winner: Pixel 9 Pro XL Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max: Ultrawide test And finally, let’s get into the ultrawide test: Pixel 9 Pro XL: 48MP, f/1.7, 123 degrees iPhone 15 Pro Max: 12MP, f/2.2, 120 degrees On paper, the Pixel 9 Pro XL should deliver better detail and more scenery.
Test 5 Votes: 0 out of 7 preferred the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Winner: iPhone 15 Pro Max Pixel 9 Pro XL vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max: Winner As much as I wanted to see the underdog pull through with this one, the iPhone stans preferred the iPhone 15 Pro Max’s photos — for the most part.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max remains undefeated in our blind camera tests.
Recently, Google released the Pixel 9 Pro XL, the newest member of the Pixel family. The troll in me wants to see if, in a blind test, fans of the iPhone would prefer the Android device over their cherished Apple smartphone, especially when it comes to photography.
I’ll be honest: before testing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, I was certain that my iPhone 15 Pro Max would destroy it in a camera test. (Even though the Pixel family is known for producing amazing images, when I compared the Pixel 8 Pro vs. Compared to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, I found the latter to be more impressive. Nevertheless, when I tested the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL’s cameras against those of the iPhone 15 Pro Max, I was shocked by how well it performed.
I conducted seven blind tests with five sets of images to see what the opinions of iPhone aficionados would be. Stay tuned for the outcome.
Pixel 9 Pro XL in comparison. Test of the Wide camera on the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Regarding the primary wide camera lens on both phones, this is what we currently have:.
f/1.8 aperture, 1 point 22 micron, 48 megapixels, iPhone 15 Pro Max.
50 Megapixels, f/1.77 aperture, and 1 point 2 micrometers are features of the Pixel 9 Pro XL.
Because of its higher resolution on paper, the Pixel 9 Pro XL is probably going to capture more detail. Additionally, the Google phone should be able to gather more light thanks to its slightly larger aperture, which should improve low-light performance. The iPhone 15 Pro Max, however, has a tiny advantage in terms of pixel size, so it should provide a greater dynamic range and less noise.
That being said, let’s use the best instruments for determining which phone is superior: our eyes. Image processing and other factors impact camera performance.
Exam 1.
Out of 7 votes, 1 person thought the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was better.
Winner: Max iPhone 15 Pro.
Exam #2.
1 voter out of 7 thought the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was better.
iOS 15 Pro Max emerged victorious.
Examination 3.
0 out of 7 voters said they preferred the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.
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The iPhone 15 Pro Max emerged victorious.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL in comparison. Telephoto test for iPhone 15 Pro Max.
The improved Super Res Zoom feature on the new Pixel 9 Pro XL has a digital zoom that can zoom up to 30 times. (Observe the accuracy with which it focused on individuals 5,280 feet away. I concentrated on the 5X telephoto capabilities of both phones to conduct an apples-to-apples test.
A brief glance at the specifications:.
Pixel 9 Pro XL: 5X optical zoom, f/2.8, 48MP.
12MP, f/2.8, 5X optical zoom iPhone 15 Pro Max.
With these specifications, the Pixel 9 Pro XL ought to provide more detail in photos taken at a closer range.
Exam 4.
5 out of 7 voters said they liked the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better.
Pixel 9 Pro XL is the winner.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL in comparison. Testing ultrawide on the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Let’s now move on to the ultrawide test:.
48MP, f/1.37, 123 degree Pixel 9 Pro XL camera.
12-megapixel, f/2.2, 120-degree iPhone 15 Pro Max.
According to paper, the Pixel 9 Pro XL ought to provide more scenery and finer detail.
Exam 5.
Votes: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL was not preferred by any of the seven voters.
iOS 15 Pro Max emerged victorious.
Comparing Pixel 9 Pro XL to. Champion is the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Even though I really wanted the underdog to win this one, most iPhone fans thought the images from the iPhone 15 Pro Max were better.
When it comes to the telephoto sensor, which is useful for zoomed-in shots and portraits, the iPhone users in this investigation preferred the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.
In our blind camera tests, the iPhone 15 Pro Max continues to win.
