Halide Camera App Adds Full Aperture Control on iPhone 18 Pro
The Halide Mark III camera app has received an update that provides full control over the variable aperture of the new iPhone 18 Pro’s main camera. Unlike Apple's native iOS camera, which limits users to four preset f-stop options, third-party apps like BlackMagic Camera and Moment Pro Camera II offer up to ten presets in 1/3 stop increments. Halide now allows for even finer control by letting users select any f-stop setting between f/1.48 and f/4.0. In addition to aperture enhancements, the update introduces two new photography looks: Dawn, which adds warmth to images, and Quicksilver, a high-contrast look with muted colors inspired by silver-retention processes. The app launched earlier this year with features like film simulation engines and multiple photo styles, further solidifying its appeal among professional photographers seeking more creative control on iOS devices.
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