According to DigiTimes, Apple is expected to surprise the global tech industry with the launch of the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone is rumored to feature a significant camera upgrade, including 5x optical zoom and an impressive 25x digital zoom capability.
This iPhone 16 Pro is speculated to incorporate a tetraprism periscope lens technology, and it won’t be exclusive to the Pro Max version.

The iPhone 16 Pro is expected to offer superior camera performance compared to its predecessor, the iPhone 15 Pro.
Supply chain leaks suggest that Largan Precision and Genius Electronic Optical are the two companies developing optical components for this project. Notably, Largan Precision from Taiwan, previously supplied periscope lenses for the iPhone 15 Pro Max and will now handle a significant portion of orders for the next generation. According to Largan’s president, Adam Lin, revenue in the optical components sector is expected to increase significantly from September to November 2024, aligning with the anticipated launch timeframe of the iPhone 16 Pro.
The tetraprism periscope lens, first introduced in the iPhone 15 Pro Max, offered 5x optical zoom and 25x digital zoom capabilities, while the iPhone 15 Pro supported lower zoom levels. This upgrade is not just about zoom capabilities but also significantly improves image stabilization and low-light photography performance.

The iPhone 16 Pro’s camera system will be a powerhouse with the periscope lens.
GSEO, a new entrant to the supply chain, is currently in the product quality testing phase and is expected to commence production by mid-July if the tests go as planned.
With the iPhone 16 Pro, users can look forward to breakthroughs not only in mobile photography but also in other special features. These include a high-performance display, longer battery life, support for Wi-Fi 7 and 5G Advance, graphene-based cooling system, and advanced AI capabilities. The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are sure to be must-have devices in Apple’s upcoming launch season.