iPhone models that support Portrait modeDifference between Portrait mode and Portrait LightingHow to take Portrait mode Photos on iPhoneHow to use Portrait Lighting effects on iPhoneHow to take a Portrait mode selfieHow to change Portrait Lighting effects afterwardsHow to use Depth Control on iPhoneHow to remove Portrait mode effect from Photos
iPhone models that support Portrait mode
Apple debuted Portrait mode for the first time on iPhone 7 Plus. Since then, most devices support it. Here is the full list.
iPhone 7 PlusiPhone 8 PlusiPhone XiPhone XRiPhone Xs and Xs MaxiPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro MaxiPhone SE 2020iPhone 12 mini, 12, 12 Pro and 12 Pro MaxiPhone 13 mini, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
Notes:
Except for iPhone 7 Plus, all models listed above support Portrait Lighting, though the number of effects varies. For example, iPhone XR only supports Natural Light, Studio Light, and Contour Light. High-Key Light Mono is available on both cameras of iPhone Xs and later, but only on the front camera of the iPhone XROn iPhone 11 Pro and newer, tap the 2x button to zoom out and use the Wide camera. By default on these devices, the Portrait mode uses the Telephoto cameraFor clicking Portrait Selfie, you need iPhone X and laterWant Portrait mode on devices not on this list?
Difference between Portrait mode and Portrait Lighting
These two terms may seem similar. However, there is a difference.
Portrait mode blurs the background and keeps the main subject sharp. In short, it tries to mimic (using multiple cameras and/or software) the bokeh-style effect of DSLR camerasPortrait Lighting (on all models listed above except iPhone 7 Plus) are studio-quality lighting effects (Studio Light, Contour Light, Stage Light, Stage Light Mono, High-Key Mono) that you can apply to Portrait mode photos while shooting or while editing in Photos app
How to take Portrait mode Photos on iPhone
Note: Suppose you do not follow the on-screen instruction and the effect name does not turn yellow, but you still click the picture. In this case, it will be a regular photo without any background blur effects.
How to use Portrait Lighting effects on iPhone
You can click a photo in Portrait mode and apply the Portrait Lighting effect while editing. You may also click with these effects. The steps and instructions are almost the same as above.
How to take a Portrait mode selfie
On iPhone X and later, you can use the front camera to click Portrait Selfies. The process is the same as Portrait mode shots.
How to change Portrait Lighting effects afterwards
Suppose you click an image with the effect CONTOUR LIGHT, but now you wish to change it. You can do it effortlessly after the image is saved to the gallery. Note: After switching to a different effect, want to go back to the original? Follow up to step 3. Then tap on Revert and confirm by tapping Revert to Original.
How to use Depth Control on iPhone
Depth Control lets you change the level of a background blur of a Portrait mode image after you have clicked it. You can increase the blur or decrease it accordingly. You can use it on iPhone Xs, XR, and later. Here is how. Note: You can adjust the Portrait Lighting effect too following the above steps. Make sure in step 4, you tap on the Portrait Lighting button (dot and a circle inside hexagon).
How to remove Portrait mode effect from Photos
It is possible to convert Portrait mode photos to standard photos without any background blur. To do this: Note: Changed your mind yet again and want to get back the blur effect? From Recent or All Photos, open the photo. (This time it would not be under Portraits). Tap on Edit. And then tap on the white word PORTRAIT. Tap Done. You may also like: Remove Filters and Effects from Photos on iPhone Signing off… This is how to click and edit Portrait mode pictures on the iPhone. I hope this guide was helpful. If you need some more assistance, please feel free to reach us using the comment sections. Also, read similar articles…
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