photos taking up too much storage
so, i have 19.6k photos but in my storage it shows it's taking up 70gb. i don't know why, and i've tried everything but nothing seems to help. any advice?
iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 15
Please check you camera setting, what format are you using?
About Apple ProRes on iPhone 13 Pro - Apple Support (OM)
iPhone 13 can capture great photo, but the files can also get very big.
If you want to save space you should go with "High Efficiency" all other selections should be off.
This is sufficient for most user, but some need higher quality and they pay with bigger files.
Are you using iCloud?
Set up iCloud on all your devices - Apple Support (OM)
Manage your photo and video storage - Apple SupportOfficial Apple Support › en-us
Store your photos and videos in iCloud
Your photos and videos are stored on your device in their original, high-resolution version. This means that they use a lot of space on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. With iCloud Photos, you can make more space available on your device and have your entire collection, everywhere you go.
Get started with iCloud Photos:
- Tap Settings > [your name] > iCloud > Photos.
- Turn on iCloud Photos.
- Select Optimize iPhone Storage to save space on your device.
Yes unfortunately you have to pay for iCloud, if you need more than 5GB.
iCloud+ plans and pricing - Apple Support
Ralf