I updated my iPhone 16 model and right after that first it took time to even detect camera as it was showing black screen. So i have to restart the phone and I saw some error which says camera or some part not loaded. Seems issue with some library may be.
But after the camera started working fine, I noticed I no longer have the 0.5x zoom option. anyone facing the same problem?
iPhone 16, iOS 26
Hi Jeff, I have described it in the post itself and yes its the native apple camera and not any third party app.
I have lost the 0.5x camera option in the Camera mode, additional context which I have observed additionally,
after the iOS26 upgrade I lost the flip ability in potrait mode. It works only in selfie/front camera mode only. Same issue for Cinematic mode.
The recent upgrade which was release 26.0.1 didn't help either. When the upgrade was done for a second when I started the camera, I could see 0.5x but again the issue still exist.
In the Parts & Service I see Camera is listed as Unknown now.
Have you requested diagnostics from Apple Support? If not, you need to have Apple perform diagnostics on your iPhone. It can be done in person at an Apple Retail Store or at an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can also contact Apple Support and request remote diagnostics.
If you’re in the US, please call 1-800-MY-APPLE, or outside the US, consult the support articles below. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3394.
Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
Have you requested diagnostics from Apple Support? If not, you need to have Apple perform diagnostics on your iPhone. It can be done in person at an Apple Retail Store or at an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can also contact Apple Support and request remote diagnostics.
If you’re in the US, please call 1-800-MY-APPLE, or outside the US, consult the support articles below. In Canada, call 1-800-263-3394.
Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
Try and force restart the iPhone to see if the issues persist
Press and quickly release the volume up button. Press and quickly release the volume down button. Press and hold the side button.When the Apple logo appears, release the side button.
If this is not working you might want to give this to apple as feedback. PLEase use this form for that
I have the same issue and I went to an Apple Store today and they told me the only way to fix the issue is by replacing the camera and the cost is $200!
Are you guys still having the issue?
I have an iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Thanks for the suggestion, but this doesn't help. I have reported the problem. In addition I observed that the camera flip option is also missing from Cinematic and Potrait mode.
Hi
I am facing the similar problem with my iPhone 14 Pro Max.
could you please confirm if this issue got resolved for you?
Please describe the challenges you’re facing with your iPhone camera? Are you using the native Apple Camera app or a third party app?
No, its still the same for me even after 26.0.1 upgrade.
0.5x is still not showing and i am also not using any third party camera it is the original one not sure in settings it shows camera is unknown. Maybe this is the issue
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Hello, I have the same problem on my Iphone 13 Pro. I wanted to know if you were able to solve this issue, or if it still doesn't work and the 0.5 option is not available.
0.5x camera option missing after upgrade to iOS26
