The iPhone 16 (Plus) and iPhone 16 Pro (Max) have a special Camera Control button. This camera control can be found on the right side of the device under the side button and can be an aid when taking photos. If desired, you can adjust the pressure sensitivity.
Using the pressure-sensitive button you can activate and use camera functions without having to tap the screen. For example, you can press the button to open the Camera app, swipe between the options, press softly to activate the AE/AF lock, etc.
Camera controller for iPhone
The iPhone 16 (Pro) has a brand new and pressure-sensitive camera controller, Camera Control in English. You can use this smart button while taking photos and videos. And you get it faster access to the camera tools. Drag your finger to adjust the exposure or depth of field, for example. And scroll through the different lenses or use digital zoom to capture everything the way you want.
Conditions and location
The camera control can be found on the right side of the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The elongated button is placed on the side below the side button and can be used while using the camera app and third-party apps that use the camera. Do you want to use the AE/AF lock? Then you must have installed iOS 18.2 or newer.
Adjust camera controller pressure sensitivity
Are you having trouble operating the Camera Control button? Then you can try to adjust the pressure sensitivity. This way you can ensure that you have to press the button softer or harder to use it. This is especially useful when you need to press the button gently.
Camera control accessibility
- Open Settings
- Go to ‘Camera’
- Tap ‘Camera Control’
- Go to ‘Accessibility’
You can then change various aspects of the Camera Control button. This way you can disable the soft press or swipe on the button. You can also change the pressure sensitivity, for example by making gentle pressure more sensitive with the ‘Softer’ option or less sensitive with the ‘Harder’ option.
Furthermore, you can change the double soft press speed and speed up or slow down the double-click speed. This way you can tailor the controller more to your needs.