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Stunning iPhone Pics Crowned 2026 Photography Champs
2 Jul
Summary
- iPhone Photography Awards celebrate images taken solely on iPhones.
- Grand Prix winner used an iPhone 15 Pro; other top photos used older models.
- Competition emphasizes artistic vision over the latest hardware.
The 2026 iPhone Photography Awards have announced their winners, showcasing remarkable images captured exclusively with iPhone and iPad cameras. This year's Grand Prix was awarded to Robyn Jensen for a stunning night photograph of a volcano, taken with an iPhone 15 Pro.
The competition highlights that exceptional photography is achievable with various iPhone models, not just the latest. A first-place award was given to Gellert Gombai for a black-and-white image taken with an iPhone X, a model released in 2017, demonstrating that older devices can produce award-winning results.
IPPAwards founder Kenan Aktulun noted a shift in the competition over its 20-year history, from exploring the device's capabilities to showcasing the photographer's unique vision. Winners are chosen from 12 categories and must be shot on Apple devices, with edits made on the device rather than desktop software.
Despite technical limitations of phone cameras compared to traditional ones, the awards underscore that artistic talent can transcend equipment. The collection proves that the most compelling aspect is the photographer's perspective, echoing the sentiment that great artists can come from anywhere.
