iOS 27 brings powerful upgrades to the iPhone's Camera app, particularly for users with AI-compatible models or the iPhone 18 Pro. A new 'Siri' mode on AI-compatible devices integrates visual intelligence features into the full Camera app, allowing users to capture text for translation, add event flyers to calendars, and get plant care instructions. Customizable controls let users personalize the interface by tapping an 'Edit' button to add or remove favorite controls in modes like Photo and Video. iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max owners gain exclusive access to Pro controls for adjusting lens aperture, shutter speed, and white balance, plus upgraded 'Photographic Styles 3' with texture and grain controls.

The new Apple Reference Image feature lets users capture and share reference images acting as digital negatives to verify original camera capture. These updates enhance workflow efficiency and creative precision across the iPhone lineup.