User level: Level 6 (14,102 points)Using iOS 27 on a 17 Pro Max. I Googled and the instructions it gave to do this don't appear to be current with the latest software.
Thanks in advance!
MtD
Posted on Sep 20, 2026 2:18 PM
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)Sep 20, 2026 2:43 PM in response to Meg The Dog
Apple does not allow you to set the 0.5x Ultra Wide lens as the permanent default when launching the native Camera app, even on iOS 27 running on an iPhone 17 Pro Max. The "Default Lens" setting in your configuration menu only allows you to select between variations of the main 1x Fusion camera—specifically 1x (24mm), 1.2x (28mm), or 1.5x (35mm).
User level: Level 9 (64,078 points)Sep 20, 2026 3:34 PM in response to Meg The Dog
There are third party apps that do set a default. A few are free, most are purchase or subscription.
User level: Level 6 (14,102 points)Sep 20, 2026 2:54 PM in response to WheelieNick
OK, thanks!
MtD
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256361456