iPhone 12 Pro Max Rear Camera Replacement

The iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max look like they share a camera, but the Pro Max module is bigger and built differently, so the two aren't interchangeable. Before ordering a camera for a 12 Pro Max, the model check comes first.

This aftermarket rear camera module is the triple camera for the iPhone 12 Pro Max.

Check the 12 Pro Max camera fault before you order

• Confirm the model in Settings; it should say iPhone 12 Pro Max.

• Check the lens glass: if it's cracked, replace the glass first and retest.

• Note the fault: black picture, blur through clean glass, shaking or buzzing, or a lens that won't switch.

Drops and long exposure to vibration are common causes of camera failure. The screen comes off to reach the module, so you'll need pentalobe and tri-point drivers, a suction cup and picks, plus a steady hand. iOS may show a notice about the camera afterward.

With the right module fitted and tested, the 12 Pro Max gets back to sharp photos, zoom and video.