iPhone Duo's 48MP Camera Matches iPhone 17e Specs—Raises Value Questions

Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo, priced at ₹2,99,900 in India, features a main camera with specifications strikingly similar to the much cheaper iPhone 17e, raising questions about its premium value. Both the Duo and 17e share a 48MP Fusion Main camera with a 26mm focal length, f/1.6 aperture, optical stabilisation, and Hybrid Focus Pixels, plus a 2x optical-quality zoom. In contrast, the iPhone 18 Pro Max offers a variable aperture, 100% Focus Pixels, and a dedicated telephoto camera. Apple has not confirmed using the identical sensor, and the foldable's complex design—with two displays, a hinge, and a 5.2mm thickness—likely prioritises form factor over camera innovation. This positions the Duo as a design showcase rather than a photography flagship.