iPhone photography awards 2024: Stunning shots taken with smartphones

In an era where smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives, the iPhone Photography Awards offer a unique opportunity to celebrate the best photos taken with these devices. The competition, which over the years has earned the name "Oscars of Mobile Photography", once again surprised the world in 2024 with extraordinary shots. Whether you use the latest iPhone model or an older device, the IPPAWARDS show that talent and creativity are key in creating exceptional photos. Here are this year's winners, who have shown that the best smartphone photos can compete with professional works in every category.

The iPhone Photography Awards (IPPAWARDS), often called the "Oscars of Mobile Photography," is one of the most important photography competitions in the world. It has been organized for 17 years and is dedicated to Apple smartphone users. It attracts both amateurs and professionals from across the globe who wish to showcase their skills in mobile photography.

The competition rules are simple but strict. To participate, the photo must be taken with an iPhone or iPad. Basic editing of photos is allowed, but any changes in Photoshop or other advanced graphic applications are strictly prohibited. It is also essential that the submitted photographs have not been previously published in any media, except for private social media accounts.

The competition is divided into various categories, such as abstraction, animals, architecture, city life, landscape, portrait, and many others. In each of them, participants compete for prestigious awards — the Grand Prize as well as first, second, and third place. The first-place winners in each category receive gold bars, and the second and third-place winners receive platinum bars, adding even more value to the competition.

In 2024, the iPhone Photography Awards once again amazed us with incredible photos taken solely with a smartphone. This year's winners proved that the best smartphone photos can compete with professional shots taken with expensive cameras.

The Grand Prize in 2024 was awarded to a photo taken with an iPhone 15 Pro Max. The jury was impressed with the shot's composition, clarity, and natural lighting. The photographer demonstrated that technology combined with creativity can produce spectacular results.

First place went to a photographer who used an older model — the iPhone 11 Pro Max. The photo stood out with its extraordinary perspective and dynamic capture of the moment, showing that even older Apple smartphone models can deliver high-quality shots.

Second place was won by an iPhone 15 Pro user, and third place went to the owner of an iPhone 14. The diversity of winning models shows that the competition values the photographer's talent above all, not just the latest equipment.

The IPPAWARDS are prestigious and offer a chance to win valuable prizes. The photographs of this year's winners are proof that the best smartphone photos can surprise and inspire.