iPhonePhoneGPS metadata
iPhone 15 Pro EXIF Data Guide
A practical field-by-field EXIF checklist for iPhone 15 Pro originals.
When checking iPhone 15 Pro, start with GPS and location metadata to quickly tell whether the file still looks original.
Best EXIF fields to check on iPhone 15 Pro
Use the untouched original photo rather than a file exported through chat or another app.
| Field | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Make | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| Model | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| DateTimeOriginal | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| latitude | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| longitude | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| ExposureTime | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| FNumber | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| ISO | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| LensModel | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
| Software | Whether this field survives often depends on the model and export workflow. |
Best file type to inspect
Use the untouched original photo rather than a file exported through chat or another app.
Privacy reminder
Phone photos are more likely to retain GPS data, so check location fields before sharing.