Is an argument about corner cases where computational improvement does make sense an argument in good faith when used as an excuse to take away control in all cases?
Afaik there are photo apps on the iphone that let you have all the control you want so you can use those when you want control and use the default when you just want a quick photo knowing the pros/cons.
The Apple algorithm visibly and significantly changes color, contrast, and likely curves, for every image, including in RAW format. Without my consent and with no option to opt out.
The Apple camera app is accessible quickly without unlocking the phone and I use that feature most of the time when I travel.
So I end up with thousands of crappyfied images. Infuriating.
You buying the device which makes proper images in low-light/moving situations despite its small sensor size is your goddamn consent. Buy a shitty cellphone from 2004 if you want shitty photos. Or throw some blur and noise on an iphone photo if that makes you happier.