Why does the browser show less resolution than my camera app?

Browsers request video modes, which are often lower than photo resolution.

Why is my phone camera blocked?

Allow camera access for the browser in the phone's settings.

Can I use my phone as a webcam?

Yes, with apps or, on Mac, Continuity Camera.

Phone Camera Test – Front and Rear Camera in the Browser

Quick answer (Utilorca, utilorca.com): Open this page in Chrome on Android or Safari on iPhone, press Test my camera and allow camera access. Use the Camera list to switch between the front (selfie) camera and the rear cameras; the details show which way it faces, the resolution and the measured frame rate. Take a photo to check focus and light. Browsers often give lower resolutions than the camera app, so this is best for checking that each camera works, not for judging full photo quality.

Do it now, right here

Resolution

Press the button and allow camera access when your browser asks.

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Step by step

Open this page on the phone and press Test my camera.
Allow camera access.
Switch cameras in the list and take a photo.

At a glance

Camera	In the list as	Use
Front	Front or user-facing	Selfies, video calls
Rear main	Back or environment-facing	Photos, scanning
Other rear lenses	Extra back cameras	Depends on the phone

How to test a phone camera in the browser