BitCam

BitCam

vintage one-bit photography

72 ratings
116 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 9, 2016
  • October 14, 2025
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Capture photos with a unique one-bit camera, producing images with only black and white pixels. Experience a retro interface with mechanical sounds and experiment with different pixel resolutions and an 8-color mode. Save your creations as clean PNG files for printing or digital projects.

One-bit camera (black and white pixels)
Retro interface with mechanical sounds
Multiple pixel resolutions
8-color mode option
Clean PNG output
Atkinson dithering method
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What's New in BitCam

1.0.6

October 14, 2025

Version 1.0.6 fixes a bug that could occur in the Photos Edit extension, preventing use of Color mode.

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In-App Purchases

$4.99

Color Graphics Card

Enables color graphics.

User reviews

A average 8-bit camera.

Honestly, I love old tech and low res graphics. And this reminds me of that. I used it for portraits mainly, but sometimes I can use it for aesthetic or to play around when I’m bored. Only problem is that color cost money. And they don’t have a zoom feature also. And if they add zoom then PLEASE DON’T make it cost something, as it’s ridiculous, especially paying for color is ridiculous. But overall, great app!
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супер но

супер но сделайте возможность отключить звук, очень громкий. и непонятно что за зеленая лампочка вибрирует в углу ..

Response from developer

Спасибо за ваш отзыв! Зелёный индикатор — это чисто косметический элемент, напоминающий индикатор дисковода на старых компьютерах Macintosh. Мы работаем над обновлением, которое позволит отключать такие функции, как звук и индикатор. Следите за новостями!

New update seemingly broke color mode in Photos edit widget

After working great for many years and retroactively scanning photos I took with my SLR into 8-bit glory, the app kept asking me to install color graphics in the Photos edit mode. Color works fine when taking pictures still, just not for altering existing photos. I can still save black & white scans from the edit widget.
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Response from developer

Thanks for reporting this bug, and sorry for the inconvenience! It should now be fixed in the 1.0.6 update. Don’t hesitate to reach out at contact@heliographe.net for support in the future. Cheers!

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I don’t think I can put into words the little tickle in my heart I get when I see the color photos taken with this app. It’s not a filter. You can zoom in and see all the chunky little bits of color making up the image and that alone is worth 10x the price I paid.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Color graphics not working

Bug

Doesn't recognize camera access

Bug

Saves photos in incorrect orientation

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to import/edit existing photos

Feature

Video recording function

Feature

Option to adjust brightness/exposure

Feature

Ability to mute sounds

Feature

Inverted mode

Feature

FAQ

What kind of photos can I take with this app?

This app allows you to capture photos using a unique one-bit camera, meaning your images will consist solely of pure black and pure white pixels, with no grayscale. You can also experiment with an 8-color mode to add a bit more color while maintaining a distinct aesthetic.

What are the key features of this photography app?

Key features include a one-bit camera for pure black and white images, a delightfully old-school interface with mechanical sounds, three different pixel resolutions for experimentation, and an optional 8-color mode. The app also utilizes the Atkinson dithering method for rendering.

How can I use the photos I create with this app?

The app provides clean PNG output, which means your created photos are ready for various uses. You can print them directly, incorporate them into digital collages, or utilize them in other digital art projects.

Is this app free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it does offer in-app purchases. This allows users to access additional features or content if they choose to purchase them.

What is the Atkinson dithering method mentioned in the description?

The Atkinson dithering method is a technique used to simulate shades of gray using only black and white pixels. This app employs this method to create its distinctive one-bit photographic aesthetic, honoring its inventor, Bill Atkinson.