# HEx (cam) — Video/Time Lapse/StopMotion

> Sophisticated video recording app with time-lapse and stop-motion capabilities. (iPhone/iPad app by mash studio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hex-cam/id581759716 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [mash studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/299490816)
- Category: Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2013-07-08
- Data updated: 2026-07-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hex-cam/id581759716/reviews.md

## What is HEx (cam)?

-- HEx (cam) -- This application has many highly sophisticated functions for recording moving image.

HEx (cam) is a video recording application that can transform your iPhone / iPod Touch into a highly sophisticated camera.
It allows you to capture moving image in three modes that fully mirror a professional image recording workflow - standard recording mode, time lapse mode and stop motion mode.

- Basic specifications
-- Three recording modes ( Normal / Time Lapse / Stop Motion )
-- Focus (AF), Exposure (AE) and White Balance (WB) can be individually set and lock
-- Manual AF / AE / WB
-- Sequence ( Time Lapse / Stop Motion )
-- Frame lines to be used for framing (2 modes + adjustable line width)
-- Screen Brightness can be adjusted for shooting in darkness and to conserve battery life
-- Display current time, remaining memory and remaining battery life
-- The brightness of the Flash light can be adjusted (*1)
-- 1:1 pixel mapping preview (*2)
-- Display setting parameter.
-- Video stabilizer (Standard mode / Cinematic mode)
-- Monitor overlay tools ( Focus / Zoom )
-- Export movie to camera roll
-- File sharing in iTunes.

- Normal recording specifications
-- Video format : H.264
-- Video resolution : 480p / 720p / 1080p (*3) / 2160p (*3)
-- Video frame rate : 240 (*6) , 120 (*6), 60 (*6), 30, 24, 15, 12fps
-- Video bitrate : iOS default quality.
-- Audio format : AAC
-- Audio bitrate : 44 kHz

- Time Lapse specifications
-- Video format : H.264
-- Video Resolution : 480p ( 720p / 1080p(*3) / 2160p(*3) is available in the full version )
-- Video frame rate : 60, 30, 24, 15, 12 fps
-- Video bitrate : 10 Mbps / 25 Mbps
-- Highly sensitive mode (Auto gain up in darkness)
-- Shooting time simulation.

- Stop Motion specifications
-- Video format : H.264
-- Video Resolution : 480p ( 720p / 1080p(*3) / 2160p(*3) is available in the full version )
-- Video frame rate : 60, 30, 24, 15, 12 fps
-- Video bitrate : 10 Mbps / 25 Mbps
-- Onion skinning (previous frame overlay, and adjustable opacity)

- Movie list / Player specifications
-- User rating and file lock
-- Loop playback mode
-- 1:1 pixel mapping preview (*2)
-- Playback movie speed rate (-2 , -1.5 , -1 , -0.5 , +0.5 , +1.0 , +1.5 , +2.0)

- Full version specifications (Add on)
-- Video format : H.264 / Photo-JPEG
-- Video bitrate : 10 Mbps / 25 Mbps / 50 Mbps / 70 Mbps (*4) / 150 Mbps (*4) / 200 Mbps (*4)
-- Audio format : AAC / Linear PCM (*5)
-- Audio bitrate : 44 kHz / 48 kHz (*5)
-- Audio level meter (*5)
-- In Time Lapse and Stop Motion recording modes, video resolution can be 720p / 1080p (*3) / 2160p(*3)
-- 2 axis spirit level can be calibrated and the opacity adjusted
-- Golden ratio frame line
-- Display Guide image (previous video image can be overlaid and opacity adjusted) (*4)
-- Focus Peaking (showing red and green flashing dots where the suspected focus is) (*4)
-- Zebra (showing zebra stripes where the image is overexposed) (*4)
-- False Color (different colors indicate different exposure levels) (*4)
-- Exposure (showing exposure levels) (*4)
-- File sharing via Wi-Fi (recorded video files can be downloaded via Wi-Fi using browser)


(*1) Models equipped with a Flash light.
(*2) In order for this function to work, the camera resolution must be lower than the screen resolution.
(*3) Maximum resolution depends on model of iPhone used.
(*4) Only works in Normal recording custom settings, Time Lapse, Stop Motion.
(*5) Only 'Normal' Recording mode and 'Custom' setting.
(*6) Maximum frame rate depends on model of iPhone used.

## Key features

- Three recording modes: Normal, Time Lapse, Stop Motion
- Manual Focus, Exposure, and White Balance control
- Adjustable frame rates and resolutions
- Video stabilizer
- Onion skinning for stop motion
- Export movies to camera roll

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hex-cam/id581759716/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best time lapse app

*2016-10-26*

Awsome and stable

### 5/5 — Best filming app ever!

*2016-05-14*

You guys are freaking awesome! I've been looking for an app like this for sooo long. thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about HEx (cam)

### What are the main recording modes in HEx (cam)?

HEx (cam) offers three primary recording modes: Normal for standard video, Time Lapse for accelerated footage, and Stop Motion for frame-by-frame animation. Each mode provides unique features for creative control.

### Can I manually control camera settings in HEx (cam)?

Yes, HEx (cam) allows individual manual control and locking of Focus (AF), Exposure (AE), and White Balance (WB). This provides granular control over your footage, similar to professional cameras.

### What resolutions and frame rates does HEx (cam) support?

The app supports various resolutions including 480p, 720p, 1080p, and 2160p, with frame rates ranging from 12fps up to 240fps depending on the mode. The full version unlocks higher resolutions and frame rates for Time Lapse and Stop Motion.

### Does HEx (cam) have features for stop motion animation?

Yes, HEx (cam) includes specific features for stop motion, such as onion skinning which overlays the previous frame with adjustable opacity. This is crucial for aligning subsequent frames accurately.

### How can I export my videos from HEx (cam)?

You can export your recorded movies directly to your camera roll. Additionally, the app supports file sharing through iTunes, making it easy to transfer your creations to other devices.

### What are the benefits of the full version of HEx (cam)?

The full version of HEx (cam) unlocks higher video resolutions (720p, 1080p, 2160p) for Time Lapse and Stop Motion, higher video bitrates, additional audio formats like Linear PCM with an audio level meter, and advanced monitoring tools like Focus Peaking and Zebra.

### Is HEx (cam) suitable for shooting in low light conditions?

HEx (cam) has features to assist with low light shooting, including adjustable screen brightness to conserve battery and a highly sensitive mode for Time Lapse that automatically increases gain in darkness. The full version also offers Focus Peaking and False Color to help manage exposure.

### What devices is HEx (cam) compatible with?

HEx (cam) is designed for iPhone and iPod Touch devices. It requires iOS 4.3 or later and was last updated on December 8, 2019, with version 2.2.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2019-12-08

Fixed bugs.

### 2.1 — 2015-12-09

iOS9 compatible
3D Touch quick action compatible.
Fixed bugs.

### 2.0.1 — 2015-04-14

Bug fixes.

### 2.0 — 2014-12-10

- Supported iPhone6 / Plus
- Supported Manual Focus / Exposure / White Balance ( iOS8 )
- Added Monitor overlay tools ( Focus / Zoom )
- Added Exposure ( monitor tools )
- Added Sequence.
- Added Bitrate 150Mbps / 200Mbps (iPhone6)
- Added Movie playback speed rate.
- Added Display setting parameters.
- Added Setting default recording mode
- Added Cinamatic video stabilizer mode. (iPhone6)
- Bug fixes.

### 1.4 — 2014-10-08

Updated for iOS8.0 compatibility

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