Best LF Companion alternatives: apps like LF Companion

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
7 free apps
Updated November 2026

LF Companion is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to LF Companion

Pinhole Assist#1

Pinhole Assist by Le bord de la piscine

lightmeter with reciprocity
4.9(19 ratings)
$2.99
Pinhole Assist screenshot 1
Pinhole Assist screenshot 2
Pinhole Assist screenshot 3
Pinhole Assist screenshot 4
Pinhole Assist screenshot 5

This app acts as a light meter and exposure calculator for various photographic techniques, including pinhole, view camera, and wet-plate. It offers features like reciprocity compensation, built-in timers, and the ability to save camera and film settings.

2.5(4 ratings)
$1.99In-App Purchases
Reciprocity Timer screenshot 1
Reciprocity Timer screenshot 2
Reciprocity Timer screenshot 3
Reciprocity Timer screenshot 4
Reciprocity Timer screenshot 5
Reciprocity Timer screenshot 6

This app helps film photographers calculate exposure compensation for reciprocity failure. It offers a standard version for basic calculations and a pro version with advanced features like note-taking and custom film databases. It also includes an exposure timer and filter compensation tools.

Lightme - Logbook#3

Lightme - Logbook by Giuseppe Bertolini

Your bff 4 analog photography
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.8(104 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
Lightme - Logbook screenshot 1
Lightme - Logbook screenshot 2
Lightme - Logbook screenshot 3
Lightme - Logbook screenshot 4
Lightme - Logbook screenshot 5

This app helps analog photographers meticulously track their film rolls, shots, and development processes. It allows for detailed logging of gear and consumables, with features for data visualization and export. Users can also manage film holders and add post-development notes with photos of final results.

More apps like LF Companion

4
Lghtmtr
Lghtmtr
Lghtmtr
The minimalist light meter
Free

This app provides a minimalist light meter to help users determine ideal exposure settings for photography. It visually demonstrates the relationship between ISO, aperture, and shutter speed, making it intuitive for learning photographers.

Minimalist light meterIntuitive exposure settingsVisual feedback
📷 Photo & Video
(159)
free
5
Kino - Pro Video Camera
Kino - Pro Video Camera
Kino - Pro Video Camera
Grade Log Movies with LUTs
$9.99

Easily create cinematic videos with professional color presets and automatic motion smoothing. Offers advanced manual controls and LUT import for experienced filmmakers. Learn filmmaking with free lessons.

Cinematic color presetsAutomatic motion smoothingManual camera controls
📷 Photo & Video
(2K)
paid
6
Lightme - Lightmeter
Lightme - Lightmeter
Lightme - Lightmeter
A clean, powerful lightmeter
Free

This app provides a powerful yet simple light metering tool for photographers. It offers advanced features like spot metering, zone system implementation, and reciprocity failure compensation, alongside a clean interface for easy one-handed use. It supports a wide range of films and camera setups, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced users.

Multiple aperture/shutterspeed combinationsSpot metering with variable zoomAutomatic reciprocity failure compensation
📷 Photo & Video
(950)
free with in-app purchases
7
Light Meter Ultra
Light Meter Ultra
Light Meter Ultra
Exposure for Film Photography
Free

This app provides precise light metering for film photography, eliminating the need for external hardware. It offers various metering modes and customizable profiles to ensure perfect exposures for manual cameras. Advanced features like reciprocity failure correction are available with a PRO plan.

Aperture Priority MeteringShutter Priority MeteringExposure Priority Metering
📷 Photo & Video
(738)
free with in-app purchases
8
Luminar: Photo Editor&Enhancer
Luminar: Photo Editor&Enhancer
Luminar: Photo Editor&Enhancer
AI Image Editing & Retouch
Free

This app offers powerful AI-driven photo editing tools for mobile devices. It features intuitive controls, smart enhancements for skies, lighting, and skin, and a range of editing options for composition and style. Supports RAW files and integrates with Apple devices.

AI Sky ReplacementAI Photo EnhancementAI Skin Retouching
📷 Photo & Video
(4.8K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Leica LUX - Pro Manual Camera
Leica LUX - Pro Manual Camera
Leica LUX - Pro Manual Camera
Capture RAW Digital Photos
Free

This professional camera app brings the iconic Leica Look, color, and style to your iPhone. It offers flexible photography options, from automatic snapshots to full manual control, and features stunning simulations of legendary Leica lenses for unique visual character.

Leica Look color scienceLegendary Leica lens simulationsAuthentic bokeh effects
📷 Photo & Video
(8K)
subscription
10
FUJIFILM XApp
FUJIFILM XApp
FUJIFILM XApp
by FUJIFILM Corporation
Free

Seamlessly transfer photos and videos from your Fujifilm camera to your smartphone or tablet. Remotely control your camera, back up settings, and sync data. Automatically summarize your shooting activities into a diary for skill improvement.

Image and movie transferRemote camera controlCamera settings backup/restore
📷 Photo & Video
(3.6K)
free