# LibreCam: Manual RAW Camera — Pure DNG. No AI processing.

> Manual RAW camera app for iPhone capturing unadulterated sensor data. (iPhone/iPad app by Timo Josten.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/librecam-manual-raw-camera/id6802275145 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Timo Josten](https://appshunter.io/developer/521476774)
- Category: Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Arabic, Danish, American English, Finnish, French (France), Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian and 23 more
- Released: 2026-08-21
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/librecam-manual-raw-camera/id6802275145/reviews.md

## What is LibreCam?

LibreCam is a manual RAW camera for iPhone that captures what the sensor sees, and nothing more. Shoot true Bayer DNGs, single-frame HEIFs, or both at once, with no fusion, no aggressive processing, no account, no tracking and no subscription.

The stock camera applies Smart HDR, Deep Fusion, noise reduction, sharpening and tone mapping to every shot. LibreCam turns off everything that can be turned off, and is honest about what cannot.

DNG: the true Bayer sensor readout. No fusion, no noise reduction, no tone mapping, no distortion correction. One frame, exactly as the sensor read it.

HEIF: a single frame developed by the hardware ISP. No fusion, no HDR, no semantic tricks.

LOOKS: nine fixed color recipes, applied to the HEIF as you shoot. Build your own with dials in the Look Editor, and import or export standard .cube files. The DNG is never touched.

PRINT: share a shot as a framed print. Ink or paper matte, and a label with the exposure, camera, date, place and your name, set like a museum caption. A copy made for sharing; the photo itself stays as it is.

LIBRECAM PRO: one purchase, no subscription, and only two things are paid: the Look Editor for your own recipes, and the Apple Watch remote. Everything else is free.

FEATURES

- Every physical lens on your iPhone. No digital zoom, ever.
- The front camera too, with mirrored or true-to-sensor selfies.
- An Apple Watch remote: shutter, readouts, framing assist. (LibreCam Pro)
- Manual focus, shutter, ISO, exposure bias and white balance. Everything is automatic until touched.
- Focus peaking: the sharpest edges glow amber while you focus.
- Nine looks free; build your own with LibreCam Pro.
- Print: a framed, captioned copy of any shot, ready to share.
- Shutter priority and ISO priority metering.
- Hardware shutter on the volume buttons. No shutter sound.
- Add-only Photos access. No account, no tracking.
- Optional location tagging, written into the photo on your device.

A camera, not a computer.

## Key features

- Capture true Bayer DNGs
- Single-frame HEIFs
- Manual focus, ISO, exposure
- Customizable color recipes
- Framed print sharing
- Apple Watch remote control

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/librecam-manual-raw-camera/id6802275145/reviews.md

### 5/5 — i used to study photography with this app

*2026-09-07*

it's great to see the actual sensor output without any AI processing

please add flash support!

**Developer response:** Thank you! Flash support is coming in the next update.

## Frequently asked questions about LibreCam

### What is LibreCam?

LibreCam is a manual RAW camera app for iPhone that captures unedited image data directly from the sensor. It allows users to shoot in DNG or HEIF formats with full manual control over settings.

### Does LibreCam have ads?

No, LibreCam is ad-free. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for advanced features like the Look Editor and Apple Watch remote.

### What are the in-app purchases for LibreCam?

LibreCam Pro offers two paid features: the Look Editor for creating custom color recipes and the Apple Watch remote for controlling the camera. All other features are free.

### Can I use LibreCam on my Apple Watch?

Yes, LibreCam offers an Apple Watch remote as part of its Pro features. This allows for shutter control, readouts, and framing assistance directly from your wrist.

### What is the difference between DNG and HEIF in LibreCam?

DNG captures the true Bayer sensor readout without any processing, while HEIF is a single frame developed by the hardware ISP without fusion or HDR.

### How often is LibreCam updated?

LibreCam was last updated on September 5, 2026, with version 1.4.3. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What devices does LibreCam support?

LibreCam is supported on iPhone and Apple Watch devices. It utilizes all physical lenses on your iPhone and offers true-to-sensor selfies.

### What is the user sentiment for LibreCam?

LibreCam has received a perfect 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews, indicating highly positive user sentiment. Users appreciate its focus on unadulterated image capture and manual controls.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.3 — 2026-09-05

The grid button now cycles three states: off, hairline and a thicker line that stays visible in bright daylight. And the looks can be put in your order: ARRANGE in the picker opens a list to drag them into place, the built-in shelf and your own alike.

### 1.4.2 — 2026-09-04

Der Look reist mit dem Foto. Eine Aufnahme, die mit einem Look entwickelt wurde, nennt ihn jetzt in den EXIF-Daten der Datei, und ein eigener Look trägt zusätzlich sein Rezept mit, sodass ein Foto immer sagen kann, welcher Look es gemacht hat. Auch das Print-Label kann den Look nennen, neben der Belichtung.

### 1.4.1 — 2026-09-04

Schnellerer Start. Die Kamera wird jetzt schon vorbereitet, während die App noch startet, und der Sucher erscheint in dem Moment, in dem die ersten Bilder da sind, nicht einen Augenblick später. Ältere iPhones spüren den Unterschied am meisten. Und Prints von älteren Aufnahmen: Teile ein Foto aus Fotos an LibreCam, und der Print-Raum öffnet sich.

### 1.4 — 2026-09-03

PRINT. Öffne eine Aufnahme in der Galerie und teile sie als gerahmten Print: Passepartout in Tinte oder Papier, dazu eine Beschriftung mit Belichtung, Kamera, Datum, Ort und deinem Namen. Eine Kopie zum Teilen; das Foto selbst bleibt, wie es ist. Und Fehlerbehebungen.

### 1.3.3 — 2026-09-02

Fehlerbehebungen und Leistungsverbesserungen. Wir wollten etwas Interessanteres schreiben, dann fiel uns ein: Wir machen keine Nachbearbeitung.

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