# Light Lamb — Auto mode for your film camera > Film camera light meter with auto and manual exposure control. (iPhone/iPad app by CHUN YIN FUNG.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-lamb/id1580207650 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [CHUN YIN FUNG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1579179943) - Category: Photo & Video, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 4 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2021-08-15 - Data updated: 2026-06-11 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-lamb/id1580207650/reviews.md ## What is Light Lamb? Light Lamb is a free photographers’ light meter app for iOS. You can let Light Lamb decide everything for you like getting an auto mode for your manual film camera, or you could have full manual control of the parameters, or whatever you want in between. - Now with histogram (New in 1.3.0) Use the histogram to make sure the scene is exposed just like how you envisioned. - From full auto to assisted manual control In most cameras if you pick a parameter like aperture, shutter, or ISO, the camera would stick to your chosen values even if it's too dark or too bright for the scene. The reason we made Light Lamb is to have a light meter that would suggest different settings if the chosen parameters are not suitable. For example, you can keep your settings at f/8 and 1/125 for deep depth of field and fast shutter speed, but if it's too dark, Light Lamb would suggest brighter values to make sure it's correctly exposed. Or say you want to set the aperture to f/1.4 for shallow depth of field, and if it's bright outside and the shutter is already at its fastest speed, Light Lamb would suggest a smaller aperture. Just set the parameters to what you want and Light Lamb will handle the rest. - Safe shutter-aware Pick a preferred slowest shutter speed you want and Light Lamb will match it. If the scene is too dark, Light Lamb automatically pick a slower shutter speed beyond the safe shutter to achieve the correct exposure. - Spot metering Zoom in 5x to focus the measurements to small areas in contrasting scenes. - Match your equipment Choose the range and increment of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed to match your equipment. Choose between whole-stop, half-stop, and one-third EV increments for each parameter. - Keep a memo Keep a memo of the settings used, including a photo of the scene and the location. Export it as a beautiful picture note formatted in 4:5 aspect ratio, great for posting to Instagram along with your photo. ## Key features - Automatic exposure mode for film cameras - Assisted manual control of aperture, shutter, ISO - Histogram for exposure visualization - Safe shutter speed matching - Spot metering with 5x zoom - Customizable ISO, aperture, shutter speed ranges - Save settings with scene photos and location ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-lamb/id1580207650/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Very nice app. *2022-01-05* I got few Light Meter apps and this one beats them all. The reason I like it so much is because it has a zoom and it adjusts readings according to the distant object. If you use a telephoto lens, readings without zoom will be false. So far I like it! ## Frequently asked questions about Light Lamb ### Does Light Lamb have ads? No, Light Lamb is completely ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted photography experience. ### What devices is Light Lamb compatible with? Light Lamb is currently available for iPhone devices. ### How often is Light Lamb updated? The app was last updated on December 20, 2025, indicating regular maintenance and feature additions. ### What is the age rating for Light Lamb? Light Lamb has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### Can I use Light Lamb offline? The description does not specify offline functionality, but light metering typically requires real-time scene analysis which may necessitate an internet connection. ### What are the main benefits of using Light Lamb's auto mode? Auto mode simplifies the process by automatically suggesting optimal settings for your film camera, ensuring correct exposure without manual calculation. ### How does Light Lamb's spot metering work? Spot metering allows you to zoom in up to 5x to precisely measure light in small, specific areas of a scene, which is useful for high-contrast situations. ### Can I save my shooting settings with Light Lamb? Yes, you can keep a memo of the settings used, including a photo of the scene and its location, and export it as a formatted picture note. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.5.1 — 2025-12-20 More behind the scenes updates to make it more dependable. ### 1.5.0 — 2025-03-17 Light Lamb now requires iOS 17. The memo button is now wider for even easier use with one hand when your right hand is holding the camera. The memo draft now shows immediately when you tap the memo button. There are also a lot of stability improvements and technology updates behind the scenes. And most importantly, DARK MODE APP ICON! Don't hesitate to let us know what you think of Light Lamb! ### 1.4.0 — 2024-03-05 Light Lamb now requires iOS 15. We have made a lot of little improvements and fixes throughout the app. Most of the changes are behind the scenes, but we have made the "create memo" button easier to reach when your other hand is busy holding the camera. Don't hesitate to let us know what you think of Light Lamb! ### 1.3.0 — 2023-01-01 Now with histogram so you can make sure the scene is exposed just like how you envisioned. We have rebuilt parts of the app and made a lot of small enhancements to make sure that the app is of the highest quality we can deliver. We hope you will enjoy this app as much as we do! Happy shooting! ### 1.2.0 — 2022-04-03 1.1.0: Keep a memo of the settings used, including a photo of the scene. Export it as a beautiful picture note that you can post to your social media. 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