# LightCue - Film Light Meter — Meter, expose, shoot on film

> Film photography light meter with tutorials and optional Pro features. (iPhone/iPad app by 琪舜 王.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightcue-film-light-meter/id6771200881 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [琪舜 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896763975)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2026-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-03
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightcue-film-light-meter/id6771200881/reviews.md

## What is LightCue?

LightCue is a light meter for film photographers — whether you're shooting your first roll or you've lost count. Point your phone at the scene, set the exposure you want, and trust the reading when you trip the shutter on your real camera. New to some of this? Little tips pop up along the way to explain reciprocity, ND filters, flash, and depth of field as you go.

The free version is a complete light meter on its own — matrix, center, and spot metering ready to read any scene from your very first roll.

What you get for free:
• Matrix, center, and spot metering, with a confidence read so you know when to trust it and when to bracket.
• Lock your shutter or aperture and let the meter solve the other, plus EV compensation and ISO customization.
• Composition guidelines and viewfinder size selection.
• Friendly built-in tutorials and hints.

If you fall down the rabbit hole:
LightCue Pro is an optional subscription (or a one-time Lifetime purchase) for folks who want the deep stuff — the full film stock library, per-emulsion reciprocity correction, an ND filter calculator, manual flash (Guide Number) metering, LiDAR-backed distance measurement for zone and depth-of-field metering, and an exposure log. Totally optional, and the free meter keeps working exactly the same either way.

Privacy Policy: https://qishun-git.github.io/lightcue/privacy/
Terms of Use (EULA): https://qishun-git.github.io/lightcue/terms/

## Key features

- Matrix, center, and spot metering
- Exposure locking and compensation
- Built-in tutorials and hints
- Film stock library (Pro)
- Reciprocity correction (Pro)
- ND filter calculator (Pro)
- Manual flash metering (Pro)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LightCue Pro · Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| LightCue Pro · Yearly | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LightCue Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightcue-film-light-meter/id6771200881/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Accurate readings

*2026-07-29*

I've used this app a couple of times and the exposure measurements were very accurate. The film selection made it so convenient. And the flash function definitely helped me to use my manual flash!

### 5/5 — Essential for film shooters

*2026-06-09*

Clean, fast, and beautifully designed. Does exactly what a great light meter should — no clutter, just accurate exposure. Highly recommended.

## Frequently asked questions about LightCue

### What is LightCue?

LightCue is a light meter designed for film photographers. It uses your phone's camera to measure light and help you set the correct exposure for your physical camera. The free version includes essential metering modes and tutorials.

### Does LightCue have ads?

No, LightCue does not contain advertisements. The app offers a free version with core functionality and an optional subscription for advanced features.

### What are the Pro features in LightCue?

LightCue Pro, available via subscription or a lifetime purchase, adds features like a full film stock library, per-emulsion reciprocity correction, an ND filter calculator, manual flash metering, LiDAR-backed distance measurement, and an exposure log.

### How much does LightCue Pro cost?

LightCue Pro offers a monthly subscription for $2.99 or a yearly subscription for $19.99. A one-time Lifetime purchase option is also available.

### What devices does LightCue support?

LightCue is currently supported on iPhones. The app is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is LightCue updated?

The latest version of LightCue is 1.1.0, last updated on June 9, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### Can I lock exposure settings in LightCue?

Yes, the free version of LightCue allows you to lock your shutter or aperture and let the meter solve for the other. It also supports EV compensation and ISO customization.

### What kind of metering modes does LightCue offer?

LightCue provides matrix, center, and spot metering modes. It also includes a confidence read to indicate when to trust the reading or when to bracket exposures.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-07-29

• Save and reuse flash profiles
• Choose whether to solve for flash power or aperture
• Get clearer flash recommendations and range warnings
• Improved exposure guidance and stability

### 1.1.0 — 2026-06-09

What's New

• Manual flash (Guide Number) metering for Pro.
• Handheld warnings and the loaded-film reminder are now free.
• Cleaner control deck with show/hide ND and flash chips.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-06-05

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-03.*