Lightmeter: Pocket Film Camera

Lightmeter: Pocket Film Camera

Analog Photo ⋅ Digicam + Meter

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Released
September 21, 2026
Updated
October 11, 2026

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This app simulates the look and feel of traditional film photography, offering various film stocks, focal lengths, and a built-in light meter. It allows for RAW capture with authentic film characteristics and provides darkroom-like editing tools.

✓Authentic RAW film capture
✓Multiple film stock emulations
✓Adjustable focal lengths
✓Integrated light meter
✓Darkroom-style editing tools
✓Metadata attachment to photos
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What's New in Lightmeter

1.2.0

October 11, 2026

Lightmeter 1.2.0 is the biggest update since launch. A disposable camera The LM-35 AF is a third mode beside the meter and the film camera. Like a real disposable, there's no preview — just a frame counter and a fixed 35mm lens. When the roll of 12, 24 or 36 is finished, the photos develop and land in Photos an hour later, each with its own little accidents: an exposure wobble, flash falloff, soft corners, the odd light leak and, if you want it, the orange date stamp. The body comes in black or yellow, and a Lock Screen countdown, a widget and a notification say when your photos are ready. Every look, rebuilt Every film look now runs on a new engine that prints from a neutral RAW negative, the way a lab prints a scan. Each look keeps its character, with cleaner colour and highlights that roll off like film. Grain and halation now scale with the photo. Faster at the shutter A tap made while a photo is still being taken is no longer lost. RAW now works at every focal length and on the front camera, and Plus members can shoot 24 MP on supported iPhones. Fixes Opening a photo from the gallery no longer freezes on iOS 18. If a RAW photo can't be developed, the original is still saved to Photos. The gallery now has two tabs, All Photos and LM-35 Labs. A few retired beta looks now open as their closest replacement, so older photos can still be restyled.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Lightmeter Plus Yearly

Full access to Lightmeter Plus, billed yearly.

$8.991 Year
7 Days trial
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Events

Read more about Introducing LM-35 AF

Introducing LM-35 AF

A disposable camera inside Lightmeter.

Oct 13, 2026 — Nov 10, 2026

User reviews

lovely app

if you’re into film photos, but don’t have a film camera - this app is perfect for you!

Wonderful app

Using it from a few months now and I can say this fulfils the need of carrying camera everywhere. Sometimes a pocket camera like Lightmeter works really well!

Get this app now!

The app is fun to use. I love how it’s so easy to use and gives me such aesthetic pictures. Girlies you need to get it rn!

Response from developer

thanks for dropping a review :) if there is any thing in the app that you didn't like, i would love to hear from you to take this rating from 3 to 5. please let me know

Fun Fun Fun

This app has made me shoot way more on my phone, and that’s all that matters.

Response from developer

Precisely, that’s all that matters :)

Fun and Easy

As someone who shoots with a film camera, I absolutely love this app. The retro film simulations have a really beautiful look, especially giving something like a Kodachrome style tones and the Ilford 400 inspired bnw effect. They give photos that classic film character.
The other feature I really like is the light meter. I use the app alongside my film camera to check the light and set my exposure, which makes it incredibly useful when shooting on film.
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Response from developer

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! I’m thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the retro film simulations and finding the light meter useful for your film photography. Happy shooting!

FAQ

What is Lightmeter's primary function?

Lightmeter functions as a real light meter for your existing camera and a film camera when you don't have one. It focuses on capturing RAW photos with authentic film characteristics like grain and halation.

Does Lightmeter offer different film types?

Yes, Lightmeter provides a selection of film stocks including color negative, slide, and black and white. These stocks are tuned for specific tonality, contrast, and grain, and can be easily swapped from the viewfinder.

What focal lengths are available in Lightmeter?

Lightmeter offers 24mm, 35mm, and 48mm focal lengths on any iPhone. On Pro models, it also provides 85mm and your phone's true telephoto lens.

How does Lightmeter handle editing?

Lightmeter provides darkroom-like editing capabilities. Frames can be reopened on different stocks, cropped, straightened, or deleted. Edits are applied in place without duplicates, and the original is always accessible.

Does Lightmeter collect user data or require an account?

No, Lightmeter emphasizes privacy by not requiring an account, cloud storage, or uploads. Nothing leaves your phone, ensuring your photos remain private.

How often is Lightmeter updated?

New film stocks and features are frequently added to Lightmeter. The app was last updated on September 21, 2026, with version 1.0.1.

Is Lightmeter available on devices other than iPhone?

Currently, Lightmeter is supported on iPhones. The app is rated for ages 4+ and is available for free.

Does Lightmeter have ads?

No, Lightmeter is ad-free. It is available for free with the option for in-app purchases.