Lightmeter: Pocket Film Camera

Lightmeter: Pocket Film Camera

Capture RAW Film Photos

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5 reviews
Free

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Released
September 21, 2026
Updated
September 29, 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

1.1.0

September 29, 2026

Lightmeter now lives on your Home Screen and Lock Screen. • Camera widget: your latest frame, right on your Home Screen. Tap it to go straight to the meter. (Lightmeter Plus) • Shutter widget: one tap from your Home Screen to the camera. (Lightmeter Plus) • Lock Screen widgets, redrawn: a new rectangular widget with your loaded film, a shutter-capsule circle, and a new camera circle whose viewfinder carries your latest frame for Plus members. The Control Center button has a new glyph too. • A new shot now prints into the corner thumbnail like an instant photo. • The viewfinder level gives a small haptic tap when the lines snap level. • A new app icon picker, with a live preview that tilts in your hand. • Film looks: fixed shadows crushing in some looks, and retuned two of our own stocks. • A redesigned Plus sheet. If you're already a member, tap the card at the top of Settings to see everything your Plus includes. Thank you for shooting with Lightmeter.

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User reviews

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!

Beautifully crafted app

Simple, elegant, and the best part - everything stays locally. No tracking.

not a review, ig

this is my first app on app store, took some 60 odd days to reach here. thanks to all my friends and cute hoomans who have tested the app during beta and gave tons of feedback. lightmeter is 50% influenced by my intent, bias and conviction, and 50% influenced by the feedback and suggestions i received. without people testing this app, lightmeter would have been nothing 🌸
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Justified title

All I wanna say is, I am not a person who is usually into clicking photos and documenting stuff, but this app made me do so willingly.

Response from developer

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It is incredibly rewarding to hear that Lightmeter has inspired you to start capturing and documenting your moments. I’m thrilled to have you as the first Lightmeter Plus member!

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.