# LightMeter > iOS camera-based exposure meter for photography. (iPhone/iPad app by Frank Bauer.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightmeter/id320768222 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Frank Bauer](https://appshunter.io/developer/290785554) - Category: Photo & Video, Utilities - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 1.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 6.0 · 3 MB - Languages: American English, German (Germany) - Released: 2009-07-12 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightmeter/id320768222/reviews.md ## What is LightMeter? Turn your iOS device (with builtin iSight camera) into a exposure meter. Using the built in camera you can take a picture of the scene you want to measure. LightMeter will calculate the exposure for that scene and display it. Set-up you camera to the values displayed and you will take a photo with the perfect lighting. Using the same exposure picker PhotoBuddy does you will feel right at home. The picker allows you to change the f-stop, shutter or iso values after you measured the scene without altering the exposure. If you use filters for your shots, you need to take them into account when calculating the exposure. LightMeter let's you set the parameters of a filter to make sure you always get the right exposure. ## Key features - Camera-based exposure measurement - Calculates perfect lighting settings - Adjustable f-stop, shutter, ISO - Filter compensation for accurate exposure - Intuitive exposure picker interface ## Recent user reviews (10 of 24) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightmeter/id320768222/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Just wasted $2.99 *2019-02-28, version 1.6* Doesn’t work on any phone newer than iPhone 5. ### 1/5 — Oh no! *2018-08-13, version 1.6* After purchasing app and opening it, a dialogue box, stating that it was not compatible with my iPhone, popped up. Didn’t get refunded even though app is unusable... ### 1/5 — Doesn't work anymore. *2016-03-22, version 1.6* It isn't compatible with any iPhone made since the earth was flat. ### 1/5 — I want my $ back! *2012-11-25, version 1.4.1* This thing seeks to function like the pocket light meter, but fails miserably. Cine mode is a joke... ### 1/5 — Not worth it *2012-02-25, version 1.3.3* Please save your money and look for a free app first. I wish I can get my money back ### 1/5 — No good. *2011-11-17, version 1.3.3* Can't figure out how it works. Doesn't seem to do anything. ### 1/5 — Doesn't work... *2011-07-07, version 1.3.3* Maybe I'm doing something wrong, but this app isn't working. ### 1/5 — Used to work, now 100% useless *2010-10-23, version 0* I used this for years after blowing a lot more than $4 on a sekonic. It provided amazing results, and it was always great being able to tap what you want to expose for. Now, for whatever reason on my iphone4 the controls won't lock and every reading I do gives me something ridiculous like 16h at f3.6. Dumb, I actually liked this app. The new version made it look prettier, but still doesn't work. ### 1/5 — Please update for 4G *2010-06-25, version 0* I bought this app by accident no realizing it was no compatible with my 1st Gen iPhone. OK no harm, I will wait for my next iPhone. Today I discovered I still can't use it since its not compatible with the 4G. ### 1/5 — Really not worth paying for *2010-05-23, version 0* Controls don't work, nothing seems to lock into place for determining exposure. It gave me an 8 hour exposure for something that would have been only 100 seconds. I would like a refund! ## Frequently asked questions about LightMeter ### How does LightMeter work? LightMeter uses your iPhone or iPod's built-in camera to analyze the light in a scene. It then calculates the optimal exposure settings (f-stop, shutter speed, ISO) for your camera to achieve perfect lighting in your photos. ### What devices is LightMeter compatible with? LightMeter is designed for iPhone and iPod devices. It utilizes the built-in iSight camera for its functionality. ### Can I adjust exposure settings after measuring a scene with LightMeter? Yes, LightMeter features an exposure picker that allows you to change f-stop, shutter, or ISO values after the initial scene measurement without altering the original exposure calculation. ### Does LightMeter help with using lens filters? Absolutely. LightMeter allows you to set the parameters of your lens filters, ensuring that these are taken into account for accurate exposure calculations, so you always get the right lighting. ### What is the price of LightMeter? LightMeter is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $2.99. ### How often is LightMeter updated? The latest version of LightMeter is 1.6, which was last updated on September 18, 2014. Updates are not frequent, with the last one being several years ago. ### What is the age rating for LightMeter? LightMeter has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### What do users think of LightMeter? Based on the available data, LightMeter has received 4 ratings with an average of 1.0 stars. This indicates a very low user satisfaction with the current version. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.6 — 2014-09-18 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Support for iOS 8 ### 1.5.1 — 2013-09-17 New, modern layout ### 1.4.1 — 2012-09-20 Support for iOS 6 and iPhone 5 ### 1.3.3 — 2011-04-28 Added support for iPad 2 ### 1.3.2 — 2011-03-16 + Support for iOS 4.3 + Flash is turned off by default ## Apps similar to LightMeter | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Simple Timecode](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-timecode/id514794780) | 1.0 (1) | $0.99 | Photo & Video | | [FlashPower+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashpower-plus/id976263067) | 3.4 (5) | $4.99 | Photo & Video | | [Light Meter Wheel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/light-meter-wheel/id720707253) | 4.6 (10) | $1.99 | Photo & Video | | [f-Stop Printing Calculator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/f-stop-printing-calculator/id858392735) | 3.8 (4) | Free | Photo & Video | | [ClapperPod -DigitalSlate-](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clapperpod-digitalslate/id617475217) | 1.5 (8) | Free | Photo & Video | | [Photographer's Ephemeris 3D](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photographers-ephemeris-3d/id1152829925) | 4.2 (239) | $11.99 | Photo & Video | ## More apps by Frank Bauer - [PhotoBuddy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photobuddy/id290785551) All apps by Frank Bauer: https://appshunter.io/developer/290785554 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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