# Lumen: Photo & Video Generator — Top AI models & AI Photoshoot

> AI-powered photo generator for realistic portraits, cartoons, and artistic edits from a single selfie. (iPhone/iPad app by Mikhail Chelbaev.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumen-photo-and-video-generator/id6748604526 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mikhail Chelbaev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1583099785)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 84 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China) and 2 more
- Released: 2025-07-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumen-photo-and-video-generator/id6748604526/reviews.md

## What is Lumen?

Create stunning photos from a single selfie!

Lumen transforms your images with AI into ultra-realistic portraits, cartoons, and artistic edits—perfect for profile pics, social posts, and just for fun.

Why Lumen:
• One photo, many styles — upload a selfie and generate multiple looks in seconds
• Realistic portraits — studio portraits, classic (old-money) style, beach-sunset photos, Polaroid aesthetic, and pro headshots
• Cartoon & comic looks — cute, 3D, anime, and hand-drawn vibes
• Artistic presets — vaporwave, graffiti, low-poly, ukiyo-e, doodle, neon “city lights,” and more
• Face highlights — enhance eyes, lighting, and details for a polished finish
• Fast & easy — simple workflow: choose a style → generate → save & share

Perfect for:
• Profile photos (LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok)
• Creative content for stories, posts, and avatars
• Professional headshots with studio-quality lighting and focus

How it works:
1. Upload one photo or selfie
2. Pick a style preset
3. Generate multiple versions and save your favorites

Unleash your creativity with Lumen—one photo is all it takes.

Terms Of Service: https://lumenpics.com/terms

## Key features

- AI-powered image generation
- Multiple styles from one photo
- Realistic portrait creation
- Cartoon and comic effects
- Artistic presets
- Face enhancement tools
- Fast and easy workflow

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Credits Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Credits Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Credits Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Credits Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Credits Pack | $11.99 | one-time |
| Credits Pack | $7.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumen-photo-and-video-generator/id6748604526/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best app ever💕💕🥰 generating videos is really cool and funny😁

*2026-08-09*

This is my favourite app. I make all my insta feed with this app😍😍 i Love it. Worth buying

### 1/5 — Schlechte Bedienoberfläche

*2026-05-17*

Man kann in der App nicht erkennen wieviel Kredit man im Monat kauft.
Viele Generierungen mit Grok werden ohne genaue Begründungen abgebrochen.
Die Bedienung ist unübersichtlich!
Die alte App PicLumen war da deutlich besser!

**Developer response:** Vielen Dank für Ihr Feedback!

1. Die Anzahl der gekauften Credits wurde bereits vor dem Kauf immer direkt im Kaufbildschirm angezeigt.  
2. Für die Bildgenerierung mit Grok verwenden wir die offizielle API von xAI. In den meisten Fällen werden Generierungen automatisch abgelehnt, wenn die Anfrage gegen die Richtlinien des Anbieters verstößt oder potenziell unangemessene Inhalte enthält.  
3. PicLumen ist eine andere App und gehört nicht zu unserem Team oder Unternehmen — wir haben keinerlei Verbindung dazu.

Wir arbeiten weiterhin daran, die Benutzeroberfläche klarer und einfacher zu gestalten, und schätzen Ihr ehrliches Feedback sehr.

### 1/5 — Ужас

*2026-03-31*

Приложение ужасное. Запрос один, выполнение другое

### 5/5 — Все прекрасно

*2026-02-26*

Отличное

### 1/5 — Плохо

*2026-02-16*

Ни одной похожей фотографии

### 2/5 — Не поняла принцип работы

*2026-02-10*

Купила подписку на неделю, появилось 30 кредитов, далее предлагают докупить кредиты. В чем прикол подписки? Почему просто не продавать эти кредиты и все? На большинстве переделанных фото я вообще не похожа на себя. Сильно меняет лицо, не понравилось.

### 1/5 — Не точно работаем

*2026-02-03*

Почему не сделать работу хотя бы за рекламу зачем покупать???
Если я хочу попробовать разные варианты мне что покупать ее нудно ???
Что за бред

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте! К сожалению, сейчас цена за генерацию изображения высока, так как это новая технология, и мы не сможем покрыть затраты, даже если покажем три рекламы подряд. Если в будущем ситуация изменится, мы обязательно добавим такую возможность :)

### 1/5 — 🤦‍♀️

*2026-02-03*

Деньги списали, а фото не делает... Ужасное приложение

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте! Если изображение не удалось создать, кредиты автоматически вернутся на ваш счёт. Если вы столкнулись с некорректной работой приложения, пожалуйста, напишите нам на почту support@lumenpics.com, и мы постараемся решить проблему.

### 1/5 — Не загружает

*2025-12-28*

Начинает обрабатывать фотографию, загрузка сначала идёт, потом не доходя до конца останавливается и выдает ошибку

### 5/5 — Love it !

*2025-12-18*

This app is amazing ! The pictures look very authentic and have a great quality ! Recommend it ! ✨

## Frequently asked questions about Lumen

### How does Lumen generate different styles from one photo?

Lumen uses advanced AI algorithms to analyze your uploaded selfie and apply various artistic styles, from realistic portraits to cartoons and unique presets. You select a style, and the AI generates multiple versions based on your input.

### What types of realistic portraits can Lumen create?

Lumen can generate studio portraits, classic 'old-money' style images, beach-sunset photos, Polaroid aesthetics, and professional headshots. It focuses on enhancing lighting and details for a polished finish.

### Does Lumen have ads?

Yes, Lumen contains advertisements. As a free app with in-app purchases, advertisements are displayed to support its ongoing development and services.

### What are the subscription options for Lumen?

Lumen offers various subscription plans, including weekly and monthly options. Some weekly plans also include a 3-day free trial, with prices ranging from $1.99 to $4.99.

### Is Lumen suitable for professional use?

Yes, Lumen is perfect for creating professional headshots with studio-quality lighting and focus. It can also generate creative content for social media posts and stories.

### What devices does Lumen support?

Lumen is available for iPhone and iPad devices, allowing users to enhance their photos on the go.

### How often is Lumen updated?

The latest version of Lumen is 1.21.0, and it was last updated on May 22, 2026. This indicates a consistent update schedule for new features and improvements.

### What is the age rating for Lumen?

Lumen has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children, to explore creative photo editing.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.24.2 — 2026-08-13

We’ve made some minor improvements and fixed a few bugs.

### 1.24.1 — 2026-07-29

We’ve made some minor improvements and fixed a few bugs.

### 1.24.0 — 2026-07-03

We’ve added the new Kling 3.0 Motion Control model, video playback controls, and the ability to use your previous generations as attachments!

### 1.23.0 — 2026-06-30

We’ve updated the design with Liquid Glass, and your generations now continue even if you close the app!

### 1.22.0 — 2026-06-18

We improved loading statuses to keep you better informed during generation.

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