NightCap Camera

NightCap Camera

The night and low light camera

2.8K ratings
406 reviews
#10 in paid Photo & Video
🔧 Utilities
📷 Photo & Video
$2.99

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Capture stunning low-light and night photos and videos with advanced features like long exposure, AI-powered controls, and specialized astrophotography modes. Achieve DSLR-like results and unlock your device's full potential in challenging lighting conditions.

Low light and night photo/video capture
Long exposure and motion blur effects
Astrophotography modes (stars, aurora, ISS, meteors)
AI camera control for automatic settings
Manual gesture-based adjustments
4K time lapse recording
ISO Boost for brighter low-light shots
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What's New in NightCap Camera

9.9.1

October 6, 2022

Support for new iPhone models

Charts

Top Paid

📉 10-1

Photo & Video

This app dropped -1 position in Photo & Video chart.

Last updated on July 20, 2026.

User reviews

Iss

I was trying to get a photo of the ISS as had seen others doing, I asked how and was told to use this great app, wow worked so well 😊

Very good tools to do challenging shots, great at night shots and more

This is one app that I can’t find an equivalent for on the non iPhone platforms. It takes some time getting to know its capabilities,
But it’s well worth it. Timelapse, deep camera control using traditional photography controls and nomenclature, stars, space station mode, light trails. A lot of things found in other apps, but this one does it right and best.
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Very best

Best

Not as good as iPhone camera app

While I have got a few decent pics with the app, most just come out black or blurry. I have better luck adjusting the exposure on the iPhone camera app to 30 seconds then I do trying to photograph with this app. When the exposure is long, the screen preview is pretty much unusable because it keeps glitching. Using iPhone 16 and yes I looked through all the tutorials. I probably spent 20 hrs using it on many days and still don’t get worthwhile functionality.
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Great app but issue with family sharing

Having an issue with family sharing, been waiting a few days for a response. No response for a while :(

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Photos not saving properly

Bug

Meteor mode not working as expected

Bug

Compatibility issues with iOS 8 and iPhone 6 Plus

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

RAW image support

Feature

Bluetooth remote shutter control

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Ability to save settings

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More exposure options

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Improved timelapse features

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FAQ

What does NightCap Camera do?

NightCap Camera is designed to take amazing low light and night photos, videos, and 4K time lapses. It utilizes features like long exposure and specialized astronomy modes to capture clear and detailed images in challenging lighting conditions, overcoming the limitations of standard phone cameras.

What are the key features of NightCap Camera?

Key features include Long Exposure mode for motion blur and reduced noise, dedicated astrophotography modes for stars and the Northern Lights, AI camera control for automatic optimal settings, and manual gesture-based controls for exposure, ISO, and focus. It also supports 4K time lapse recording and has an ISO Boost feature for significantly brighter low-light photos.

How much does NightCap Camera cost?

Based on the provided information, NightCap Camera is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or subscription models, indicating a one-time purchase for the full functionality of the app.

What devices is NightCap Camera compatible with?

NightCap Camera is designed for iPhone and iPad devices. Specific features like 4K time lapse resolution may vary depending on the device model, with 4K available on iPhone 6s or newer and 1080p HD on older devices. It also offers full Apple Watch support.

What are some common use cases for NightCap Camera?

Common use cases include capturing starry skies, the Northern Lights (Aurora), meteors, and the International Space Station. It's also ideal for creating motion blur effects with long exposure, light painting, photographing moving traffic at night, and generally improving the quality of photos and videos taken in dimly lit environments.