# Pencil Camera HD — Real cartoon camera FX

> Real-time cartoon and sketch camera effects for photos and videos. (iPhone/iPad app by ljezny.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pencil-camera-hd/id557198534 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ljezny](https://appshunter.io/developer/557198537)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 317 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +4
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-09-08
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pencil-camera-hd/id557198534/reviews.md

## What is Pencil Camera HD?

Be an artist! At least for the moment... Take pictures with amazing effects with a realtime preview. Pencil camera is not just another boring photo editing tool. It's a cool, stylish and real fun app for your iPhone and iPad. Grab pictures you've taken or pick them from gallery. For inspiration, there is a slideshow of your random photos with random effects applied. 

User Reviews:
"Wooooooow really really cool!"
"Pretty awesome app. Me and my wife love all the effects. Well worth the $1.50. "
"Awesome, artistic photos"

Features:

- 15 amazing effects, not only sketch-like effects. For example get pictures/videos from your holiday on Mars or Antarctica 
- stylish compact wooden interface
- change brightness, contrast and contour in real time for endless possibilities
- we support both iPhone and iPad devices
- interface fully supports awesome Retina displays, no more pixelized buttons on your new iPad
- make incredible HD-quality home videos directly in Pencil Camera - and be sure that this is FUN!
- take pictures of world or yourself - just switch between front and back cameras
- bored by playing with the app? Press Slideshow and get inspired by innovative photos!

Like us on Facebook to be in touch:
https://www.facebook.com/PencilCameraHD

Support:

Do you miss something in the app? Let us know, we are working hard to improve it! It can be your idea what you will find in the next version.

Do you have a problem? Let us know on ljezny@gmail.com. We will do our best to get rid of it.

## Key features

- Real-time cartoon and sketch effects
- 15 unique artistic filters
- Adjust brightness, contrast, and contour
- HD quality photos and videos
- Slideshow with random effects
- Supports iPhone and iPad

## What do users think of Pencil Camera HD?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Unique and creative photo effects
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Interesting real-time video filters
- 🎨 Artistic and sketch-like results
- 🎨 Wide variety of filter options
- 👍 Simple and intuitive controls

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🚫 Unable to save or export photos
- 🚫 Incompatible with portrait orientation
- 🚫 Limited editing capabilities beyond filters
- 🐢 Slow performance and lag

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to record video
- Unable to access camera roll to import photos
- Filters not working as expected on some devices

**Most requested features**

- More advanced editing tools
- Ability to rotate and resize photos
- Option to save photos at higher resolutions
- Improved video recording quality and stability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 317)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pencil-camera-hd/id557198534/reviews.md

### 2/5 — 구매목록

*2016-02-08, version 1.10*

이제사용안해서 구매목록삭제부탁드립니다!

### 5/5 — Great

*2016-01-03*

Great app

### 4/5 — Super

*2015-09-13*

Très bonne application.

### 5/5 — Macht Spaß

*2015-06-07, version 1.8*

Tolle Art Fotos in kleine Kunstwerke zu verwandeln.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2015-04-22, version 1.8*

The light version works fine on my iPad 2, so I purchased the full version and it cannot record videos, it crashes right after I press record... Fix It please and I'll give it 5 stars.

### 4/5 — Some Nice Effects

*2015-04-14, version 1.8*

This app has some attractive effects that aren't the same as every other app with filters. Not a robust standalone editor, but worthwhile for the unique looks it offers.

### 2/5 — Error

*2015-04-09, version 1.8*

When i press the recording button, it's suddenly turned off. Please fix this error.

### 3/5 — 좋아요

*2015-03-02, version 1.8*

괜찬은거 같습니다.

### 3/5 — More controls to make photos unique

*2015-03-02*

Being able to control the attributes of the textures a bit more would make our images unique.
Developers please note— we do NOT want to pay subscriptions, even though that works out better for you. Just sell an app and seem decent extras via the IAPs.

### 1/5 — Инвалид-программа

*2015-03-01, version 1.8*

Видео, вылетает. Да и фильтров побольше бы навалить... а так, задумали неплохо.

## Frequently asked questions about Pencil Camera HD

### What does Pencil Camera HD do?

Pencil Camera HD allows you to take and edit photos and videos with a variety of artistic effects, including cartoon and sketch styles, in real-time. It offers a stylish interface and the ability to adjust image parameters like brightness and contrast for unique results.

### What are the key features of Pencil Camera HD?

Key features include 15 amazing artistic effects beyond just sketch-like styles, a stylish wooden interface, real-time adjustment of brightness, contrast, and contour, HD quality output for photos and videos, and a slideshow feature for inspiration.

### How much does Pencil Camera HD cost?

Based on user reviews, the app was purchased for $1.50. It is a paid application with no mention of in-app purchases or ads.

### What devices is Pencil Camera HD compatible with?

The app supports both iPhone and iPad devices. Its interface is designed to take advantage of Retina displays for a crisp visual experience on newer iPads.

### What are some common use cases for Pencil Camera HD?

Users can create artistic photos and videos for social media, personal projects, or simply for fun. The app is ideal for those who want to experiment with different visual styles and add an artistic touch to their captured moments.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.13 — 2025-03-04

Fixes some minor issues

### 1.12 — 2018-12-02

- lots of bug fixed

### 1.10 — 2015-07-28

- direct postcard button
- ios8 bug fixes

### 1.8 — 2014-10-07

- iOS8 bug fixes

### 1.5 — 2014-06-24

Minor bugs fixed

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