# Photo Light & Exposure Meter — Measure Shutter Speed, Lux, EV

> Real-time light meter for photography settings and exposure control. (iPhone/iPad app by Pavel Bukhonov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-light-and-exposure-meter/id1297903210 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pavel Bukhonov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1024565113)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 3,242 App Store ratings · 243 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: Russian, American English, Italian, German (Germany), French (France)
- Released: 2017-11-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-light-and-exposure-meter/id1297903210/reviews.md

## What is Photo Light & Exposure Meter?

A light meter that is always with you!

It will help you understand how to take pictures correctly and allow you to experiment with the settings in real time.
Nothing extra. Large and comfortable controls. And everything is in full view.

Capabilities:
- Selection of optimal shooting values ​​in real time
- Ability to change and fix individual values ​​such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO, while the rest (not fixed) will also be selected in real time.
- Ability to take a preliminary picture and play with its settings. Let's say to see how everything would be if the diaphragm changed.
- Ability to save a snapshot with all parameters including geolocation.
- Measurement of color temperature in real time
- Plotting histograms in real time
- An indispensable tool for the photographer.

For all questions, write to pbukhon@gmail.com or write to us directly from the application!

Privacy Policy - https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/69911161
Terms Of Use - https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/69911161

## Key features

- Real-time shooting value selection
- Adjustable shutter speed, aperture, ISO
- Preliminary picture settings preview
- Save snapshots with parameters and geolocation
- Real-time color temperature measurement
- Real-time histogram plotting

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Year Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Mode | $19.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Photo Light & Exposure Meter?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔍 Accurate light metering
- 💡 Useful for film photography
- 🚀 Quick and responsive
- 📏 Helpful for exposure control

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Unclear pricing and subscription details
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and bugs
- 📊 Limited features in free version
- 💤 Frequent ads even after paid upgrade

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Incorrect exposure readings in certain lighting conditions
- Aperture and ISO settings not working as expected
- Difficulty switching between free and paid versions

**Most requested features**

- Add more shutter speed and aperture options
- Implement spot metering functionality
- Allow saving and syncing of meter readings
- Provide more customization options
- Improve integration with camera apps

## Recent user reviews (10 of 243)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-light-and-exposure-meter/id1297903210/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Bait and switch

*2026-08-04, version 2.5.4*

I hate apps that advertise as free and after downloading and opening for the first time you immediately find out it is subscription based. Another useless app that was downloaded and immediately deleted.

### 1/5 — Scam

*2026-06-19, version 2.5.4*

Paid for the premium features, they are not working.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2026-06-01, version 2.5.4*

Works like a champ!

Accurate! 
Easy to use
Reads color temp + exposure
Since it is on my phone I always have it with me

### 5/5 — Top app

*2026-05-20, version 2.5.4*

Seems very accurate,beats buying a separate meter👍

### 5/5 — Très bien

*2026-05-14*

Efficace et simple d’utilisation, stable.

**Developer response:** Merci beaucoup pour votre retour ! Nous sommes ravis que l'application vous plaise par sa simplicité et sa stabilité.

### 1/5 — Predatory pricing model

*2026-04-30, version 2.5.3*

Can’t even test this app without providing payment info. Feels like the developer is trying to make money on people who forget about subscriptions rather than people who use and value their product. This pricing model is not consumer-friendly.

### 1/5 — Not free, subscription based

*2026-04-03, version 2.5.3*

Not free, subscription based

### 1/5 — Just had to profit, huh?

*2026-04-02, version 2.5.3*

Well I liked this app until they uninstalled it from my phone only to make it a subscription service. Off to find another free service.

### 1/5 — Pay wall

*2026-03-29, version 2.5.3*

Annoying. Do not download this

### 1/5 — TERRIBLE DO NOT DOWNLOAD

*2026-03-26, version 2.5.3*

This app and the people behind it are terrible. I NEVER EVEN USED THE APP AND CANCELED IT ON TIME & they still won’t refund me. Just know that if you download this app, you can’t cancel it. So buyer beware.

## Frequently asked questions about Photo Light & Exposure Meter

### What does the Photo Light & Exposure Meter app do?

This app functions as a portable light meter for photographers. It helps users understand how to correctly set their camera's shutter speed, aperture, and ISO in real time to achieve optimal exposure. It also allows for experimentation with these settings and provides features like saving snapshots with parameters and geolocation.

### What are the key features of this light meter app?

Key features include real-time selection of optimal shooting values, the ability to change and fix individual settings like shutter speed, aperture, and ISO while others adjust automatically, and a preview function to see how changes would affect a photo. It also offers saving snapshots with parameters and geolocation, real-time color temperature measurement, and histogram plotting.

### Is this app free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it does offer in-app purchases. This means that while core functionality is available for free, certain advanced features or options may require a purchase.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is designed for photographers, from beginners learning the fundamentals to more experienced users who want a convenient tool for precise exposure control. It's for anyone who wants to experiment with camera settings in real time and understand the impact on their photos.

### Can I use this app to measure light in different units?

The app's subtitle mentions measuring Lux and EV, indicating it can provide readings in these common light measurement units. This allows photographers to understand the ambient light conditions and translate them into appropriate camera settings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.4 — 2026-05-06

Updated the "Close" button position. It is now much easier to see against the background, based on your feedback.

### 2.5.3 — 2026-03-02

User interface improvements

### 2.5.2 — 2026-02-25

Improved stability

### 2.5.1 — 2026-02-20

Access issues caused by external blocking have been resolved. The app now functions reliably.

### 2.4.13 — 2026-02-10

Stability improvements

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