# Photographica — Simple, fast, and easy drawing

> Photo editor for adding information, layers, and depth effects. (iPhone/iPad app by keiji matsumoto.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photographica/id6767537460 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [keiji matsumoto](https://appshunter.io/developer/354143756)
- Category: Photo & Video, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 31 MB
- Languages: British English, Filipino, French (France), Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Thai, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2026-05-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photographica/id6767537460/reviews.md

## What is Photographica?

Photographica is an information-focused photo editor that lets you put together a polished, info-rich shot in seconds.

It automatically detects and separates the subjects in your photo into layers, so the popular "text behind the subject" effect is just a tap away (results may vary depending on the photo).

KEY FEATURES

■ Layers you can slip BETWEEN subjects
The app auto-detects what's in your photo and stacks each subject back-to-front. Drop your layer in at any depth you like.

■ A rich set of layer types
• Text — fonts, colors, strokes and rotation, all customizable
• Symbols — insert arrows and basic shapes with a single tap
• Emoji stamps — turn system emoji into stamps as-is
• Freehand drawing — sketch freely with your finger or Apple Pencil
• Image layers — drop in another photo as a stamp
• Speech bubbles — quick and easy comic-style edits
• Map layers — embed a map using GSI, OSM or OTM tiles
• GPX tracks — overlay your hiking or travel route on a map

■ Beautifully formatted shot info
Coordinates, elevation, capture bearing, date — the metadata bound to your photo can be inserted onto the image with refined formatting. Choose your coordinate style (decimal or DMS) and units in detail, and fine-tune the position on a built-in map picker. Edited locations can be written back to EXIF, dramatically improving the accuracy of your hiking and travel records.

■ Photo-level edits
Rotate, crop and resize the underlying photo. Crops support both fixed aspect ratios and free shapes.

■ Styles and filters
Apply filters to individual layers or to the whole photo — from subtle color grading to bold artistic effects.

■ Projects and iCloud sync
Every edit is saved as a project you can revisit any time from a grid-style browser. Projects sync via iCloud Documents, so you can move seamlessly between iPhone and iPad.

■ Export and share
Export to PNG or JPEG, send via the share sheet, or save to Photos with EXIF preserved — ready for social media, print or long-term archives.

PRICING

The free version lets you try nearly every feature (with banner ads, rewarded video ads and a watermark). Upgrade to the full version to remove ads and watermarks.
• 3-month seasonal subscription: $5.99
• Lifetime purchase: $19.99

REQUIREMENTS

Runs on iPhone and iPad with iOS 18 or later. Available in English and Japanese.

PERFECT FOR

• Adding text and arrows to photos for stylish social media posts
• Embedding accurate location and elevation on hiking and travel shots
• Decorating family and kids' photos with playful elements
• Anyone wanting depth-aware effects ordinary photo editors can't deliver
• Apple Pencil users looking for serious mobile photo editing


Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://kzi.jp/privacy-policy.html

## Key features

- Automatic subject separation into layers
- Add text, symbols, emoji, drawings, and images as layers
- Embed photo metadata (coordinates, elevation, bearing)
- Apply styles and filters to layers or the whole photo
- Project saving and iCloud sync
- Export with preserved EXIF data

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Season(3 months) unlock | $5.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock restrictions | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photographica/id6767537460/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 大変使いやすくて良いです

*2026-05-30*

簡単で感覚的にレイヤーを使っての編集ができて良いです。早速プロにしました。
一点だけ気になるのですが、画像をレイヤーに読み込んで不透明度を下げたのですが、カメラロールに書き出すと不透明ではなくなります。使い方が悪いのでしょうか。それ以外は問題ありません。

**Developer response:** 申し訳ありません、不具合です。1.0.3で解消されるはずですので、リリースされたらお試しください。レビューありがとうございました。

### 5/5 — 楽しい！

*2026-05-28*

愛用アプリ「ジオグラフィカ」の開発者さんの新作。写真を楽しく編集できて便利。長く使い続けられそうです。

**Developer response:** ありがとうございます！今後も改善していきます😃

## Frequently asked questions about Photographica

### Does Photographica have ads?

Yes, the free version of Photographica contains banner ads and rewarded video ads. These are removed when you upgrade to the full version.

### What are the pricing options for Photographica?

Photographica offers a 3-month seasonal subscription for $5.99 or a lifetime purchase for $19.99. The free version includes ads and a watermark.

### What devices does Photographica support?

Photographica runs on iPhone and iPad devices with iOS 18 or later. It is available in English and Japanese.

### How often is Photographica updated?

The latest version of Photographica is 1.0.6, last updated on June 13, 2026. Updates typically address bug fixes and feature enhancements.

### Can I edit locations on my photos with Photographica?

Yes, Photographica allows you to embed accurate location and elevation data onto your photos. You can also edit locations and write them back to EXIF data for improved accuracy.

### What kind of layers can I add in Photographica?

You can add text, symbols, emoji stamps, freehand drawings, image layers, speech bubbles, map layers, and GPX tracks as layers in Photographica.

### Is Photographica suitable for Apple Pencil users?

Yes, Photographica is designed for users who want serious mobile photo editing capabilities, including freehand drawing with an Apple Pencil.

### How does Photographica handle privacy?

Photographica's privacy policy is available at kzi.jp/privacy-policy.html, outlining how user data is handled. The app allows for EXIF data to be preserved or edited.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.6 — 2026-06-13

- Fixed an issue that prevented photos from being imported on iOS 18.

### 1.0.5 — 2026-06-08

* Improved the usability of drawing layers.
* Fixed an issue where attached text did not follow grid layout changes when creating a grid with multiple images.

### 1.0.4 — 2026-06-03

- When creating a project, turning on “Automatically Mask Faces” now detects faces in the image and masks them with mosaic, black bars, or emoji.
- Text layers, speech bubble layers, symbol layers, and emoji layers can now be converted to image layers (rasterized). You can erase parts of text and other elements with the eraser or draw over them.
- To convert a layer to an image, tap the “Convert to Image Layer” button near the bottom of each layer’s edit screen.
- In the layer list, swipe right on a layer row to turn the entire layer into a stamp.
- Added “Rectangle” to the drawing tools. This makes it easy to create comic-style panel layouts.
- Improved drawing tool behavior.
- Fixed bugs and made other improvements.

### 1.0.3 — 2026-06-01

- Bug fixes
- Improved usability
- Fixed an issue where exporting an image with a layer opacity reduced would result in the layer not appearing semi-transparent

### 1.0.2 — 2026-05-27

- Added a stamp feature. "Stamp" has been added to the + button menu. Try out the preset stamps included.
- In the layer list, swipe a layer row to the right to register it as an original stamp in My Stamps.
- You can register a selected area as a stamp using the selection tool on image and drawing layers.
- You can manage stamps in Settings → Stamp Management. To export your own stamps, tap the export button in the top right → tap to select → send externally. Sharing the .pgstamps file with other users lets them use your stamp pack.
- The drawing feature has been expanded. You can now fill and draw rectangles. Long-press the screen while drawing to show the palette.

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