# REC - Pro Video Camera — Cinematic Film Recording

> Professional video camera app with advanced manual controls and timecode sync. (iPhone/iPad app by LateNiteSoft S.L..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rec-pro-video-camera/id1175490870 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LateNiteSoft S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/283292600)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 70 App Store ratings · 97 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-07-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rec-pro-video-camera/id1175490870/reviews.md

## What is REC?

Elevate your video capturing with REC! Tailored for creators, it provides extensive video and audio options for professional-quality production effortlessly. Choose from a range of camera settings, stabilization options, resolutions, frame rates, and more to capture the perfect video every time. And with intuitive controls and an easy-to-read heads-up display, you can adjust focus, exposure, and more with just a tap.

Plus, with REC's timecode feature, you can easily synchronize footage from multiple devices for seamless, multi-angle videos. Choose from "Time of Day" timecode or use Bluetooth sync with Tentacle Sync devices for precise, one-frame resolution synchronization. And with seamless management options, including preview, watch, and send directly to your photo library or favorite editing app, you can create and share professional-quality videos with ease.

Here's a quick summary of REC's plethora of video options:
- Camera: Front, Telephoto, Wide, Ultra-Wide (As available on your device.)
- Camera Stabilization (As available by device and camera selection.)
- Resolution: Open Gate, 4K, 1080p, 720p (As available by device.)
- FPS: 240, 120, 60, 50, 48, 30, 29.97,  25, 24, 23.98 (As available by device and camera selection.)
- Bit Rate: Normal, High, Max
- Dynamic Range: 8 Bit, 10 Bit, 10 Bit HDR (As available by device and other selections.)
- Format: HEVC, H.264, ProRes 422 HQ, ProRes RAW HQ (As available by device and other selections.)
- Lock Exposure and White Balance when recording begins.
- Apple Log and Apple Log 2 support when recording in ProRes.
- External storage support for iPhone 15 to 17 Pro using USB-C,

Audio
Here's a quick summary of REC's extensive audio options:
- Microphone: Front, Back, Bottom, External (As available on your device.)
- Microphone Gain control
- Microphone Polar Pattern control: Choose omni, subcardioid, cardioid or stereo pickup depending on what best fits your usage. (As available by device and microphone.)
- Sample Rate: 24Khz, 44.1Khz, 48Khz
- Format: AAC, PCM

Lot of options! But REC gives you simplicity along with flexibility, you'll never be able to select a combination that doesn't work with your device.

Captivating Controls
REC's floating buttons put pro level controls at your fingertips, and keeps them out of the way while you're focusing on what's important, shooting your video! A single tap brings up any of the control menus where you can adjust the white balance, shutter speed, ISO, EV, and focus manually.  Or, use our intuitive touch controls to specify precisely where in your frame focus on and expose to. Quickly swap between the Wide, Ultra-Wide, Telephoto, or Front cameras and different formats with a flick of your finger, and your selection is always available at a glance. Optionally overlay a grid, and zoom in or out to help you frame the perfect shot every time.


Terrific Timecodes
REC provides two Timecode methods. The first one is "Time of Day", which simply records your device's clock information alongside the video. In order for it to work, just make sure all your devices are set to the same time. For really accurate and extremely simple synchronization, REC also provides Bluetooth sync using Tentacle Sync devices. Using Tentacle Timecode, REC is able to synchronize your iPhone footage with high accuracy. You can find more about the Tentacle Sync solutions at https://tentaclesync.com.

Marvelous Management
REC saves all of your videos seamlessly to the built-in manager that lets you quickly and easily preview your creations. Watch your shots at different speeds, and preview them without sound if you're trying to find the right shot to share in a sensitive environment. Sending a video to your photo library or favorite editor is just a tap away. Or if you'd prefer, send videos directly to the Photo Library and enjoy its seamless integration with any app that supports video.

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## Key features

- Advanced camera settings
- Manual focus and exposure control
- Timecode synchronization
- Multiple resolutions and frame rates
- External microphone support
- ProRes format support
- External storage support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One-Time Purchase | $49.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of REC?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 High quality video recording
- 👍 Professional results for educators
- 👍 Reliable and feature-rich
- 👍 Simple and intuitive UI
- 👍 In-app storage for videos
- 👍 Excellent timecode integration
- 👍 Good manual controls
- 👍 Dolby Vision support
- 👍 Mic selection options
- 👍 Lock WB/Exposure on Record
- 👍 Replaced Filmic Pro for some users
- 👍 Seamless integration with Camera+
- 👍 Good for syncing multiple iPhones

**Cons**

- 🐛 Audio issues (no audio, hiss)
- 🐛 App crashes (ProRes, audio interface)
- 🐛 Video not saving/lost footage
- 🐛 Freezing/lagging during recording
- 🐛 Stabilization issues
- 🐛 Battery drain
- 🐛 No zoom function (initially)
- 🐛 Incompatible with iPad
- 🐛 Shady developer practices (past issues)
- 🐛 Overheating phone
- 🐛 Black screen on iOS 16
- 🐛 Poor external mic support (Bluetooth, USB)
- 🐛 Footage saved as 'other system data'
- 🐛 Limited bitrate and resolution options
- 🐛 No focus peaking or zebra stripes
- 🐛 4K 60fps issues (missing, DV)
- 🐛 Flickering video with autofocus
- 🐛 No instructions or tutorials
- 🐛 Can't delete recordings
- 🐛 No Apple Watch companion app
- 🐛 No 59.94p frame rate support
- 🐛 No log profile or LUT options (initially)
- 🐛 No focus loop or false colors
- 🐛 No manual for features
- 🐛 No flash during video recording
- 🐛 Gallery issues (app goes crazy)
- 🐛 Can't monitor audio with EarPods
- 🐛 No manual audio adjustment for mic

**Commonly reported bugs**

- No audio after iOS update
- ProRes recording errors
- Footage not saved
- App freezes during recording
- App crashes when choosing ProRes
- App crashes when connected to audio interface
- Video flickers when enabling autofocus
- Stabilization not working
- Black screen on iOS 16
- Timecode not working (elapsed time only)
- External mic button not touchable
- App automatically starts recording
- Gallery part of the app is malfunctioning
- Cannot save to Photos (storage error)
- Focus gets stuck at minimum distance
- Recorder won't save recordings
- Tools sometimes freeze
- Stabilization not working at start/end of shots
- Cannot monitor audio with EarPods
- External stereo mic records in mono
- Image stabilization not as good as native app
- App crashes when opening gallery
- App doesn't launch

**Most requested features**

- Add pause and resume functionality
- Add log profile for iPhone 15
- Add LUT option
- Add 50/60 kHz fix for framerates
- Add focus loop
- Add focus peaking
- Add zebra stripes
- Add false colors
- Add more resolution options
- Add bitrate control
- Add 59.94p frame rate option
- Add offset option for frame rates
- Add Apple Watch companion app for monitoring
- Add log profile support
- Add Slog3 support
- Add German language support
- Add remote control with preview for Apple Watch
- Add 4K 60fps enablement
- Add HDR 10bit 4K60fps support
- Add manual zoom slider and buttons
- Add support for iPad
- Add stereo recording with external mics/interfaces
- Add image stabilization improvement
- Add automatic video saves to camera roll
- Add manual mic audio adjustment
- Add ability to disable microphone when needed
- Add flash during video recording
- Add user guide or documentation
- Add zoom function
- Add ability to switch to Camera+2 quickly
- Add presets and ability to save/switch between them

## Recent user reviews (10 of 97)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rec-pro-video-camera/id1175490870/reviews.md

### 5/5 — FIXED-Version 8.0.2 crashes

*2026-07-17*

Crashing problem fixed in version 8.0.3 (thanks!) 

Version 8.0.2 will not launch. Previous version was working fine. 
iOS 18.7.8, iPhone 11 Pro.

### 5/5 — Pro Quality Recording

*2026-05-23*

There are too many old reviews with people complaining about the developer, not the app.  The app is simple and really produces high quality video. You have a lot of control over cameras, mics and more on your phone.  I’d definitely recommend this app.

### 1/5 — Needs another update iOS 26.4 no audio

*2026-03-29*

I updated my phone to iOS 26.4 and now there is no audio and I’ve tried everything playing in different microphones and restarting my phone nothing please fix

### 5/5 — A Videography Powerhouse for Educators

*2026-02-21*

Whether for recording training videos, student presentations, or lab demonstrations, REC delivers professional results. The variety of frame rates and dynamic range options allows for creative and clear visual explanations. It’s reliable, packed with features found in apps costing much more, and incredibly easy to recommend to colleagues. The best investment for educational video creation on iPhone.

### 5/5 — Best Definition in picture I have ever seen

*2025-08-21*

Best picture definition I’ve ever seen for a 4K camera / video camera recorder. Brilliant.AAA+++

### 1/5 — Naja

*2025-07-29*

Früher war gut 
Aber jetzt jajaja

### 5/5 — Отличное приложение, есть все функции для сьёмки в максимальном качестве най Айфон 15 про Макс.

*2025-05-15*

Отличное приложение, есть все функции для сьёмки в максимальном качестве най Айфон 15 про Макс.  Видео качественней получается чем на стандартную камеру или блекмейджек камеру. Потому что снимает в прорез и сразу красит корректно.

### 4/5 — The best of them all

*2025-04-08, version 7.7.2*

Absolutely The best of them all.

### 2/5 — Need to be able to use all three cameras instead of just recording with the wide angle lens

*2025-03-28, version 7.7.2*

Need to be able to use all three cameras on iPhone 16 Pro Max instead of just selecting telephoto lens wide angle lens ultra wide angle lens and need to add spatial audio and higher quality for the 16 promax that does 4K 120

### 5/5 — RIFANIFA

*2025-03-21*

Excellent performance

## Frequently asked questions about REC

### What kind of video settings does this app offer?

The app provides a wide array of video settings including various camera options (Front, Telephoto, Wide, Ultra-Wide), stabilization, resolutions (Open Gate, 4K, 1080p, 720p), frame rates (up to 240fps), bit rates, and dynamic range options (8 Bit, 10 Bit, 10 Bit HDR). It also supports formats like HEVC, H.264, ProRes 422 HQ, and ProRes RAW HQ.

### How does the timecode feature work?

The app offers two timecode methods: 'Time of Day' which records your device's current time, and Bluetooth sync with Tentacle Sync devices for precise, one-frame resolution synchronization. This is ideal for easily synchronizing footage from multiple devices for multi-angle videos.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is available for free but offers in-app purchases. This means you can download and use the basic features without cost, with the option to purchase additional features or unlock advanced functionalities.

### What audio options are available?

The app supports various microphone inputs (Front, Back, Bottom, External) and offers microphone gain control. You can also adjust the microphone polar pattern to choose omni, subcardioid, cardioid, or stereo pickup depending on your needs. Audio formats like AAC and PCM are supported, along with sample rates of 24Khz, 44.1Khz, and 48Khz.

### Can I control focus and exposure manually?

Yes, the app features intuitive touch controls and floating buttons that allow for manual adjustment of focus, exposure, white balance, shutter speed, and ISO. You can tap to adjust these settings or specify precise focus and exposure points within your frame.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.0.3 — 2026-07-17

Fixed an issue on iOS 18 that could cause REC to quit unexpectedly on launch. REC should now start reliably so you can record without interruptions.

### 8.0.2 — 2026-06-14

This update improves the reliability of the audio level meter on iOS 26.4 and iOS 26.5.

In some cases on these versions, the meter could appear stuck at the bottom, even when your microphone was actively capturing sound. With this update, REC switches to an alternate measurement method on iOS 26.4 and 26.5 so the level display stays responsive and reflects real input.

On all other iOS versions, REC continues to use the standard system audio meter.

Thank you for using REC and for helping us keep it dependable for your video workflows.

### 8.0.1 — 2026-03-12

REC 8.0.1 makes the app smoother, faster, and more reliable, so you can focus on recording.

### 8.0 — 2025-12-03

REC 8 is a major professional upgrade introducing a full Open Gate recording pipeline, complete ProRes RAW support, Apple Log 2 compatibility, and constant frame rate on supported devices. This release also enhances reliability with smarter automatic format adjustments, improved device capability detection, and refined session behavior. The entire Settings experience has been rebuilt in SwiftUI for a cleaner, more consistent interface. Together, these improvements make REC 8 our most powerful and future-ready version for filmmakers who depend on precision and performance.

### 7.8 — 2025-09-28

iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro support. We’ve updated REC to run flawlessly on Apple’s latest devices. Whether you're filming in ProRes on iPhone 17 Pro or shooting cinematic clips on the standard iPhone 17, REC is optimized for performance, compatibility, and battery efficiency.

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