Best Stopwise alternatives: apps like Stopwise – Exposure Dial

Whether you want more options like Stopwise or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Stopwise

AstroExposure by Piriou Alain

Astro Exposure Calculator

Editor's Choice

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Photographer's Friend by Martin Bailey Photography K.K.

DoF, Focus Stacking, ND & More

Strong Contender

3.7(6 ratings)

$9.99In-App Purchases

This app provides essential photography calculation tools, including depth of field, neutral density filter adjustments, and exposure shifts. It offers advanced features like Pixel Peeper mode for enhanced accuracy and Apple Watch integration.

ND Slow Shutter by Francesco Foianesi

ND Filters made simple

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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LFTools

For Film Photographers

(0)

Light meter & darkroom timer

Pellica: Analog Film Log

Film roll logging with status trackingPrecise light meter with multiple modesCustomizable development timer

This app is a comprehensive analog photography toolkit, helping you track film rolls, meter light, time development, import scans, and find labs. It consolidates multiple functions into a single, offline-ready companion for film photographers.

(5)

freemium

Your long exposure calulator

James Owl Calc

Precise exposure calculations for ND filtersReverse calculation modeSmart adaptive technology for light changes

This tool helps landscape photographers calculate precise camera settings for long exposure shots. It recommends ND filter combinations, aperture, and ISO based on your current settings and desired effect. Features include tutorials and camera-specific adjustments.

(4)

free

Xposure - Photo Planner & ND

ND, planning & long exposure.

Effects-based ND filter calculationReal-time light meterGolden hour and solar event tracking

This app helps photographers master long exposure techniques by calculating the correct ND filters needed for desired effects. It also provides real-time light metering, golden hour tracking, and weather information to plan perfect shots.

(5)

paid

Photo Friend exposure and DoF

Calculator and lightmeter

Intuitive exposure calculatorLight meter with viewfinderDepth-of-field calculator

This app helps photographers and filmmakers calculate camera exposure, estimate depth-of-field, and function as a light meter using the phone's camera. It offers an intuitive interface for adjusting settings like ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to achieve optimal exposure.

free with in-app purchases

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Your bff 4 analog photography

Lightme - Logbook

Log film rolls, shots, and developmentTrack gear and consumablesData visualization with graphs/histograms

This app helps analog photographers meticulously track their film rolls, shots, and development processes. It allows for detailed logging of gear and consumables, with features for data visualization and export. Users can also manage film holders and add post-development notes with photos of final results.

free with in-app purchases

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Light Meter - Film Exposure

Film Camera Exposure Tool

Aperture-priority meteringShutter-priority meteringEV value display

This tool assists film photographers by providing accurate aperture-priority and shutter-priority metering. It displays EV values, supports popular film stocks for ISO settings, and allows for ND filter input. Users can also capture scene photos with recorded metering data for analysis.

(11)

free