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TinType - Wet Plate Camera

TinType - Wet Plate Camera

Collodion portraits since 1851

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Released
October 22, 2014
Updated
October 3, 2026

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Hipstamatic, LLC
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Transform your photos into vintage portraits inspired by 19th-century photographic techniques. Apply authentic tintype and daguerreotype effects with customizable controls for a unique, artistic look. Edit existing photos or capture new ones with stunning accuracy.

✓Authentic tintype and daguerreotype effects
✓Customizable effect controls
✓Portrait Mode support
✓Focus adjustment for Portrait Mode images
✓Full frame or square format
✓Photo extension for Photos app editing
✓Nondestructive editing
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What users say about TinType

Reviews of TinType are mixed: the Photo & Video app is rated 4.8/5 from 3.5K App Store ratings. What users like most: vintage/antique photo effects, easy to use. Top complaints: crashes/doesn't work, limited functionality/customization. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🎨Vintage/antique photo effects
  • 👍Easy to use
  • 🎨Unique/creative look
  • 🎨Reminds of old film photography

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes/doesn't work
  • 🔧Limited functionality/customization
  • 🔄Overwrites original photos
  • 🔍Issues with focus/framing
  • 🔍Inconsistent image quality
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What's New in TinType

3.0

October 3, 2026

• TinType is now part of the Hipstamatic Camera Club • Unlimited use is available for members, or those who purchased TinType 2 or earlier • Improved Portrait Mode capture and processing on modern iPhones • Updated and streamlined TinType editing interface, with additional controls • Updated for iOS 27 • New: Find a Studio - a directory of real tintype photographers near you (Are you a tintype photographer? Contact us to be included in the directory!)

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User reviews

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09 Hipstamatic user

Ryan, Lucas and the Hipsta team are the best! Bring back Snap Magazine!
MMissNewTeenwolf

Tintype update ruins what’s special about this app

Terrible update that’s taken away the something special that this app says managed. Now in essence just seems to turn your photos into black and white with a scratchy plate texture.
BBlowchunkies

Great app but …

I love the app and the new interface but under “Adjust” the buttons — Contrast, Shadows, etc. — don’t always hold still long enough to press them. iPhone 16Pro Max. But I’ve still managed to create some great images.
CBCabildo Baggins

Photos won’t load

When it works it works great, but When I go to select photos that were taken a few months/years ago, the photos refuse to load.
DFDom. F

Sadness

This looks like it might be fun, but I downloaded it on my iPhone 17 Pro and got an error message each time I tried to use it. Since there is no support, I have not been able to figure out why I got an error message and have since deleted the app. Don’t bother.
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App crashes on launch

Bug

Photos rotate/flip unexpectedly

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Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add ability to adjust focus point

Feature

Improve RAW photo support

Feature

Add more customization options

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Allow saving edited photos separately

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FAQ

What kind of photo effects does TinType offer?

TinType offers four authentic effects inspired by 19th-century photographic processes: classic black and white, hand-painted color, high contrast dark black and white, and sepia-stained ambrotype. These effects are designed to reproduce the look of daguerreotypes and tintypes with stunning accuracy.

Can I customize the vintage effects?

Yes, the effect controls are fully customizable. You can tweak parameters such as eye intensity, plate grain, and depth-of-field to achieve your desired vintage look. This allows for a highly personalized artistic expression in your portraits.

What is the cost of TinType?

TinType is available for free. The application does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing users to enjoy all its features without additional cost.

What devices is TinType compatible with?

TinType is compatible with iPhones. It supports Portrait Mode on newer iPhones (X, XS, XR, XS Max for both cameras, and 7 Plus, 8 Plus for rear cameras) for more authentic tintypes. It also functions as a photo extension within the Photos app.

How can I use TinType for my photos?

You can use TinType to capture new images directly within the app or import existing photos from your library. The app allows for nondestructive editing, meaning your original photos are always saved. You can then share your creations to social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.