# TinType by Hipstamatic — Selfie like it's 1899

> Vintage portrait photography app with authentic tintype and daguerreotype effects. (iPhone/iPad app by Hipstamatic, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tintype-by-hipstamatic/id926177061 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hipstamatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342115567)
- Category: Photo & Video, Lifestyle
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 3,503 App Store ratings · 335 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 114 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2014-10-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tintype-by-hipstamatic/id926177061/reviews.md

## What is TinType by Hipstamatic?

Create hauntingly beautiful, soul capturing portraits with TinType by Hipstamatic. Inspired by daguerreotypes, tintypes, and other photographic processes from over a hundred years ago, TinType faithfully reproduces these amazing images with stunning accuracy.

• Four authentic TinType effects: classic B&W, hand-painted color, high contrast dark B&W, and sepia stained ambrotype
• Fully customizable effect controls: tweak the eye intensity, plate grain, and depth-of-field
• Supports Portrait Mode (on newer iPhones*), for the most authentic TinTypes ever
• Change point of focus while editing (available on images shot in Portrait Mode) 
• Full frame or square format
• Capture images or import from your photo library
• Edit right from the Photos app with a photo extension
• Nondestructive photo editing – the original is always saved so you can revert back to the camera raw file at any time
• Easily share to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and more

* Portrait Mode capture available on iPhone X, XS, XR, XS Max for front-facing and rear-facing cameras; also supported on iPhone 7 Plus and 8 Plus for rear-facing cameras

## Key features

- 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

## Chart rankings

- #57 in Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

## What do users think of TinType by Hipstamatic?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

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

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes/doesn't work
- 🔧 Limited functionality/customization
- 🔄 Overwrites original photos
- 🔍 Issues with focus/framing
- 🔍 Inconsistent image quality

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Photos rotate/flip unexpectedly
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Add ability to adjust focus point
- Improve RAW photo support
- Add more customization options
- Allow saving edited photos separately

## Recent user reviews (10 of 335)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tintype-by-hipstamatic/id926177061/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Sadness

*2026-06-07, version 2.2*

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.

### 1/5 — Crashes every time I try to open a photo from camera roll

*2026-04-03, version 2.2*

It’s a cool effect but I literally can’t apply it to any photo I’ve already taken. Nice to see this app hasn’t had an update in three years. Always read the fine print I guess. 👎👎👎

### 2/5 — Quelques améliorations à apporter ...

*2026-01-25*

L'application par elle-même est vraiment très agréable et le rendu est très bon. Je regrette par contre le design qui tente de ressembler à une chambre, mais qui finalement fait très cheap (Un simple cadre noir serait plus appréciable), et le fait qu'un lien vers instagram soit présent (Ras le bol des réseaux sociaux !!!). Autre point regrettable, c'est que le système de filtrage est toujours le même, les "défauts" sont toujours présents aux mêmes endroits (Ce qui n'est pas le cas avec les véritables tirages anciens ...). Enfin un système de sauvegarde de presests serai un plus indéniable. Bref, des améliorations à attendre pour 5 étoiles ...

### 5/5 — A fun option for taking photos.

*2026-01-09, version 2.2*

I do like this app.  It’s easy to learn, and delivers good results with some nice options.  The default small depth of field is awesome! I just discovered you can take any shot from your Apple photo library and tintype it. Cool!

### 4/5 — A fun option for taking photos.

*2026-01-02, version 2.2*

I do like this app.  It’s easy to learn, and delivers good results with some nice options.  My request would be to allow a wider field when not doing selfies. The default small depth of field is awesome!

### 5/5 — One of my favs

*2025-10-05, version 2.2*

This is an amazing app and nothing else compares to giving your photos that 1920-1930s look.  Please don’t ever remove from the App Store or fail to keep updated!!!!   It is so very unique!!!!

### 1/5 — doesn’t work anymore

*2025-05-02, version 2.2*

rip

### 2/5 — I love it, BUT

*2025-04-11, version 2.2*

I really love this app and have used it for years, but it hasn’t been updated in over 2 years and will not open raw photos, they just crash the app. And it could always have used some additional features or at least the ability to tweak the images. Lots to love, but it seems like an orphan now.

### 3/5 — Focus

*2025-04-01, version 2.2*

As another member asked, it would be nice if we could decide where the focus point is.

### 5/5 — Vintage Art at your fingertips

*2025-03-18, version 2.2*

I love the antique, film plate, TinType look of these. Although you can use them on any subject, portraits look the best.

## Frequently asked questions about TinType by Hipstamatic

### 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.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2022-05-25

• Support for latest iPhones and lenses, including depth mode with rear-facing camera on older iPhones using dual wide-angle lenses
• Fix a bug causing images to process in landscape aspect ratio instead of portrait during editing
• Fix a bug where previous edits were not restored during editing a TinType
• Other user interface bug fixes

### 2.1 — 2018-11-29

• Optimized for iPhone X/XR/XS/XS Max
• TinType effect remastered! New Portrait Mode support for the most authentic TinTypes ever (supports front and rear cameras on iPhone X devices, rear camera on iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 Plus)
• New 'Dark' effect
• Support for 'tap to focus' to change what is in focus when editing a TinType with depth data
• Easy access to 'portraits' album for editing Portrait Mode shots from the Apple Camera
• New app icon and other user interface refinements
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2.0.2 — 2017-03-21

• Fixed a bug where the capture interface could appear slightly shrunken on iPhone 7 Plus (when using 'zoomed' display mode)
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2.0.1 — 2017-02-17

• Fixed a bug causing a crash on launch if Photos access is turned off
• Fixed a bug causing a crash when attempting to edit a photo stored in iCloud
• Other bug fixes and improvements

### 2.0 — 2017-01-17

• Brand new analog interface, for more authentic TinType shooting
• Quick pull down "back to camera" gesture from photo library
• New 'TinType' photo album to group all your TinTypes together for quick access
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

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