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Varlens - DSLR in Phone

Varlens - DSLR in Phone

All in One Ultimate Pro Camera

4K ratings
496 reviews
📷 Photo & Video
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 26, 2021
  • September 17, 2026

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Developer

Aura Marker Studio Co., Ltd.
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Transform your phone into a professional DSLR camera with advanced controls and creative tools. Capture stunning photos and cinematic videos with a wide array of modes, filters, and editing capabilities.

✓DSLR-level photography modes
✓4K Live Photo with real-time filters
✓AI de-sharpening and portrait algorithm
✓Manual ISO, Shutter, Focus controls
✓RAW/ProRAW image format support
✓Classic analog film presets
✓Cinematic video recording with color grading
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Varlens. Based on 4K reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Photo & Video app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fantastic photo quality
  • 👍Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 💡Excellent film simulation and filter options
  • 🚀Fast and responsive performance
  • 👍Customizable settings and controls

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes and freezes
  • 🔋High battery consumption
  • 🔒Subscription issues and difficulties cancelling
  • 🐛Unreliable zoom and portrait mode
  • 🐛Inconsistent image quality and artifacts
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What's New in Varlens

8.2

September 17, 2026

The new version introduces a new film simulation filter: CN200. Designed to emulate Rollei CN200 film, it faithfully reproduces the film's distinctive tonal characteristics. Additionally, the update optimizes the processing pipeline and performance of the HiFi filter, delivering exceptional image quality for both RAW and ProRAW formats.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Varlens Pro - Yearly

In Discounting. DSLR level Pro Photography

$19.991 Year
3 Days trial
Price Updates
October 9, 2026→$19.99
May 27, 2026→$26.99
November 13, 2025→$26.99
October 4, 2025→$17.99
August 27, 2025→$14.99
January 28, 2025→$14.99
January 9, 2025→$9.99
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Events

Read more about HS-Nature Filter
Event EndedMajor Update

HS-Nature Filter

Recreating the Hasselblad color aesthetic

Jul 11, 2026 — Jul 24, 2026

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Read more about High-Fidelity Filters
Event EndedMajor Update

High-Fidelity Filters

Flawless rendering Fujifilm official LUTs

May 1, 2026 — May 18, 2026

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Read more about Capture the moon with 50x zoom
Event EndedSpecial Event

Capture the moon with 50x zoom

The Blood Moon is almost here!

Mar 2, 2026 — Mar 8, 2026

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User reviews

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Tempo de exposição

Adorei o aplicativo já fiz praticamente de tudo porém não estou conseguindo fazer alta exposição para astrofotografia. Já utilizei o modo manual mas não sei onde consigo aumentar o tempo de exposição! Alguém pode me ajudar?? Obrigado.
Jaifer2011Jaifer2011

Response from developer

Você precisa mudar para o modo de rastro de luz, onde pode definir um tempo de exposição de até 30 segundos.

Top demais

Demais
Sidasa2Sidasa2

Response from developer

Obrigado pelo seu apreço.

Expensive

$100 no way
abdulkader al othmaniabdulkader al othmani

This app. Is all Pro and professional future? Unlock. And log video available here.

Log video available here
Time line123Time line123

Response from developer

Thanks for your appreciage

Great app

I'm really happy when they release new filters
NikitøsNikitøs
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Subscription not working as expected

Bug

Zooming reduces image resolution

Bug

Flickering and shaky photos/videos

Bug

Incompatibility with latest iOS versions

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Add perspective correction tool

Feature

Improve Live Photos resolution

Feature

Expand video capabilities (LOG, higher frame rates)

Feature

Provide more customizable frame options

Feature

Add macro photography mode

Feature

FAQ

What does Varlens do?

Varlens transforms your smartphone into a professional DSLR camera. It offers advanced controls for photography and videography, including manual settings, various shooting modes, and real-time filters.

What are the key photography features?

Key features include DSLR-level photography modes like Auto, Portrait, and Manual, 4K Live Photo with real-time filters, an exclusive portrait algorithm for bokeh effects, AI de-sharpening, 50x digital zoom, and manual control over ISO, Shutter, and Focus. It also supports RAW/ProRAW formats.

How is the video recording functionality?

The app supports cinematic video recording with features like Open Gate for full sensor resolution, 3-level stabilization, real-time color grading filters, slow-motion capture up to 240 fps, and pause/continue recording. It offers various color profiles like HDR, Dolby Vision, and codecs like HEVC and ProRes.

What kind of editing tools are available?

Varlens provides professional photo editing with AI features for aperture, whitening, and face slimming. It includes mask tools, customizable presets, an HSL+ tool for local color blending, and extensive adjustments for exposure, contrast, saturation, curves, and more. Photos are processed non-destructively.

Is Varlens free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering a comprehensive set of features. However, it includes in-app purchases, suggesting that some advanced features or content may require an additional purchase.