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Zoetropic - Photo in motion

Zoetropic - Photo in motion

Giving life to photos

307 ratings
178 reviews
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Released
April 4, 2018
Updated
July 2, 2021

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Developer

Zoemach Tecnologia LTDA ME
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About

Transform still images into dynamic cinemagraphs with animated effects and 3D parallax. Add exclusive overlays, soundtracks from a vast library, and create professional-looking motion graphics easily. Unlock full access and frequent updates with a subscription.

✓Cinemagraph effects from single photos
✓3D parallax effect tools
✓Exclusive image and video overlays
✓Extensive audio library with soundtracks
✓Motion point setting
✓Stabilization and masking tools
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What users say about Zoetropic

Reviews of Zoetropic are mostly negative: the Photo & Video app is rated 4.3/5 from 307 App Store ratings. What users like most: easy to use and intuitive interface, creative motion effects and cinemagraph functionality. Top complaints: frequent app crashes during export/save operations, significant quality degradation of images (reduced to 1280x720). Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy to use and intuitive interface
  • 💡Creative motion effects and cinemagraph functionality
  • 🎨High-quality visual results when working properly
  • 💰Affordable one-time purchase price
  • ⚡Fast processing and quick saves (when functional)
  • 🎬Professional-looking cinematic effects

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes during export/save operations
  • 📉Significant quality degradation of images (reduced to 1280x720)
  • 🔄Persistent crashing when adding music/audio
  • 💾Inability to save files reliably
  • ⚠️App crashes at specific progress percentages (30-85%)
  • 🖼️Low resolution preview makes editing difficult
  • 🚫Limited export resolution options (no Full HD or 4K)
  • 🔐Misleading subscription/payment prompts despite paid version
  • ⏱️Extremely slow save times on some devices
  • 🎞️Motion effects not visible when shared on Instagram
  • 📱Performance issues on older devices (iPhone 5, 5s, 5c, 6)
  • 🔧Outdated app with infrequent updates (2+ years without updates as of 2023)
  • ⚫Black bars/artifacts appearing on edited content
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What's New in Zoetropic

2.0.21

July 2, 2021

It is now possible to change the color of the overlays And of course, we killed some BUGs. We hate BUGs.

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User reviews

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Aplicativo ultrapassado

Eu tentei …
AANDRADE_LUC2013

Love this

Easy to use…
SSakuraUzumaki00

Was soll das?

Jahrelang problemlos damit gearbeitet. Plötzlich kann ich keine Bilder mehr laden obwohl ich das Programm damals gekauft habe!. Muss ich mich etwa dafür jetzt registrieren? Was soll der Unsinn!?!
Ppnull

Love it but keeps shutting down

Really like the app but sometimes it just stops working and shuts down. Then wont load after reopening app
JJojokkmnb

Super

super easy to use. very good price. But needs more overlays.
MMrShirM
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

19 issues

App crashes during video/GIF export process

Bug

App crashes when attempting to add music or audio

Bug

App crashes when saving to camera roll

Bug

App fails to save projects and videos

Bug

App closes unexpectedly during rendering

Bug

Black screen appears before app exit

Bug

Image quality degrades significantly upon loading

Bug

Mask tool feedback not visible (should show red highlight)

Bug

Cursor lag with mask tool (4-6 second delay)

Bug

App crashes at specific resolution settings (768x768)

Bug

App crashes on iPad when adding music

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App won't load past opening page

Bug

App crashes immediately upon launch

Bug

Lifetime purchase not recognized, still prompts for payment

Bug

Black stripe artifact on left side of images

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App freezes when selecting songs from iTunes

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Motion effects not visible when shared on social media

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App hangs during import process (70-85%)

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Export limited to low resolution despite high-quality source

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Requested Features

13 requests

Full HD and 4K export resolution support

Feature

More overlay options and effects

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Image stacking capability (layering multiple images)

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Brush tools for better editing control

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Built-in photo editing features

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Better audio/music integration

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More motion effect varieties (boomerang, pulsating, etc.)

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Improved preview quality during editing

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Color adjustment tools

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GIF export format support

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Better tutorial and documentation

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Ability to save projects for later editing

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Instagram-compatible motion format

Feature

FAQ

What does Zoetropic do?

Zoetropic allows you to create animated photos and cinemagraph effects from single still images. It enables you to add motion, 3D parallax effects, exclusive overlays, and soundtracks to make your pictures come alive as videos.

How do I create an animated photo with Zoetropic?

The process involves three simple steps: first, set motion points on your photo. Second, stabilize or mask areas you want to remain still. Finally, customize your motion with overlays and audio from the app's library.

Is Zoetropic free to use?

The app is free to download and use with some features available. However, a subscription unlocks all tools without limits and provides access to frequent content updates, offering a more comprehensive experience.

What kind of effects can I add to my photos?

You can add motion to specific parts of your photo, create realistic 3D parallax effects, and apply exclusive image and video overlays. The app also features a large audio library for soundtracks to enhance your creations.

What is the output format of the created effect?

The result of the effects created with Zoetropic is a video. This allows for dynamic and engaging content that can be shared across various platforms.