Comparison

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ vs Macro Mode

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

This app offers a manual-first camera experience for photographers, providing granular control over exposure, focus, and white balance. Shoot in RAW, ProRAW, or JPG with advanced tools like histograms and clipping warnings for professional results.

Highlights
  • Manual exposure control (shutter, ISO)
  • RAW, ProRAW, and JPG shooting modes
  • Manual focus override
  • Custom white balance settings
  • RGB histogram and clipping warnings
  • Composition aids (grid, level)
Features
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RAW+ is a minimalist camera for purists and professionals and puts total creative control back into your hands with a streamlined, manual-first interface. Shoot in RAW, JPG or both simultaneously. RAW+ is ALWAYS manual exposure- shutter and ISO controls are always on screen and easily accessible via huge sliders(The aperture is fixed on the iPhone and thus not adjustable- but you knew that already). Manual focus override any time as well as custom white balance settings. Professional Imaging Pipeline- TrueRAW: Shoot pure, unadulterated RAW data with zero post-processing. ProRAW: Leverage Apple’s fusion pipeline and high-dynamic-range enhancements. 48MP Support: Toggle maximum resolution for ProRAW on supported sensors and lenses. Manual Focus Override: Take control of your focal plane at any moment. Custom White Balance: Choose from 8 presets or set a specific Kelvin value. Essential Tools- RGB Histogram: Monitor your color channels in real-time. Clipping Warnings: Live highlights and shadow overlays to prevent lost detail. Composition Aids: Integrated Grid and Level overlays for perfect framing. Format Flexibility: Support for RAW, ProRAW, and high-quality JPG. Compatibility- RAW Support: iPhone SE, 6s, and newer devices. ProRAW Support: iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, and all subsequent Pro models. Terms of Service: dynamicappdesign.com/tos

About

Macro Mode

Capture detailed close-up photos and videos with advanced manual controls for focus and exposure. This app automatically selects the best lens for macro shots and supports high-resolution video recording with HDR.

Highlights
  • Macro photography and videography
  • Focus peaking and manual controls
  • Adjustable LED flashlight brightness
  • Automatic optimal lens selection
  • 4K 60fps and 1080p 240fps slow-motion video
  • HDR Dolby Vision support
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Shoot stunning macro photos and videos with your iPhone or iPad using Macro Mode. Focus Peaking & Manual Controls Precisely adjust focus and exposure using a simple slider. You can even control the brightness of the LED flashlight to get just the right amount of light on your subject. Always the Right Lens Macro Mode automatically uses the optimal lens for macro shots, avoiding switching between the ultra-wide and wide lenses. Macro Videos Record videos in up to 4K at 60 fps or 1080p slow motion at 240 fps, with full HDR Dolby Vision support.

Screenshots

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+4 screens
Macro Mode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ at Free against Macro Mode's $2.99. Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 95). Macro Mode's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On rating and review sentiment there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ is free to download; Macro Mode costs $2.99 up front. Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Macro Mode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ against 4.4 for Macro Mode. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ has 2.4K ratings behind it against 95, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 59% and 60% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ ships an update every 5 weeks, Macro Mode every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ versus Macro Mode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+Macro Mode
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.4 (2.4K ratings)4.4 (95 ratings)
Positive reviews59.2% of reviews59.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.4K — better95
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDynamic App Design LLCKenneth Kao

Customer experience

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

All ratings2,385 ratings
Positive84.5%
Neutral4.0%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews520 reviews
Positive59.2%
Neutral9.8%
Negative31.0%

Macro Mode

All ratings95 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive59.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative38.1%

Bugs and requests

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incorrect RAW file naming
  • Photos disappearing from gallery
  • Automatic photo capture
  • Exposure preview not matching final image

Requested features

8 requests
  • Zoom functionality
  • Longer shutter speed options
  • Larger focus preview window
  • Aperture control
  • Countdown timer
Show 3 more
  • Auto mode
  • Square aspect ratio
  • Flash support

Macro Mode

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • RAW+ Premium Lifetime$19.99
None

Macro Mode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ free?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Macro Mode free?
Macro Mode costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ or Macro Mode?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ and Macro Mode are both rated 4.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2.4K and 95 ratings respectively.
Do Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ or Macro Mode have ads?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ shows ads; Macro Mode does not.
Which is updated more often, Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ or Macro Mode?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ ships an update every 5 weeks, and Macro Mode every 7 months. Most recently, Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Macro Mode on September 26, 2026.

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