Comparison

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ vs FocusStepper

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 Shutter Speed Manual ISO Manual Aperture Control- iPhone 18 Pro only 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

FocusStepper

Features
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FocusStepper helps you run repeatable focus-bracketing sequences on compatible cameras from your iPhone. Connect over Bluetooth, calibrate focus travel for your lens, choose your shot count and timing, and run stepped brackets without constantly adjusting the camera by hand. FocusStepper is built for a simple field workflow: • Connect a compatible camera • Calibrate focus travel • Choose shot count, step size, and timing • Run the bracket from your iPhone Free features: • Camera connection • Focus checks • Focus travel calibration • Capped bracket runs Premium unlocks: • Unlimited bracket runs • Saved setups • Focus profiles • Session review FocusStepper is designed for photographers who want a faster, more repeatable way to capture focus stacks with compatible camera setups. Auto-renewable subscription terms: FocusStepper Premium Monthly: monthly access to Premium features FocusStepper Premium Yearly: yearly access to Premium features Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://focusstepper.com/privacy

Screenshots

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+4 screens
FocusStepper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FocusStepper at none against Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+'s shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and FocusStepper sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ versus FocusStepper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+FocusStepper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (2.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDynamic App Design LLCPelle de Graaf

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

FocusStepper

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
2 purchases

FocusStepper

Subscriptions2
  • Premium monthly$5.991 Month
  • Premium yearly$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ free?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FocusStepper free?
FocusStepper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ or FocusStepper have ads?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ shows ads; FocusStepper does not.

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