Comparison

Pro Camera vs Protake

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

Head to head
About

Pro Camera

This app offers professional-grade photo and video capture with extensive manual controls and advanced editing tools. It leverages computational photography to unlock your device's camera potential, supporting RAW formats and high-resolution video recording.

Highlights
  • Manual camera controls (focus, ISO, shutter)
  • RAW and ProRAW photo capture
  • 4K video recording up to 240fps
  • Extensive photo and video editing tools
  • Depth of field and portrait modes
  • Multiple camera lens support
  • 150+ real-time presets and overlays
Features
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Pro Camera is an app integrating professional photography, professional video recording, photo editing and video editing. It integrates powerful computational photography technology to give full play to your camera potential. -- Camera Mode -- - Photo - Video - Dual Camera - Triple-Camera Split Screen - Depth of Field - Burst Mode - Macro - Live Photo - Slow Shutter - Time-lapse - Slow Motion - Spatial Video - Multiple Exposure - Sports Burst Mode - Bracketing Exposure - Process Zero - Soft Focus - Starburst - Tilt-Shift - Fisheye - 3D Lighting - 100MP - BrightFlash - Mirror - 3D Night Vision - VHS - Film - Smile - 3D GIF -- Main Functions Of The Camera -- -Manual control (focus, shutter, ISO, white balance) -Independent control lock (focus, exposure, white balance) -White balance control (custom, daylight, shadow, cloudy, tungsten lamp, fluorescent lamp, flashlight) -150 + real-time high-performance preset (Single Photo, Video, Time-Lapse, 3D image) -Multi lens support (wide-angle, telephoto, ultra wide-angle, front lens, dual lens, true depth lens) -Many aspect ratios -2-10x digital zoom -Grid -Light level histogram -Level -EV indication -Support horizontal and vertical screen -Volume key for take photo/record video -Flashlight -FN parameter (9 groups of manual parameters) --Main Functions Of Photography -- -Capture 48MP pixel photo with HEIF, JPEG,TIFF,ProRAW (iPhone 14 Pro and later) -Capture quality options -Image formats: HEIF, JPEG, TIFF, RAW, RAW + JPEG, ProRAW (iPhone 12 Pro and later), ProRAW + JPEG (iPhone 12 pro and later) -Exposure Bracketing (support HEIF, RAW, TIFF) -Up to 60 seconds slow shutter -Burst function -Smart smile photography -Slow shutter sensitivity adjustment -Depth of field / portrait mode supports focusing change of finished photos, and supports analog aperture control (f/1.2-f/16) and a variety of out of focus effects -3D mode supports MOV and GIF format export -Add location information tag for photos -Mirror front camera -3s, 5s, 10s Timer -Photo EXIF metadata viewing support (aperture, shutter, ISO, lens, etc.) -- Main Functions Of Video -- -4K MAX (4032x3024) (24fps, 25FPS, 30fps) -4K (24-60fps) -1080P (24-240fps) -720P (24-240fps) -480P (24-240fps) -Normal/Cinema level stabilization -Video flashlight -- Photo / Video Editing -- -150 + professional presets -150 + overlays -Image clipping, rotation, flipping, etc. -Photo frames -Basic image adjustment (support RAW image) -Advanced image tools (HSL etc.) -Chromatism -Blend -Grain -Analog Film -Depth of field -3D photo Privacy Policy:http://www.sjslai.com/privacypolicy.html Terms of Use:http://www.sjslai.com/termsofservices.html —About Data Collection— 1. The app will not collect any user information, not to mention the user's facial information. Users can also use the app offline. 2. We do not collect user information and facial information, so there is no purpose to collect user information and facial information. 3. Users can select their own photos to add filter and other effects, or record video in real time. Photos and videos will not be uploaded, stored remotely, or shared with third parties. 4. The [data collection] part of our privacy policy. There are also explanations for data collection.

About

Protake

This app offers professional cinema camera features for mobile devices, enabling advanced video recording and monitoring. It includes features like Wi-Fi video transmission, multiple recording modes, and sophisticated color grading tools.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi Video Transmission
  • Multiple Recording Modes (AUTO, PRO, DUAL, PORTRAIT)
  • LOG Gamma Curve & Cinematic Looks
  • Advanced Monitoring Tools
  • Composition & Exposure Assistants
  • Frame Rate Normalization
  • Standard File Naming & Metadata
Features
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Protake brings the filmmaking experience of professional cinema cameras to your mobile devices. No matter you're a daily vlogger, a commercial director, or a well-established filmmaker, you will benefit from Protake's features, including: # [NEW] WI-FI VIDEO TRANSMISSION · In the landscape orientation of AUTO and PRO modes, you can start the brand new Wi-Fi Video Transmission system. · You can transmit the video from 1 "camera" to 4 "monitors" (yes, we're talking about iPhones and iPads). · You can watch up to 4 "cameras" on 1 "monitor". · You can wirelessly start and stop the recording of all "cameras". · You can even monitor HDR and SDR video streams on the same screen. · It's a ground-breaking end-to-end mobile recording and monitoring experience. · It's brought to you by Protake. # MODES · AUTO mode: a mode optimized for vloggers and YouTubers, you can use it single-handedly. · PRO mode: a mode designed for professional filmmakers. All the camera information and control settings are well aligned on the screen. · DUAL mode: recording video with two cameras working at the same time. Recorded in one file as Picture in Picture or two files. · PORTRAIT mode: with iPhone Pro and iPad Pro's LiDAR sensor and the devices' powerful processors, you can record "portrait mode video" with real-time blurred background. # COLOR · LOG: it's not only a genuine LOG gamma curve -- we strictly matched your mobile device's color to the industrial standard - ALEXA Log C. · Cinematic Looks: we provided a dozen of cinematic looks for filmmakers -- the styles are categorized into Neutral Styles, Film Emulation (classic Kodak and Fuji cinema film), Movie Inspired (blockbusters and indie masterpieces), and ALEXA Looks. # ASSISTANTS · Monitoring tools: Waveform, Parade, Histogram, RGB Histogram, Audio Meter. · Composition assistants: Aspect Ratios, Safe Area, Thirds, Crosshairs, and 3-axis Horizon Indicators. · Exposure assistants: Zebra Strips,False Color, Exposure Compensation, Auto Exposure. · Focus assistants: Focus Peaking and Auto Focus. · Recording: Record Beeper, Record Flash, Volume Key Record. · Zooming and Focusing: A-B Point. # DATA · Frame Rate Normalization: Mobile devices don't have perfect frame rate control, therefore, it's easy to get non-standard variable frame rate. Protake solves this problem fundamentally and makes strictly constant FPS of 24, 25, 30, 60, 120, etc. · File-naming: All the video files saved by Protake use the standard naming system: Camera Unit + Reel Number + Clip Count + Date + Suffix. It's something like "A001C00203_200412_IR8J.MOV"... Sounds familiar? · Metadata: Everything including device model, ISO, shutter angel, white balance, lens, connected accessories, location, are all well recorded in the file's metadata. · Time code: We provided both options for you -- Free Run and Record Run. It's compatible with your cinema cameras. # Protake+ · With a Protake+ membership, you can use all the features, including: Pro mode, LOG gamma curve, Protake Cinematic Looks, all the assistant tools, data management, 3rd-party accessories. · Protake+ provides 1-year membership for you to purchase; · Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase; · Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period; · Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period; · The renewal price for 1-year membership is USD 19.99. · You can manage your subscription and switch off the auto-renewal by accessing your Account Settings after purchase; · All personal data is handled under the terms and conditions of Protake’s privacy policy. More details can be found here: https://terms.alicdn.com/legal-agreement/terms/platform_service/20220621172324148/20220621172324148.html https://terms.alicdn.com/legal-agreement/terms/privacy/20220704104156634/20220704104156634.html

Screenshots

Pro Camera4 screens
Protake4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Protake at none against Pro Camera's shown. Pro Camera's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (59% vs 41%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Pro Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year and Protake sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Pro Camera against 4.5 for Protake. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.3K and 1.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of Pro Camera's written reviews are positive against 41% of Protake's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pro Camera ships an update every 2 weeks, Protake every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Pro Camera versus Protake: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPro CameraProtake
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (4.3K ratings)4.5 (1.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.6% of reviews — better40.7% of reviews
Number of ratings4.3K — better1.4K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXiamen Suijisenlin Technology Co., Ltd.Beijing Lingguang Zaixian Information Technology Limited

Customer experience

Pro Camera

All ratings3,952 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral4.2%
Negative10.8%
Written reviews1,212 reviews
Positive58.6%
Neutral7.8%
Negative33.7%

Protake

All ratings1,337 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews410 reviews
Positive40.7%
Neutral17.6%
Negative41.7%

User reviews

Pro Camera

From 4.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good app
  • 🚀 Excellent camera quality
  • 💡 Lots of features and settings
  • 👍 Reliable and stable performance
  • 🚀 Easy to use interface

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Photos/videos not saving properly
  • 💰 Paywall for many features
  • 🐛 Location data issues
  • 🐛 Macro mode not working well

Protake

From 1.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great image stabilization
  • 👍 Excellent UI and easy to use
  • 🎨 Impressive color grading and LOG profiles
  • 📹 Supports 1.33 anamorphic lenses
  • 🔍 Powerful manual controls (focus, zoom, exposure, ISO)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches (crashes, audio issues, frame rate drops)
  • 🔒 Subscription-based model, no one-time purchase option
  • 🔍 Lack of advanced manual controls (no auto ISO, bitrate control)
  • 🔌 Requires internet connection to use pro features
  • 🤖 Limited support for accessories (gimbals, external mics)

Bugs and requests

Pro Camera

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Timelapse feature not working
  • Subscription/purchase issues
  • Black screen when importing videos
  • Forced to re-purchase after app offload

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for external microphones
  • Implement opacity sliders for double exposure
  • Add self-timer feature
  • Include GPS/location data in photos
  • Improve zoom controls and indicators

Protake

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Videos not saving properly
  • Subscription not working as expected
  • Stabilization issues in 4K Pro mode
  • Unexpected errors and crashes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add 4K 60fps video recording
  • Implement remote camera monitoring and control
  • Allow manual microphone selection
  • Provide more flexible stabilization options
  • Add support for more gimbal and accessory integrations

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Pro Camera

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Camera Pro Year$6.991 Year
  • Pro Camera Pro Year3 Days trial2 variants$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-Time Purchase3 variants$9.99
4 purchases

Protake

Subscriptions1
  • Protake+ (1 Year)1 Year trial$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Protake Cloud: 60 Minutes$4.99
  • Protake Cloud: 180 Minutes$9.99
  • Protake Cloud: 480 Minutes$19.99

Questions

Is Pro Camera free?
Pro Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Protake free?
Protake is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pro Camera or Protake?
Protake is rated higher. Pro Camera averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while Protake averages 4.5 from 1.4K ratings.
Do Pro Camera or Protake have ads?
Pro Camera shows ads; Protake does not.
Which is updated more often, Pro Camera or Protake?
Pro Camera ships an update every 2 weeks, and Protake every 2 months. Most recently, Pro Camera was updated on October 31, 2026 and Protake on October 29, 2026.

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