Comparison

Dazz Cam vs mood.camera

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

Head to head
About

Dazz Cam

Capture authentic vintage photos and videos with a variety of classic film and modern digital camera emulations. Offers a range of editing tools and effects to enhance your shots without post-editing.

Highlights
  • Authentic vintage photo and video capture
  • Emulates 80s film cameras
  • Supports various retro film formats
  • Modern digital camera profiles
  • Double exposure effect
  • Import existing photos for editing
  • Adjustable camera settings
Features
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Dazz Camera, Pro Photographer in your Pocket. We believe in keeping it simple, no need for post-editing. With just one tap, you can capture the most authentic vintage photos or videos, letting you enjoy the moment without distractions. Dazz camera is inspired by classic film cameras from the 80s. We’ve sampled real film stock to recreate the colors and textures of vintage photography. Dazz camera supports shooting in various retro film formats like 135 film, 120 film, toy cameras, slide film, half-frame cameras, instant camera, 3D film photography, disposable camera, and more. Besides film photography, Dazz camera also offers modern digital camera color profiles, including compact camera, CCD camera, and we’re constantly adding more. You can also capture videos with a retro vibe, using formats like 8mm film camera, 16mm film camera, VHS tape camera, DCR camera, movie camera, and slide projector. We’re always rolling out new cameras, so keep an eye out! When you’re capturing photos and videos, we’ve got some cool extra features and accessories for you: - Save the negative and reprocess it to achieve different exposure and color temperature. (Available on select cameras) - Double exposure effect by layering two photos. - Timer for delayed shots. - Flash. - Import your existing photos for editing. (Available on select cameras) - Adjust color temperature and tint. - Switch between preset focal lengths or adjust freely. - Tweak exposure compensation. - Adjust ISO and shutter speed. - Stabilization settings. - Composition grids. - Fisheye lens. - Starburst lens. - Color flash filters. - Prism lens. - ND filter. When you share your photos on social media, don’t forget to tag them with #dazzcam. Our team might just feature your awesome photos in our collection! Got any questions? Email us at dazz.camera@gmail.com. Dazz Pro Subscription - Join Dazz Pro to access all cameras and accessories. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal, in accordance with your plan, within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings any time after purchase. Terms of Use: http://dazz.ltd/dazz/terms_and_conditions.html Privacy policy: http://dazz.ltd/dazz/privacy_policy.html

About

mood.camera

Capture natural, character-filled photos with a unique processing pipeline that mimics film. Enjoy a fun, intuitive point-and-shoot experience without live previews or editing tools, focusing on serendipity and creative expression.

Highlights
  • Custom filmic image processing
  • Realistic film grain and halation
  • 14 expressive color emulations
  • Filmic dynamic range
  • Next-level portraits with 7 lenses
  • Double exposure mode
  • Custom frames
Features
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mood.camera is a point-and-shoot camera that captures natural photos full of character, straight out of your iPhone, without any editing. Instead of chasing ever-sharper and perfectly exposed images, mood.camera focuses on making photography fun and giving your photographs soul. The custom image processing pipeline gives you photos with realistic film grain, cinematic halation and a rich colour palette. mood.camera also has no live "filter" preview or editing tools within the app, encouraging you to enjoy taking photos without worrying about flipping between effects or making the perfect edit. mood.camera wasn't built to evoke nostalgia, it was built to bring character and serendipity back to the mobile photography experience. — “This Camera App Gives Your iPhone Photos Soul.” - New York Times "It’s Hard to Believe the Photos From Mood.Camera’s New Portrait Mode Were Shot on iPhone" - PetaPixel "mood.camera emulates the feeling of taking photos on camera film" - Tech Radar — TRY FOR 7 DAYS FREE Please note, mood.camera is not free. We offer a 7-day unrestricted free trial for new users, no subscription required. After your trial you can continue to use the app for free but you will be limited to the “random” emulation mode. To continue using the full version of the app after your trial period you can either purchase a lifetime membership or pay a monthly subscription. EXPRESSIVE COLOUR EMULATION Each of the 14 colour emulations have been meticulously crafted to give every photo character and a rich colour palette. FILMIC DYNAMIC RANGE Naturally compressed shadows and highlights create images with more contrast, more atmosphere, and a look that feels closer to film. REALISTIC FILM GRAIN Film grain algorithms modelled on the physical development process, add texture and physicality to your photos whilst retaining detail. CUSTOM PRESETS Add a touch of warmth to your favourite preset, or start from scratch to create an original style. NEXT LEVEL PORTRAITS Choose from 7 lenses, each modelled on the physical properties of real optics, producing unique bokeh shapes, swirl and aberration. (Available on iPhone 11 or newer). DOUBLE EXPOSURE MODE 7 unique ways to blend photos unlocks new creative possibilities with your photography. CINEMATIC HALATION Using the iPhone’s dynamic range gain map to accurately identify the brightest highlights, creating a realistic halation effect. (Available on iPhone 12 or newer). CUSTOM FRAMES Elevate your photos with a custom frame, automatically added when you snap a photo. LESS TWEAKING, MORE SNAPPING Mirroring the classic film camera experience, there is no live preview of your selected film, letting you focus on capturing the moment instead of flipping between filters. After each capture, the element of suspense as you reveal the processed photo is another nod to the analog experience. INTUITIVE CONTROLS FOR CREATIVITY At its core, mood.camera is designed to echo the ease of use of a point-and-shoot camera but retains some controls to inspire creativity and personal expression: - Set the default focal lengths for each lens, giving you quick access to your favourites. - An on-screen exposure dial, makes it easy to achieve different styles with under and over exposed images. - Select from multiple aspect ratios to suit the scene. - An optional grid & level indicator gives you confidence when composing. - High resolution 24MP photos on compatible devices. (Available on iPhone 14 Pro, 15 Pro & 16 Pro). - Customise the dynamic range of your camera. (Available on iPhones capable of ProRaw capture). More info: https://mood.camera Privacy Policy: https://mood.camera/privacy End User Licensee Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Dazz Cam4 screens
mood.camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Dazz Cam at 117K against mood.camera's 549. Dazz Cam also leads on chart position (#20 vs unranked). mood.camera's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and review sentiment (93% vs 74%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Dazz Cam sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year and mood.camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. 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 — 4.8 for Dazz Cam against 4.8 for mood.camera. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dazz Cam has 117K ratings behind it against 549, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Dazz Cam's written reviews are positive against 93% of mood.camera's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dazz Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, mood.camera every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Dazz Cam versus mood.camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDazz Cammood.camera
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (117K ratings)4.8 (549 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.4% of reviews93.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings117K — better549
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#20 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDAZZ PTE. LTD.Alex Fox

Customer experience

Dazz Cam

All ratings114,763 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews2,413 reviews
Positive74.4%
Neutral10.0%
Negative15.6%

mood.camera

All ratings549 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews739 reviews
Positive93.4%
Neutral3.4%
Negative3.2%

User reviews

Dazz Cam

From 117K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Amazing app
  • 🚀 Easily the best photography app
  • 👍 Incredible results
  • 👍 Wonderful app
  • 👍 Awesome features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Can't save photos to camera roll
  • 🐛 Crops photos after applying filters
  • 🐛 Doesn't preserve original photo ratio
  • 🐛 Clunky interface
  • 🐛 D3D camera not available on older iPhones

mood.camera

From 549 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Smooth interface
  • 👍 Great presets and customization
  • 👍 Realistic film emulations
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 👍 Convenient mobile photography

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🐛 Exposure issues (underexposure)
  • 🔋 Processing times could be improved
  • 🚫 Cannot import or edit existing photos

Bugs and requests

Dazz Cam

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • D3D camera not working on some devices
  • Photos not saving properly
  • Incompatibility with older iPhones

Requested features

11 requests
  • Save camera settings as presets
  • Add Dazz community feature to share presets
  • Option to disable timestamp
  • Allow importing photos to apply filters
  • Option to save original photo without filters
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  • Live preview of filters before taking photo
  • Higher quality photo/video export
  • More video filter options like VHS
  • Ability to adjust grain/effects intensity
  • Support for iPad
  • Ability to write captions/stories for photos

mood.camera

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Focus issues with telephoto lens
  • Inconsistent color rendering, especially for skin tones

Requested features

5 requests
  • Live preview of filters
  • Manual shutter speed control
  • Ability to apply filters to existing photos
  • Option to save original and filtered photos
  • Video mode with film-style effects

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Dazz Cam

Subscriptions1
  • Dazz Pro$6.991 Year
One-time9
  • Dazz Black Camera$0.99
  • Dazz Flash Color$0.99
  • Dazz ND Filter$0.99
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  • Dazz Fisheye Lens$1.99
  • Dazz Inst SQ$1.99
  • Dazz Camera NT16$1.99
  • Dazz S Classic$1.99
  • Dazz Exp Camera$2.99
  • Dazz Pro One-Time Purchase$19.99
3 purchases

mood.camera

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly pass$1.991 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access$14.99
  • Early Adopter Access2 variants$14.99

Questions

Is Dazz Cam free?
Dazz Cam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is mood.camera free?
mood.camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dazz Cam or mood.camera?
mood.camera is rated higher. Dazz Cam averages 4.8 out of 5 from 117K ratings, while mood.camera averages 4.8 from 549 ratings.
Do Dazz Cam or mood.camera have ads?
Neither Dazz Cam nor mood.camera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dazz Cam or mood.camera?
Dazz Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, and mood.camera every 4 days. Most recently, Dazz Cam was updated on November 3, 2026 and mood.camera on October 31, 2026.

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