# Photon Camera vs Spectre Camera

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Spectre Camera at 46% against Photon Camera's 24%. Spectre Camera also leads on rating (4.3 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 64). Photon Camera's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photon Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Spectre Camera sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Spectre Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spectre Camera has 2.4K ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Photon Camera's written reviews are positive against 46% of Spectre Camera's.

Photon Camera ships an update every 3 weeks, Spectre Camera every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photon Camera | Spectre Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090/reviews) | **[4.3 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spectre-camera/id1450074595/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 64 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | **45.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 59 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LateNiteSoft S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/283292600) | [Lux Optics Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/885697371) |

## What reviewers say

### Photon Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090)

Transform your iPhone into a professional camera with full manual controls. Achieve DSLR-quality photos with advanced tools like focus peaking, live exposure, and RAW capture. Take creative control with AI processing options and a minimalist interface.

**Highlights:** Full manual control (ISO, shutter speed, white balance), Focus peaking and focus loupe, Live exposure and histogram, RAW, ProRAW, HEIF, and JPEG capture, Adjustable AI processing (Process Control), Minimalist and intuitive interface, Image browser with photo details

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| One-time purchase | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🔋 Efficient battery usage
- 💡 Direct USB storage option
- 🚀 Fast and responsive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Lack of transparency around app ownership
- 🔒 Concerns about developer trustworthiness
- 🔍 Limited zoom and lens options

**Reported bugs**

- Manual mode crashes
- Inability to access external storage
- Incompatibility with certain devices
- Unreliable photo saving and syncing

**Requested features**

- Bracketed HDR mode
- Customizable white balance controls
- Landscape orientation support
- Macro mode
- Integration with other photo apps


### Spectre Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spectre-camera/id1450074595)

This app uses AI to create stunning long exposure photographs, making it easy to capture professional-quality shots. Remove crowds, create light trails, and achieve silky smooth water effects effortlessly.

**Highlights:** AI-powered long exposures, Crowd removal, Light trail creation, Silky water effects, Live Photos and video support, Automatic scene detection

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spectre Pro | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔍 Captures great long exposure shots
- 👍 Convenient and intuitive
- 🎨 Allows for creative photography
- 💡 Innovative features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Blurry images even with stabilization
- 🔋 Battery draining issue
- 🤔 Limited exposure time options
- 🤷‍♀️ Inconsistent performance
- 💰 Paid features not worth the cost

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on some devices
- Compatibility issues with older iPhones
- Focusing and stabilization problems

**Requested features**

- Longer exposure time options
- More manual control over settings
- Raw image format support
- Apple Watch remote support
- Improved low-light performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photon Camera free?

Photon Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Spectre Camera free?

Spectre Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Photon Camera or Spectre Camera?

Spectre Camera is rated higher. Photon Camera averages 4.0 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while Spectre Camera averages 4.3 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do Photon Camera or Spectre Camera have ads?

Neither Photon Camera nor Spectre Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Photon Camera or Spectre Camera?

Photon Camera ships an update every 3 weeks, and Spectre Camera every 3 months. Most recently, Photon Camera was updated on October 14, 2026 and Spectre Camera on October 14, 2026.

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