# Photon Camera vs Pro Camera with RAW & Focus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pro Camera with RAW & Focus at 63% against Photon Camera's 24%. Pro Camera with RAW & Focus also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (4.2K vs 71). Photon Camera's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, 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 Pro Camera with RAW & Focus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pro Camera with RAW & Focus holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pro Camera with RAW & Focus has 4.2K ratings behind it against 71, 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 63% of Pro Camera with RAW & Focus's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photon Camera | Pro Camera with RAW & Focus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090/reviews) | **[4.4 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pro-camera-with-raw-and-focus/id1479255922/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 71 | **4.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 24.2% of reviews | **63.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 60 MB | 212 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [LateNiteSoft S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/283292600) | [Joseph Hall](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475272270) |

## 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


### Pro Camera with RAW & Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pro-camera-with-raw-and-focus/id1479255922)

Transform your phone into a professional camera with advanced tools for capturing and editing stunning photos. Enhance colors, lights, and details, and even apply effects to selfies. Save and share your masterpieces easily.

**Highlights:** Professional photo capture, Advanced color and light balancing, Selfie enhancement, RAW image saving, Barcode scanning, Photo sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Yearly Discounted | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Good camera quality
- 💡 Useful features
- 🔒 Secure
- 🎨 Nice photo effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔍 Limited free features
- 🔁 Constant review prompts
- 🔧 Difficult to navigate

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Photos not saving properly
- Subscription issues
- Unreliable camera controls

**Requested features**

- Add night mode
- Improve stability and performance
- Provide more free features
- Allow trial period before subscription
- Optimize for older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photon Camera free?

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

### Is Pro Camera with RAW & Focus free?

Pro Camera with RAW & Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Photon Camera or Pro Camera with RAW & Focus?

Pro Camera with RAW & Focus is rated higher. Photon Camera averages 4.1 out of 5 from 71 ratings, while Pro Camera with RAW & Focus averages 4.4 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do Photon Camera or Pro Camera with RAW & Focus have ads?

Neither Photon Camera nor Pro Camera with RAW & Focus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Photon Camera or Pro Camera with RAW & Focus?

Photon Camera ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pro Camera with RAW & Focus every 3 weeks. Most recently, Photon Camera was updated on October 25, 2026 and Pro Camera with RAW & Focus on October 25, 2026.

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