# Photon Camera vs DSLR Camera

The clearest difference is review sentiment: DSLR Camera at 86% against Photon Camera's 24%. DSLR Camera also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photon Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and DSLR Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DSLR Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DSLR Camera has 655 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 86% of DSLR Camera's.

Photon Camera ships an update every 3 weeks, DSLR Camera weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photon Camera | DSLR Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090/reviews) | **[4.6 (655 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dslr-camera-manual-camera/id1670798243/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 64 | **655** |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | **86.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LateNiteSoft S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/283292600) | [Xiamen Miuhua Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1670798245) |

## 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


### DSLR Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dslr-camera-manual-camera/id1670798243)

Unlock advanced manual controls for photography and videography. Shoot in professional modes, adjust exposure, focus, white balance, and utilize advanced analysis tools. Capture high-resolution photos and cinematic videos with extensive format and resolution options.

**Highlights:** Manual exposure and focus control, Advanced image analysis tools, 8K Time-lapse photography, Multi-camera shooting modes, ProRes video recording, RAW photo formats, High frame rate video recording

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| One-time purchase | $13.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful for photography and videography
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Provides professional-level features
- 👍 Good camera performance
- 👍 Intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Location data not accurate
- 🐛 Camera orientation issues on iPad
- 🔋 Resets settings on app close

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add vertical video recording
- Allow mapping camera controls to buttons
- Improve film mode with realistic frames
- Add zoom and burst mode features
- Implement volume button as shutter


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photon Camera free?

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

### Is DSLR Camera free?

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

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

DSLR Camera is rated higher. Photon Camera averages 4.0 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while DSLR Camera averages 4.6 from 655 ratings.

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

Neither Photon Camera nor DSLR Camera shows ads.

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

Photon Camera ships an update every 3 weeks, and DSLR Camera weekly. Most recently, Photon Camera was updated on September 23, 2026 and DSLR Camera on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*