Comparison

FIMO vs Capture Tokyo

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

Head to head
About

FIMO

This app transforms your digital photos into vintage film images with a single tap. It emulates the look of old film rolls, adding effects like dust, scratches, and light leaks. Explore a collection of classic camera interfaces and film presets for a retro aesthetic.

Highlights
  • Vintage film emulation
  • Dust and scratch effects
  • Retro color filters
  • Light leak simulation
  • Flickering and frame shakes
  • Classic camera interfaces
  • Selective 35mm film presets
Features
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FIMO captures the beauty and magic of old school vintage images right through your viewfinder. Dust and scratches, retro colors, flickering, light leaks, even frame shakes, all can be instantly added with a single tap off the finger. With FIMO, you’ll make photographs that look and sound like real film rolls pulled out of storage 30 years ago. — CLASSIC CAMERA Digital photography has never looked so analog. FIMO provides beautifully rendered skeuomorphic P&S cameras that transform your experience as you swipe through lenses, flashes, and simply rewind films. — SELECTIVE 35MM FILM SUITE Including over 8 signature presets which replicating the look of old-school camera films. * Diary 400 *Romantic 400 *BlackTea 50 *Portra 400 * Aesthetic 400 * PAN 100 * EK 80 * LM Color 100 * Business 400 * HK 200 * Yummy 100 * X-Red 50 * EPR 64 *Joey 100T *Tokyo 500 *Morandi 200 *KDchrome 64 *Natura 1600 *Portra 160NC *DE 200 *X-Mas 25T *New Year 2020 *Super HR 100 *Tri-X 400 *TS-E 50 [Fimo Pro Subscription] - With an Fimo Pro subscription, you have access to all features and paid editing materials. Watermark and advertisements will be removed automatically. - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. [Terms of Use] https://fimo.app/user-agreement-en.html [Privacy Policy] https://fimo.app/privacy-policy-en.html You’re most welcome to share your story with us. If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact us as. Weibo:FIMO官方

About

Capture Tokyo

Transform your photos with a variety of analog-inspired filters. This app helps you capture and preserve precious memories with ease, bringing the essence of iconic cityscapes to your images.

Highlights
  • Nine analog-inspired filters
  • Easy photo capture
  • Preserve precious memories
  • Transform iPhone into a time machine
  • Capture cityscapes and sunsets
Features
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Capture and cherish every unforgettable moment with our cutting-edge "Capture Tokyo" app! Say goodbye to dull, ordinary photos and hello to a world of vibrant memories. Indulge your inner photographer with nine stunning filters, each more fabulous than the last. From radiant sunsets to electric cityscapes, there's a filter to suit every mood and occasion. With just a tap of the shutter button, transform your iPhone into a personal time machine, preserving precious memories with ease. No more fumbling with settings or missing the perfect shot – "Capture Tokyo" ensures every moment is captured in all its glory. But wait, there's more! Download "Capture Tokyo" now and prepare to be transported to the enchanting streets of Tokyo. Whether you're strolling along the canals or soaking in the vibrant culture, the app brings the essence of this iconic city right to your fingertips. Don't miss out on the magic – download "Capture Tokyo" today and elevate your photography game to new heights!

Screenshots

FIMO4 screens
Capture Tokyo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FIMO at Free against Capture Tokyo's $3.99. FIMO also leads on ratings volume (258 vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Capture Tokyo's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On rating, review sentiment, ads and device support 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

FIMO is free to download; Capture Tokyo costs $3.99 up front. FIMO sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. Capture Tokyo asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for FIMO against 4.0 for Capture Tokyo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FIMO has 258 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 59% of FIMO's written reviews are positive against 67% of Capture Tokyo's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FIMO ships an update every 2 weeks, Capture Tokyo every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
FIMO versus Capture Tokyo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFIMOCapture Tokyo
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.0 (258 ratings)4.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews59.1% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings258 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size376 MB146 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuangzhou Hongxiao Network Technology Co.,Ltd.YiChing Kuo

Customer experience

FIMO

All ratings258 ratings
Positive72.1%
Neutral7.0%
Negative20.9%
Written reviews709 reviews
Positive59.1%
Neutral12.4%
Negative28.5%

Capture Tokyo

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

FIMO

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App crashes on launch for some users
  • Purchased films disappearing after updates
  • Video feature not working as expected
  • Difficulty restoring in-app purchases
  • Inconsistent performance on newer devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add timer functionality
  • Option to save original unprocessed photos
  • Ability to purchase individual film stocks
  • Faster switching between film stocks
  • Live preview of film effects before shooting

Capture Tokyo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

FIMO

Subscriptions1
  • fimo pro for 1 year3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time9
  • IF PAN100$0.99
  • Aesthetic400$0.99
  • Yummy 100$0.99
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  • X-Red50$0.99
  • Morandi200$0.99
  • GOLD 200$0.99
  • Portra 160NC$1.99
  • X-Mas 25T$1.99
  • New Year 2020$1.99
None

Capture Tokyo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FIMO free?
FIMO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Capture Tokyo free?
Capture Tokyo costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FIMO or Capture Tokyo?
FIMO and Capture Tokyo are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 258 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do FIMO or Capture Tokyo have ads?
Both FIMO and Capture Tokyo show ads.
Which is updated more often, FIMO or Capture Tokyo?
FIMO ships an update every 2 weeks, and Capture Tokyo every 2 months. Most recently, FIMO was updated on September 26, 2026 and Capture Tokyo on August 20, 2026.

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