Comparison

Video Summary Camera vs Duotone Image Effect

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

Head to head
About

Video Summary Camera

Features
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You can summarize the plot of a video and save it as a single photo. Video data can only be viewed using a video playback device such as a smartphone or computer. Even if you have accumulated video data, it is completely useless without a playback device. The solution is to save the video as a photo. By saving a photo that summarizes the plot of the video and printing it out, you can view it later even if you don't have a playback device. The number of summary photos and layout can be set to a maximum of 16 columns by 16 rows (256 photos). Layout it according to your preference. It is compatible not only with videos saved on smartphones, but also with videos taken with cameras. [Usage Examples] ・Create continuous photos from slow-motion videos ・Save long videos as storyboard photos or comic-like photos ・Motion analysis of golf, baseball, soccer, surfing, etc. ・Continuously capture a child's innocent expression or movements ・And many more. [Video Sources] ・Camera shooting ・Camera roll: loading videos [Settings] ・Number of photo columns: adjust with slider control ・Number of photo rows: adjust with slider control ・Save resolution: 20-100% of the original resolution [Output] ・Save to camera roll: photos ・Share photos: AirDrop, LINE, Facebook, Dropbox, Instagram, etc.

About

Duotone Image Effect

Features
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Transform your photos with artistic two-color gradients. Turn ordinary pictures into bold, modern art in just one tap. Create retro moods, cinematic looks, or dreamy tones. Perfect for social media posts and creative photo designs. Choose a photo, pick your favorite colors, and save. Make every photo unique with Duotone Image Effect.

Screenshots

Video Summary Camera4 screens
Duotone Image Effect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Duotone Image Effect at Free against Video Summary Camera's $0.99. Duotone Image Effect also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 25 months). Video Summary Camera's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On in-app purchases 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

Duotone Image Effect is free to download; Video Summary Camera costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Video Summary Camera ships an update every 25 months, Duotone Image Effect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
Video Summary Camera versus Duotone Image Effect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideo Summary CameraDuotone Image Effect
Price$0.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasanori KatsutaRyouhei Azuma

In-app purchases

None

Video Summary Camera

No in-app purchases

None

Duotone Image Effect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Video Summary Camera free?
Video Summary Camera costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Duotone Image Effect free?
Duotone Image Effect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Video Summary Camera or Duotone Image Effect have ads?
Duotone Image Effect shows ads; Video Summary Camera does not.
Which is updated more often, Video Summary Camera or Duotone Image Effect?
Video Summary Camera ships an update every 25 months, and Duotone Image Effect every 2 months. Most recently, Video Summary Camera was updated on September 22, 2026 and Duotone Image Effect on September 19, 2026.

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