# Camera FrontBack SE vs Blackmagic Camera

The clearest difference is update cadence: Blackmagic Camera at monthly against Camera FrontBack SE's every 17 months. Blackmagic Camera also leads on ratings volume (23K vs 122) and chart position (#31 vs unranked). Camera FrontBack SE's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Camera FrontBack SE against 4.8 for Blackmagic Camera. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blackmagic Camera has 23K ratings behind it against 122, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Camera FrontBack SE's written reviews are positive against 69% of Blackmagic Camera's.

Camera FrontBack SE ships an update every 17 months, Blackmagic Camera monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera FrontBack SE | Blackmagic Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (122 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-frontback-se/id1529816670/reviews) | **[4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackmagic-camera/id6449580241/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 122 | **23K** |
| Positive reviews | **73.7% of reviews** | 69.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#31** |
| Size | 5 MB | 203 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yuliya Andrienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448993046) | [Blackmagic Design Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/419527253) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera FrontBack SE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-frontback-se/id1529816670)

Record video simultaneously using both your iPhone's front and rear cameras. This app allows you to capture dual perspectives in real-time, perfect for creating engaging content for social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

**Highlights:** Simultaneous front and rear camera recording, Real-time animation, Moveable on-screen window, User-friendly interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Blackmagic Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackmagic-camera/id6449580241)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a professional digital film camera. Achieve a cinematic look with Hollywood-grade controls, including frame rate, shutter angle, and ISO adjustments. Record in industry-standard formats directly to cloud storage for seamless global collaboration.

**Highlights:** Digital film camera controls, Cinematic 'look' for Hollywood films, Adjust frame rate, shutter angle, white balance, ISO, Record to Blackmagic Cloud, Industry standard 10-bit Apple ProRes files up to 4K, Interactive Heads Up Display (HUD), Professional audio options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive and well-designed UI
- 🎥 Cinematic video quality
- 💰 Free app with professional features
- 🔗 Integration with Blackmagic ecosystem

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes
- 🔍 Inaccurate storage indicator
- 🔀 Orientation issues when switching cameras
- 🔊 Audio input issues
- 🔒 Lack of remote control/monitoring options

**Reported bugs**

- Stabilization issues in certain recording modes
- Exposure and focus settings not staying locked
- Timelapse mode not clearly indicated
- HDMI output not working reliably
- Audio source randomly switching to 'None'

**Requested features**

- Add log/flat color profiles
- Implement waveform and vectorscope monitors
- Allow locking shutter speed with auto ISO
- Provide preset options for common settings
- Add support for external accessories (e.g., gimbals)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Camera FrontBack SE free?

Camera FrontBack SE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Blackmagic Camera free?

Blackmagic Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Camera FrontBack SE or Blackmagic Camera?

Blackmagic Camera is rated higher. Camera FrontBack SE averages 4.7 out of 5 from 122 ratings, while Blackmagic Camera averages 4.8 from 23K ratings.

### Do Camera FrontBack SE or Blackmagic Camera have ads?

Neither Camera FrontBack SE nor Blackmagic Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Camera FrontBack SE or Blackmagic Camera?

Camera FrontBack SE ships an update every 17 months, and Blackmagic Camera monthly. Most recently, Camera FrontBack SE was updated on September 26, 2026 and Blackmagic Camera on September 30, 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.*