Comparison

StreamCam vs Previs Shot

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

Head to head
About

StreamCam

Transform your iOS device into a high-quality webcam for your Mac. Easily stream or record video directly to your computer for professional-looking content. Enhance your video calls and streaming setup with this versatile tool.

Highlights
  • Use iOS device as Mac webcam
  • Record directly to Mac
  • Stream with OBS/Ecamm Live
  • Virtual camera for Zoom/Skype
  • Second camera for screen sharing
Features
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StreamCam provides a simple, uncluttered camera viewer that lets you use your iOS camera with your Mac. Record to your Mac: Connect your device to your Mac via lightening cable and select it as a source in Quicktime. Stream: Connect your device to your Mac via lightning cable and select it as a source in a streaming app such as OBS or Ecamm Live. Webcam: Use OBS or Ecamm Live plugins to create a virtual camera device which you can select as a source in Zoom, Skype, etc. Visualiser: Use the "iPhone/iPad via cable" option in Zoom screen sharing to use your device as a second camera. Don’t forget: Turn off your notifications or turn on airplane mode to avoid any embarassing notifications while streaming!

About

Previs Shot

This app helps streamline video, TV, and film production workflows. It offers tools for creating shot lists, storyboards, shooting schedules, call sheets, and managing takes. The app supports multiple camera angles and automatically records continuity reports.

Highlights
  • Shot list and storyboard creation
  • Visual display with image import
  • Shooting schedule planning
  • Organized call sheets
  • Take management and continuity reports
  • Multiple camera angle support
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Previs Shot keeps the whole shoot in one project: shot list, storyboard, shooting schedule, call sheet and continuity log, on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Projects sync through iCloud, and every sheet exports to PDF or Excel, ready to send to cast and crew. [Shot List] • Flexibly edit shot list tables with selection and text-input modes for shot size, camera movement, lens type, and more; • Switch between thumbnail, text-only, and storyboard views with one tap; • Storyboard frames support multiple aspect ratios — import images or draw freehand with auto-crop; • Custom columns: add your own fields to fit any workflow; [Schedule] • Reorganize shots into shooting scenes and plan day-by-day schedules; • Quick filter, sort, and batch edit — your best production planning assistant; • Coordinate cast, locations, and work hours to stay on budget; [Call Sheet] • Schedule, location, cast, crew, and client info all in one clear view; • Auto-import scenes and shots from your schedule — simple, efficient, nothing missed; • Quickly import from your address book, contacts, and crew database; • Set reminder notifications so you never miss a shoot; [Continuity Log] • Score and mark shots as complete to track shooting progress in real time; • Digital clapperboard auto-fills scene info — efficient and stress-free; • Continuity reports are recorded automatically during shooting — export and deliver as soon as you wrap; • Multi-camera management to coordinate info across multiple cameras; [Teleprompter] • Prompt any shot list in one tap: dialogue and shot content in shot order, filtered by role, with per-shot rewrites; • Prompt standalone scripts too: paste text, or import Word, PDF, TXT, Markdown, Final Draft and Fountain files; • Mirror for teleprompter glass, let voice follow keep pace as you read, and control it from an iPhone; [Canvas] • Draw and annotate freely on storyboard frames to express your creative vision; [Export & Collaboration] • Export to PDF and Excel (XLSX) for print and data analysis; • Shot lists, schedules, call sheets, and continuity logs can each be exported independently; • Export and import .previs project files for easy team sharing; [iCloud Sync] • Project data syncs automatically via iCloud for a seamless cross-device experience; • Smart conflict resolution — edit on multiple devices without losing data; [More Highlights] • Undo & Redo: edit with confidence, roll back anytime; • Dark Mode: adapts to your system appearance, bringing a touch of warmth to your workflow; • Font size adjustment: three sizes to match your reading preference; • Project presets & templates: save your setup and start new projects fast; • Merge projects: combine multiple Previs projects into one; [Website] • www.previsshot.com [Thanks] • The growth of Previs Shot would not be possible without your support and feedback. Thank you! [Previs Shot auto-renewing subscriptions statement of service] • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • If you need to cancel, open "Settings" on your iPhone --> "Apple ID" --> "Subscriptions" --> "Previs Shot" --> cancel subscription. • Terms of Use: https://www.previsshot.com/terms • Privacy Policy: https://www.previsshot.com/privacy

Screenshots

StreamCam4 screens
Previs Shot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Previs Shot at Free against StreamCam's $1.99. Previs Shot also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 24 months). StreamCam's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and review sentiment (100% vs 80%). On 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

Previs Shot is free to download; StreamCam costs $1.99 up front. Previs Shot sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. StreamCam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StreamCam ships an update every 24 months, Previs Shot every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
StreamCam versus Previs Shot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStreamCamPrevis Shot
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—4.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—8 — better
Update frequencyEvery 24 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBen Frearson文海 张

Customer experience

StreamCam

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Previs Shot

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative13.3%

In-app purchases

None

StreamCam

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Previs Shot

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro Access1 Month trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual Pro Access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • 1 Month Pro$5.99

Questions

Is StreamCam free?
StreamCam costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Previs Shot free?
Previs Shot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do StreamCam or Previs Shot have ads?
Neither StreamCam nor Previs Shot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StreamCam or Previs Shot?
StreamCam ships an update every 24 months, and Previs Shot every 2 weeks. Most recently, StreamCam was updated on October 18, 2026 and Previs Shot on October 24, 2026.

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