Lo vs Low Resolution Camera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lo
Capture photos and videos with a distinct low-resolution aesthetic. Choose from various resolutions and record with or without audio to further reduce file size. Ideal for saving storage or creating a retro visual style.
- Low resolution photo and video capture
- Multiple resolution formats (144p, 288p, 360p+)
- Record with or without audio
- Real-time preview of image quality
- GPS location tagging (upgrade)
- Pinch to zoom
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A camera app for capturing low resolution photos and videos. - Capture small size photo or video - Multiple resolutions formats (144p, 288p, 360p and more) - Record with or without audio (further reduces file size) - Flash - GPS location tagging (upgrade) - Real-time preview of image quality - Support front and rear camera - Pinch to zoom in/out - Small app size Great for: - Saving storage space - Slow network connection - Capturing UFO, Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster etc. - Fun
Low Resolution Camera
Capture photos with intentionally reduced resolution for smaller file sizes and quick sharing. Choose from multiple low-resolution modes, aspect ratios, and retro filters. Save and share images instantly in various formats.
- Low-resolution photo capture
- Real-time preview of resolution
- Multiple aspect ratios
- Retro-style filters
- Configurable output formats
- Offline functionality
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An app for shooting low-resolution photos. The resolution you choose is reflected in the live preview, so you can save and share compact files as is. ● Features 【Simple workflow】 ・Launch → choose resolution → shoot → save/share ・One-tap selfie switch / flash / grid lines 【Low-resolution modes】 ・Four levels: Lowest / Lower / Low / Medium (saved with fewer pixels than standard) ・Your selection updates the preview instantly → capture and save exactly what you see 【Aspect ratios】 ・Supports 4:3 / Square / 16:9 【Focus & zoom】 ・Tap to set AF/AE (auto focus / auto exposure) at that point ・Smooth pinch-to-zoom with two fingers 【Retro-style filters】 ・Monochrome, Sepia, Noir, Film grain, Pixel, and more 【Save & share】 ・Choose output format: JPEG / HEIC / PNG (configurable in Settings) ・Right after shooting, preview the photo and share or delete immediately 【Other】 ・Toggle grid lines on/off ・No account required / works offline ● Use cases ・Quickly send smaller photos to social apps and chats ・Save records while conserving storage and data ・Enjoy retro, “emo” low-res looks
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Low Resolution Camera at none against Lo's 3. Low Resolution Camera also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 71%). Lo's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price 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
Both are free to download. Lo sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Low Resolution Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.
Lo ships an update every 3 weeks, Low Resolution Camera every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lo | Low Resolution Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (46 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 70.8% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 46 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hanquan Liang | MITSUKO MARGOT KUBOTA ONO |
Customer experience
Lo
Low Resolution Camera
In-app purchases
Lo
- Unlimited Record Time$0.99
- GPS Location$0.99
- All Features$1.99
Low Resolution Camera
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Lo free?
Is Low Resolution Camera free?
Do Lo or Low Resolution Camera have ads?
Which is updated more often, Lo or Low Resolution Camera?
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