Comparison

0.3MP Camera vs MistLens

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

Head to head
About

0.3MP Camera

Relive the charm of early 2000s mobile photography with this app that emulates the look and feel of old button phone cameras. It recreates the unique artifacts of vintage CMOS sensors and offers a simple, familiar interface for capturing or processing images.

Highlights
  • Emulates 2000s button phone camera
  • Recreates vintage CMOS sensor artifacts
  • Includes Bayer filter, noise, and blooming effects
  • Simple three-button interface
  • Digital zoom for reduced quality
  • Video recording
  • Import and process existing photos
Features
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The 0.3MP Camera is a tribute to the button phone cameras from '00s, in those days, we had enough 0.3 megapixels and 640x480 resolution to capture the best moments. Now so many years later, those pictures seem so dreamy, so I've tried to recreate all aspects of making it. Processing The camera recreates all the artifacts inherent in the old CMOS sensors of mid-range phones, like bayer filter artifacts, dark and banding noises, blooming etc. You can pinch to zoom to make it more visible, the digital zoom will reduce the quality of the photo just like on an old phone. Interface The interface will be recognized by all who had an any Nokia with Series 40 or Symbian S60, all control is done with three buttons at the bottom. You can shoot on camera, record video or import your own photos for processing. Nothing extra. P.S. This is the first (released 20 Jan 2023) and best app on the AppStore (over 58,000 five-star reviews worldwide) that emulates the mobile phone camera from the 2000s. All others (even the big and popular apps) mimic this one. Beware of fakes! Instagram: @0.3mp_camera

About

MistLens

This app offers real-time Black Mist filter effects for photos and videos, allowing users to preview cinematic softness and atmospheric depth before capturing. Adjust intensity and highlight thresholds to achieve a desired look.

Highlights
  • Real-time Black Mist filter rendering
  • Adjustable filter intensity
  • Highlight threshold control
  • Brightness adjustment
  • Rear multi-lens support
  • Dual black/white themes
Features
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I have always loved the Black Mist look, especially the way it softens highlights while keeping texture in the image. It can make skin feel naturally luminous and gives photos and videos a warm cinematic atmosphere. Most Black Mist apps apply the effect only after capture. MistLens was built so you can see the atmosphere in real time before pressing the shutter. MistLens is a camera app for photography lovers and cinematic image makers who want real-time Black Mist, film color, and tactile camera controls. Key features: - Real-time Black Mist rendering for photos and videos - Preview Black Mist on existing photos from the in-app album, then save a separate edited copy - New ARRI-style cinematic color filter for a film-inspired look - Dedicated controls for Black Mist intensity, highlight threshold, and brightness - Rear multi-lens switching support - Modern skeuomorphic design with black and white themes Support:https://donuts-sneeze-ph2.craft.me/43osHqSqva1Y7W Privacy Policy: https://donuts-sneeze-ph2.craft.me/o7fMGXyTpMIR5w Terms of Use: https://donuts-sneeze-ph2.craft.me/ygG5ztrtY5FRex

Screenshots

0.3MP Camera4 screens
MistLens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 0.3MP Camera at 80% against MistLens's 26%. 0.3MP Camera also leads on price (Free vs $2.99). MistLens's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 23) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

0.3MP Camera is free to download; MistLens costs $2.99 up front. 0.3MP Camera sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. MistLens asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

0.3MP Camera ships an update monthly, MistLens every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
0.3MP Camera versus MistLens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter0.3MP CameraMistLens
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.8 (9.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.3% of reviews — better26.3% of reviews
Number of ratings9.4K — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDmitry ShatilovDongguan Tuesday Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

0.3MP Camera

All ratings9,405 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews575 reviews
Positive80.3%
Neutral5.7%
Negative13.9%

MistLens

Written reviews19 reviews
Positive26.3%
Neutral15.8%
Negative57.9%

Bugs and requests

0.3MP Camera

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Subscription issues when offline
  • Inconsistent behavior when deleting photos

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add VHS-style camera effect
  • Implement front-facing camera support
  • Allow importing multiple images at once
  • Add flash and other camera settings
  • Provide a one-time purchase option

MistLens

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

23 purchases

0.3MP Camera

Subscriptions1
  • 0.3MP Camera membership$1.991 Year
One-time22
  • Discs theme$1.99
  • Creatures theme$1.99
  • Critters theme$1.99
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  • Palm theme$1.99
  • Flowers theme$1.99
  • Butterflies theme$1.99
  • Bronze theme$1.99
  • Markers theme$1.99
  • Elements theme$1.99
  • Black theme$1.99
  • Nokia theme$1.99
  • Dandelion theme$1.99
  • Nokia Original theme$1.99
  • Moon trees theme$1.99
  • Morph theme$1.99
  • Velvet theme$1.99
  • Orbit theme$1.99
  • Silver theme$1.99
  • Subway theme$1.99
  • Waves theme$1.99
  • Techno Clouds theme$1.99
  • All themes pack (+imported)$23.99
None

MistLens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 0.3MP Camera free?
0.3MP Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MistLens free?
MistLens costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do 0.3MP Camera or MistLens have ads?
Neither 0.3MP Camera nor MistLens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 0.3MP Camera or MistLens?
0.3MP Camera ships an update monthly, and MistLens every 5 days. Most recently, 0.3MP Camera was updated on September 28, 2026 and MistLens on September 27, 2026.

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