Field Tools vs SetMyCamera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Field Tools
This app is a depth of field calculator designed for photographers. It allows for quick calculation of hyperfocal, near focus, and far focus distances on a single screen. Users can easily adjust settings and switch between different camera and lens configurations.
- Depth of field calculation
- Hyperfocal distance
- Near and far focus limits
- Adjustable focal length, aperture, focus distance
- Multiple camera/lens profiles
- Results in meters or feet
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Field Tools is an efficient, easy to use depth of field calculator for photographers working in the field. Using just a few touches, you can quickly calculate hyperfocal, near focus and far focus distances, all from a single screen. App settings are also a single touch away. Features include: - Large, easy to read result display - Switch distance type - hyperfocal, near limit, far limit and combined near/far limits - with a single touch - Sliders for adjusting focal length, aperture and focus distance - Configure multiple cameras and lenses and switch between them with just a few touches - Results in meters or feet Source code is available under the Apache Software License. Follow the link to the project page for more information.
SetMyCamera
This app provides advanced tools to help photographers of all levels master camera settings and create stunning images. It offers features like depth of field calculators, light metering, and composition assistance, supporting both digital and film cameras.
- Depth of field calculation
- Light metering
- Composition assistance
- Print size calculator
- Field of view visualizer
- Flash configuration
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Are you ready to take your photography to the next level? Look no further than SetMyCamera! With SetMyCamera’s advanced tools, you will be able to create visually stunning images with exceptional technical expertise. Imagine capturing award-winning photos in no time! SetMyCamera is your secret weapon for taking control of camera settings. SetMyCamera offers various base versions, each of which can be upgraded to the full feature set. For a complete list of features, head over to SetMyCamera.com. This basic version has all the essentials to start exploring camera settings. What is SetMyCamera? SetMyCamera is the ultimate photography app for all your photography needs. Whether you are a pro or a beginner, use digital or film cameras, capturing videos or photos, SetMyCamera has you covered. SetMyCamera offers a range of features, including depth of field, composition assistance, light metering, print resolutions, flash settings, and more. You can even learn about reciprocity, field of view, angle of view, depth of field, f/stop, shutter speed, ISO, and hyperfocal distances. SetMyCamera also supports accessories like filters, diopters, bellows, speed boosters, extension tubes, and teleconverters. SetMyCamera has an in-app tutorial to help you get started. Settings are easily adjusted using a thumbwheel or slider, and animated graphics make learning a breeze. Here are some SetMyCamera features: Traditional depth of field: This feature helps you find the perfect depth of field by entering aperture (f/stop) and subject distance. An animated graphic shows what you are setting. Reverse depth of field: This unique feature lets you set the perfect aperture (f/stop) or lens focal length by entering the near and far in-focus distances. An animated graphic helps you visualize the settings. Light meter: This handy tool measures the available ambient light, whether it’s the light the camera sees or the light that falls on the subject. It even includes a sunny 16 light guide. Photo shoot notes: The built-in notes database is perfect for your photo shoots to make your photography experience easier and more organized. Print size calculator: This tool helps you convert your photos into high-quality prints based on your camera. Field of view visualizer: This feature enables you to preview your photo capture. It utilizes your iPhone or iPad’s camera and offers various options, including histograms, the rule of thirds, hot spot detection, and adjustable exposure settings. Angle of view calculator: This tool helps you position your camera according to the lens and subject, considering the camera distance. Flash configuration: This tool eliminates the guesswork when setting up flash photos. Exposure value, neutral density filter, and reciprocity calculations: SetMyCamera can also calculate these values for you. Shutter speed recommendations: This tool helps you choose the right shutter speed to avoid blurry photos. Standard conversion information: SetMyCamera includes standard conversion information for cameras and field information. A wide range of cameras and settings: SetMyCamera has an extensive list of pre-defined cameras or you can define your own. Included is support for both Imperial and Metric units. User-Friendly: Customizable interface with selectable themes including dark mode, and support for over 30 languages. SetMyCamera is compatible with iPhone and iPad. On iPhone, an Apple Watch app is included. A MacOS version is available for your desktop or laptop. Some features may require in-app purchases. For a comparison chart of included features, visit https://setmycamera.com/products/compare/. What others say: “SetMyCamera assists depth of field calculations and serves as a great teaching tool” – MacWorld SetMyCamera respects your privacy and doesn’t collect user data. For more information, visit SetMyCamera.com. https://setmycamera.com/SMC_PP/SMC_PrivacyPolicy.html https://setmycamera.com/SMC_PP/SMC_TermsOfUse.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Field Tools at 4.9 against SetMyCamera's 4.4. Field Tools also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (78% vs 44%). SetMyCamera's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (142 vs 9). On price, 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
Both are free to download. SetMyCamera sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per 3 months. Field Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.
Field Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SetMyCamera has 142 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Field Tools's written reviews are positive against 44% of SetMyCamera's.
Field Tools ships an update every 5 months, SetMyCamera every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Field Tools | SetMyCamera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (9 ratings) — better | 4.4 (142 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 78.2% of reviews — better | 43.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 142 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brad Sokol | Bluestone Pond |
Customer experience
Field Tools
SetMyCamera
Bugs and requests
Field Tools
Reported bugs
16 issues- Hyperfocal calculation is inaccurate
- Slider for distance to subject is annoying
- Version 2.3.2 crashes when changing camera/lens
- App keeps crashing
- Sliders are too touchy/sensitive
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- Custom setup function does not work
- Stability issues, crashes frequently
- Sliders are very sensitive
- App does not look like screenshots
- Info button doesn't respond
- Sliders rarely move
- Cannot access camera selection screen
- Limited precision for close-up or macro work
- Does not display adequate precision
- Info returned by app does not agree with DOF charts
- Occasional crash/shutdown
Requested features
20 requests- Numeric keypad for distance entry
- Ability to group lenses by mount
- Flash contribution (ambient to flash ratio)
- Numeric keypad for values and angle of view
- Dark mode option
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- FAQ or online help
- Wheel selectors instead of sliders
- Ability to enter focal length, aperture, and distance by selection wheel or keyboard
- Macrophotography support
- Diffraction correction calculation
- Allow entry of closest focus distance
- Show results in feet and inches for distances under a foot
- Show results below 0.1 feet
- Add inches to display
- Make sliders less sensitive or adjustable sensitivity
- Improve graphical interface
- Italian language support
- More control for exact distance setting in feet and inches
- Add angle of view
- Allow specification of CoC
SetMyCamera
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Field Tools
No in-app purchases
SetMyCamera
- SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$3.293 Months
- SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$4.493 Months
- SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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- SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$14.991 Year
- upgrade to SetMyCamera$2.99
- Upgrade to SetMyCameraDF$4.99
- Upgrade to SetMyCameraMx$6.99
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- upgrade to SetMyCamera$8.99
- Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro$9.99
- SetMyCamera to ProPlus NE$39.99
Questions
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