# Camera+ Legacy vs Classic Camera by Hipstamatic

The clearest difference is rating: Classic Camera by Hipstamatic at 4.7 against Camera+ Legacy's 4.2. Camera+ Legacy's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Camera+ Legacy costs $4.99 and Classic Camera by Hipstamatic $4.99 up front. Camera+ Legacy sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Classic Camera by Hipstamatic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.3K and 4.6K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 62% and 63% positive.

Camera+ Legacy ships an update every 2 weeks, Classic Camera by Hipstamatic every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Camera+ Legacy | Classic Camera by Hipstamatic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-plus-legacy/id329670577/reviews) | **[4.7 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-camera-by-hipstamatic/id342115564/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.3K | **4.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 62.3% of reviews | **63.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #147 | **#91** |
| Size | 88 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LateNite Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/325758143) | [Hipstamatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342115567) |

## What reviewers say

### Camera+ Legacy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-plus-legacy/id329670577)

**Currently charting:** #147 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app enhances your mobile photography with advanced controls and creative filters. It offers features like touch exposure, focus control, and various shooting modes to help you capture stunning images in any situation. Easily edit and share your photos with a wide range of effects and editing tools.

**Highlights:** Touch Exposure & Focus, Stabilizer, Timer, Burst modes, Digital Zoom up to 6x, Front Flash, Horizon Level, Clarity filter, Scene Modes, Professional Effects

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hollywood Filter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| I <3 Analog Filter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Powerful editing tools
- 💡 Excellent manual controls
- 🔍 Great macro and zoom capabilities
- 🎨 Wide range of filters and effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🤔 Confusing navigation and settings
- 📤 Difficulty transferring photos to PC

**Reported bugs**

- Photos not saving correctly to camera roll
- Editing tools not working as expected
- Geolocation data inaccurate or missing
- Crashes when using certain features

**Requested features**

- Add video recording capabilities
- Implement a more flexible focus/depth of field control
- Provide better geotagging and location management
- Add a text overlay feature
- Introduce a tilt-shift effect


### Classic Camera by Hipstamatic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-camera-by-hipstamatic/id342115564)

**Currently charting:** #91 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app offers an authentic analog photography experience with a variety of digital lenses, films, and flashes. It provides advanced editing tools and the ability to create and share custom presets. Seamlessly integrates with your photo library for easy editing and organization.

**Highlights:** Authentic analog photo simulation, Digital lenses, films, and flashes, Advanced Darkroom editing suite, Create and share custom presets, Native photo library integration, RAW format capture and editing

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Williamsburg Starter HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Portland HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Shibuya HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Camden HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mission Hipstapak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dali GoodPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Soho HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bondi HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wicker Park HipstaPak | $0.99 | one-time |
| RetroPak One | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful creative tool
- 👍 Versatile lens/film combinations
- 🎨 Unique vintage-style photography
- 💡 Ability to edit existing photos
- 👍 Reliable and consistent performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🤔 Confusing interface changes
- 🙁 Inability to restore purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Photos not saving properly
- Viewfinder not aligning correctly
- Inability to change ISO settings without crashing
- Purchased items disappearing from the app
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for iPhone 14 Pro camera
- Improve RAW file handling
- Implement batch photo editing
- Provide better organization for purchased items
- Introduce an undo/redo function


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Camera+ Legacy free?

Camera+ Legacy costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Classic Camera by Hipstamatic free?

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Camera+ Legacy or Classic Camera by Hipstamatic?

Classic Camera by Hipstamatic is rated higher. Camera+ Legacy averages 4.2 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while Classic Camera by Hipstamatic averages 4.7 from 4.6K ratings.

### Do Camera+ Legacy or Classic Camera by Hipstamatic have ads?

Neither Camera+ Legacy nor Classic Camera by Hipstamatic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Camera+ Legacy or Classic Camera by Hipstamatic?

Camera+ Legacy ships an update every 2 weeks, and Classic Camera by Hipstamatic every 3 months. Most recently, Camera+ Legacy was updated on November 13, 2026 and Classic Camera by Hipstamatic on November 15, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Camera+ Legacy or Classic Camera by Hipstamatic?

Camera+ Legacy currently peaks at #147 in the App Store charts, and Classic Camera by Hipstamatic at #91. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*