# Slow Shutter Cam vs Exposure Calculator

The clearest difference is rating: Slow Shutter Cam at 4.6 against Exposure Calculator's 3.8. Slow Shutter Cam also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Exposure Calculator's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $2.99). On review sentiment, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 and Exposure Calculator $0.99 up front. Exposure Calculator sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Slow Shutter Cam asks for nothing beyond the download.

Slow Shutter Cam holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slow Shutter Cam has 2.8K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Slow Shutter Cam's written reviews are positive against 65% of Exposure Calculator's.

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, Exposure Calculator every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slow Shutter Cam | Exposure Calculator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131/reviews)** | [3.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exposure-calculator/id359149599/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **71.5% of reviews** | 64.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#19** | #161 |
| Size | 5 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cogitap Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/338236702) | [Essence Computing](https://appshunter.io/developer/333177404) |

## What reviewers say

### Slow Shutter Cam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #187 Top Paid (US App Store)

Capture stunning long exposure photographs with three distinct modes: Motion Blur for dynamic effects, Light Trail for light painting, and Low Light for enhanced detail. Achieve DSLR-quality results with manual controls and real-time previews.

**Highlights:** Motion Blur capture mode, Light Trail capture mode, Low Light capture mode, Unlimited shutter speed, Manual ISO control, Real-time live preview, Multiple exposure photos

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Powerful controls
- 🎨 Great for creative photography
- 💡 Useful for low light and long exposure shots
- 🎨 Excellent for light trails and motion blur

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🤔 Confusing interface for some users
- 🤷‍♀️ Limited functionality compared to DSLR
- 🤔 Struggles with astrophotography and night sky shots

**Reported bugs**

- Lens flare or distortion issues on some devices
- Inconsistent performance on iPhone 11 Pro Max
- Saved photos not showing up in camera roll

**Requested features**

- Add support for RAW image format
- Implement a hands-free bulb mode with remote activation
- Include a countdown timer for stabilizing the camera
- Integrate with Apple Watch for easier shutter control
- Provide more detailed tutorials and guidance for beginners


### Exposure Calculator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exposure-calculator/id359149599)

**Currently charting:** #161 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app helps photographers determine the correct shutter speed by calculating exposure values based on lighting conditions, f-stop, and ISO. It provides more accurate results than traditional tables, accounting for all f-stop and ISO values.

**Highlights:** Shutter speed calculation, Accurate f-stop and ISO input, Four lighting condition types, Exposure Value (EV) calculation, Comparison to standard tables, Precise value determination

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Purchase Depth of Field Calculator | $0.99 | one-time |
| Purchase Depth of Field Variants | $0.99 | one-time |
| Purchase EXIF Manager | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slow Shutter Cam free?

Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Exposure Calculator free?

Exposure Calculator costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Slow Shutter Cam or Exposure Calculator?

Slow Shutter Cam is rated higher. Slow Shutter Cam averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Exposure Calculator averages 3.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do Slow Shutter Cam or Exposure Calculator have ads?

Neither Slow Shutter Cam nor Exposure Calculator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Slow Shutter Cam or Exposure Calculator?

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, and Exposure Calculator every 2 months. Most recently, Slow Shutter Cam was updated on October 26, 2026 and Exposure Calculator on October 26, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Slow Shutter Cam or Exposure Calculator?

Slow Shutter Cam currently peaks at #19 in the App Store charts, and Exposure Calculator at #161. 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.*