Slow Shutter Cam vs ManualExposure
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Slow Shutter Cam
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.
- 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
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Slow Shutter Cam brings new life into your device's photo toolbox by letting you capture a variety of amazing slow shutter speed effects that you only thought you could get with a DSLR. Continue reading to learn more about this unique app! ----------------------- • Featured numerous times by Apple: - App Store Essentials: Camera & Photography - Photography for Professionals - Total Control - Extraordinary Photo Apps - Best New App ----------------------- "It’s one of those rare photography apps that creates effects that few others are capable of, and it does it easily and with better results." — Marty Yawnick, Life In LoFi ----------------------- How many times have you tried to capture artful images with your iPhone camera but were left wishing you had more features to work with? Slow Shutter Cam puts an end to mere snapshots and gives you some of the most powerful features of a DSLR camera. All this, in a package that fits in your pocket. Slow Shutter Cam offers three capture modes to capture unique images: MOTION BLUR: Equivalent to the shutter priority mode on a DSLR, the Motion Blur mode is perfect for creating ghost images, waterfall effects or suggesting movement in your photographs by adding a blur. LIGHT TRAIL: The Light Trail mode allows you to 'paint' with light, show car light trails and fireworks or capture any other moving light in a unique way. Unlike shooting with a DSLR and being tied to specific rigid settings to obtain good results, the Light Trail mode takes care of the essentials, letting your creativity soar! LOW LIGHT: In low light conditions, this capture mode allows the camera to accumulate every photon of light hitting the sensor. The longer the shutter speed, the more light it will accumulate. You can even fine-tune the result using the exposure compensation slider to achieve the exact effect you want! Highlights: • Unlimited Shutter Speed and manual ISO • Option to resume capture and create multiple exposure photos • Real time live preview - See the result in real time • Innovative 'Freeze' and ‘Blur Strength’ controls • Tap to adjust focus/exposure • Time-lapse Intervalometer • Apple Watch support and handy Self-Timer • Full resolution support on every devices • Camera Control support (iPhone 16) With Slow Shutter Cam on your iPhone you get the features of a DSLR camera with the convenience of a device that you can drop in your pocket and take with you wherever you go. Download it now and put an end to mere snapshots! Search #slowshuttercam on Instagram or visit the "Slow Shutter Cam - iPhone" group on flickr for amazing samples!
ManualExposure
This app provides essential calculators for landscape photographers to determine exposure settings. It includes tools for ND filters, handheld shots, multiple exposures, star photography, and nightscapes, with features like a built-in timer and equipment organization.
- 8 landscape photography calculators
- Built-in timer and notifications
- Home screen widget and Apple Watch app
- Equipment and item info organization
- Teleconverter support
- Advanced filter and stabilization settings
- Dark theme support
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Manual exposure is a must-have for any landscape digital photographer. Forget about digging into reference tables and cheat sheets. With this set of the most important calculators, simply select your shooting parameters, and the app will do the rest for you! FEATURES: • 8 calculators for any landscape photo you want to take. • Built-in timer and notifications. Don't be afraid to close the app when the exposure time is long - you will be notified when the timer expires. You can always check how much time is left with our Home screen widget or Apple Watch app. • Sets and equipment list. Organise all your equipment, and usage of the calculators will become even faster and easier. • Items info cards. Forgot the filter thread size of your lens? Don't worry, you can always check it in your sets details. • Teleconverters. Using teleconverter with your telephoto lens? No need in extra calculations, simply add it to your current set. * Advanced settings such as extra filter adjustment or lens stabilisation • Dark theme support CALCULATORS: • ND filters: get exposure time when using one or more Neutral Density filters (also known as long exposure calculator). • Minimum shutter speed for your handheld shots - simple but handy. • Multiple exposures: easily calculate exposure compensation. • Stars: will help you to capture beautiful start trails or avoid them if you are shooting still stars. • Nightscapes: tools for those who want to shoot in the moonlight or take photos of the moon itself. SUPPORT: Please don't hesitate to contact us if you found a bug, have a suggestion or can't add an item. TERMS AND CONDITIONS https://handsmade.info/manualexposure/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: ManualExposure at Free against Slow Shutter Cam's $2.99. Slow Shutter Cam's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). 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
ManualExposure is free to download; Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 up front. ManualExposure sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Slow Shutter Cam asks for nothing beyond the download.
Slow Shutter Cam holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slow Shutter Cam has 2.8K ratings behind it against 12, 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 42% of ManualExposure's.
Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 10 days, ManualExposure every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and July 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Slow Shutter Cam | ManualExposure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.6 (2.8K ratings) — better | 4.1 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews — better | 42.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2.8K — better | 12 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | #10 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cogitap Software | George Koultouridis |
Customer experience
Slow Shutter Cam
ManualExposure
Bugs and requests
Slow Shutter Cam
Reported bugs
3 issues- 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
5 requests- 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
ManualExposure
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Slow Shutter Cam
No in-app purchases
ManualExposure
- monthly14 Days trial$0.991 Month
- yearly1 Month trial$8.991 Year
- Full version$5.99
Questions
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