# Slow Shutter Cam vs Manual

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Slow Shutter Cam at none against Manual's 3. Slow Shutter Cam also leads on review sentiment (72% vs 41%) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). Manual's advantage is iOS requirement (11.4 vs 16.0). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Slow Shutter Cam costs $2.99 and Manual $3.99 up front. Manual 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 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slow Shutter Cam has 2.8K ratings behind it against 279, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Slow Shutter Cam's written reviews are positive against 41% of Manual's.

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, Manual every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slow Shutter Cam | Manual |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131/reviews)** | [4.2 (279 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manual-raw-camera/id917146276/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 279 |
| Positive reviews | **71.5% of reviews** | 41.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | — |
| Size | 4 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cogitap Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/338236702) | [Will Global](https://appshunter.io/developer/306029453) |

## What reviewers say

### Slow Shutter Cam

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

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Paid · Photo & Video, #76 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

**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


### Manual

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manual-raw-camera/id917146276)

Take full control of your iPhone camera with custom exposure settings. Adjust shutter speed, ISO, focus, and more to capture professional-quality images in RAW DNG format. Ideal for photographers who want to move beyond automatic settings.

**Highlights:** Custom exposure controls, RAW DNG image format, Shutter speed adjustment, ISO control, Manual focus, Focus zoom, Histogram

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tip 3 | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great manual controls
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🔍 Precise control over ISO, shutter speed, and white balance
- 📷 Powerful photography tool for iPhone
- 🎨 Allows creative control over photos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 👎 Finicky and unintuitive controls
- 🔍 Difficult to precisely set desired settings
- 🔍 Cropped viewfinder
- 🔍 Missing features like aperture control

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Settings reset unexpectedly
- RAW images come out blurry
- Exposure compensation not working as expected
- Focus issues on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Longer shutter speed options
- Self-timer and burst mode
- Ability to lock white balance
- Improved RAW image quality
- Volume button shutter release


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slow Shutter Cam free?

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

### Is Manual free?

Manual costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Slow Shutter Cam or Manual?

Slow Shutter Cam is rated higher. Slow Shutter Cam averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Manual averages 4.2 from 279 ratings.

### Do Slow Shutter Cam or Manual have ads?

Neither Slow Shutter Cam nor Manual shows ads.

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

Slow Shutter Cam ships an update every 2 weeks, and Manual every 2 months. Most recently, Slow Shutter Cam was updated on October 18, 2026 and Manual on October 19, 2026.

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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.*