Comparison

Lens vs SetMyCamera

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Lens

This app simulates camera lens behavior, visually demonstrating depth of field and field of view. It allows photographers of all levels to explore how aperture, focal length, and distance affect focus in real-time.

Highlights
  • Real-time depth of field visualization
  • Interactive background scaling
  • Adjustable aperture, focal length, and focal distance
  • Configurable information overlays
  • Multiple sensor size options
  • Metric/imperial unit support
Features
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Lens•Lab is a virtual lens simulation tool for photographers of all skill levels. It graphically illustrates how depth of field and field of view relate to your SLR camera and lenses. Professionals will like how quick and easy it is to get depth of field calculations. Semi-pro photographers will enjoy configuring "what-if?" scenarios for various lenses. Photography beginners will find it to be a great learning tool by exploring the interplay of aperture, focal length, and focal distance in real time. Lens•Lab is more than a great depth of field calculator, it's a lens simulator that can help you explore, see, and intuitively understand how depth of field works with your camera and lenses. Lens•Lab Features: Advanced visual depiction of depth of field with real-time controls: • The background scales from 10 centimeters to 100 meters interactively • Out-of-focus areas are represented as blurred in real-time • Distance labels, angle of view, and other information updates as you touch Easily control aperture, focal length, and focal distance with sliders or touch: • Aperture (from ƒ/0.95 to ƒ/64 in continuous increments) • Focal Length (configurable from 1mm to "very large number") • Focal Distance (from 10cm to 100m) Information overlays are independently configurable: • Hyperfocal Distance • Far Depth of Field • Focal Distance • Near Depth of Field • Total Depth of Field • Vertical Angle of View • Distance Scale • Simulated Blur Sensor size is configurable for: • Full Frame (35mm) • APS-H (1.3x crop factor) • DX (1.5x crop factor) • APS-C (1.6x crop factor) • Four Thirds (2.0x crop factor) Additionally, there are controls for distance units (metric or imperial) and display of Full Frame Equivalent focal length (for cameras with sensors smaller than full frame.) Included is a usage guide that explains all features of the application as well as depth of field in photography. Lens•Lab works with all iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad models running iOS 8 or newer.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Depth of field calculation
  • Light metering
  • Composition assistance
  • Print size calculator
  • Field of view visualizer
  • Flash configuration
Features
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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

Screenshots

Lens3 screens
SetMyCamera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SetMyCamera at Free against Lens's $2.99. SetMyCamera also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 18 months) and ratings volume (139 vs 8). Lens's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and review sentiment (69% vs 44%). On rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

SetMyCamera is free to download; Lens costs $2.99 up front. SetMyCamera sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per 3 months. Lens asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lens holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SetMyCamera has 139 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Lens's written reviews are positive against 44% of SetMyCamera's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lens ships an update every 18 months, SetMyCamera every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Lens versus SetMyCamera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLensSetMyCamera
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (8 ratings) — better4.4 (139 ratings)
Positive reviews69.0% of reviews — better43.7% of reviews
Number of ratings8139 — better
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#187 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeff MenterBluestone Pond

Customer experience

Lens

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative14.3%

SetMyCamera

All ratings139 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive43.7%
Neutral5.0%
Negative51.3%

In-app purchases

None

Lens

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

SetMyCamera

Subscriptions6
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$3.293 Months
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$4.493 Months
  • SMC.t2 Pro to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$7.991 Year
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  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • SMC.t2 ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time8
  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro$2.99
  • upgrade to SetMyCamera$2.99
  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraDF$4.99
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  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraMx$6.99
  • upgrade to SetMyCamera$8.99
  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro$9.99
  • Upgrade SMC.Pro to Pro Plus$29.99
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus NE$39.99

Questions

Is Lens free?
Lens costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SetMyCamera free?
SetMyCamera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Lens or SetMyCamera?
Lens is rated higher. Lens averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while SetMyCamera averages 4.4 from 139 ratings.
Do Lens or SetMyCamera have ads?
Neither Lens nor SetMyCamera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lens or SetMyCamera?
Lens ships an update every 18 months, and SetMyCamera every 3 weeks. Most recently, Lens was updated on September 19, 2026 and SetMyCamera on September 21, 2026.

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