# Filmic Pro－Video Camera vs Blackmagic Camera

The clearest difference is rating: Blackmagic Camera at 4.8 against Filmic Pro－Video Camera's 3.7. Blackmagic Camera also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13) and review sentiment (68% vs 34%). Filmic Pro－Video Camera's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Filmic Pro－Video Camera sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Blackmagic Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

Blackmagic Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10K and 24K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Filmic Pro－Video Camera's written reviews are positive against 68% of Blackmagic Camera's.

Filmic Pro－Video Camera ships an update every 3 weeks, Blackmagic Camera monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Filmic Pro－Video Camera | Blackmagic Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmic-provideo-camera/id436577167/reviews) | **[4.8 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackmagic-camera/id6449580241/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10K | **24K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.6% of reviews | **68.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #162 | **#19** |
| Size | 225 MB | 203 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bending Spoons Apps ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1280299077) | [Blackmagic Design Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/419527253) |

## What reviewers say

### Filmic Pro－Video Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmic-provideo-camera/id436577167)

**Currently charting:** #162 Top Grossing · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app transforms your mobile device into a professional cinema camera, offering advanced controls for video capture. It provides filmmakers, content creators, and educators with intuitive tools to achieve high-quality video results.

**Highlights:** Manual control over all capture parameters, Advanced audio controls, ProRes capture options, Live analytics suite, Realtime film looks, Clean HDMI Out

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Filmic Weekly With Free Trial | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Filmic Weekly No Free Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Filmic Weekly With Free Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Filmic Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Filmic Pro with Free Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Director Weekly w/ Free Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Creator Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Creator Weekly with Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Filmic Pro with Free Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Back to School Yearly Sub | $19.99 | per year |
| Filmic Yearly With Free Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| Cinematographer Kit | $13.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent video quality
- 👍 Great manual controls
- 🚀 Powerful features
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Integrates well with gimbals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💸 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Locked out of previously purchased features
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and lagging when recording at high resolutions/frame rates
- Exposure and focus settings not saving properly
- Connectivity issues with third-party gimbals
- Disappearing analytics overlays
- Corrupted video files

**Requested features**

- Tracking autofocus support
- More aspect ratio options
- Ability to save custom presets
- Independent audio channel controls
- Histogram overlay during recording


### Blackmagic Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackmagic-camera/id6449580241)

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

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a professional digital film camera. Achieve a cinematic look with Hollywood-grade controls, including frame rate, shutter angle, and ISO adjustments. Record in industry-standard formats directly to cloud storage for seamless global collaboration.

**Highlights:** Digital film camera controls, Cinematic 'look' for Hollywood films, Adjust frame rate, shutter angle, white balance, ISO, Record to Blackmagic Cloud, Industry standard 10-bit Apple ProRes files up to 4K, Interactive Heads Up Display (HUD), Professional audio options

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive and well-designed UI
- 🎥 Cinematic video quality
- 💰 Free app with professional features
- 🔗 Integration with Blackmagic ecosystem

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stability issues and crashes
- 🔍 Inaccurate storage indicator
- 🔀 Orientation issues when switching cameras
- 🔊 Audio input issues
- 🔒 Lack of remote control/monitoring options

**Reported bugs**

- Stabilization issues in certain recording modes
- Exposure and focus settings not staying locked
- Timelapse mode not clearly indicated
- HDMI output not working reliably
- Audio source randomly switching to 'None'

**Requested features**

- Add log/flat color profiles
- Implement waveform and vectorscope monitors
- Allow locking shutter speed with auto ISO
- Provide preset options for common settings
- Add support for external accessories (e.g., gimbals)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Filmic Pro－Video Camera free?

Filmic Pro－Video Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Blackmagic Camera free?

Blackmagic Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Filmic Pro－Video Camera or Blackmagic Camera?

Blackmagic Camera is rated higher. Filmic Pro－Video Camera averages 3.7 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Blackmagic Camera averages 4.8 from 24K ratings.

### Do Filmic Pro－Video Camera or Blackmagic Camera have ads?

Neither Filmic Pro－Video Camera nor Blackmagic Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Filmic Pro－Video Camera or Blackmagic Camera?

Filmic Pro－Video Camera ships an update every 3 weeks, and Blackmagic Camera monthly. Most recently, Filmic Pro－Video Camera was updated on October 30, 2026 and Blackmagic Camera on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Filmic Pro－Video Camera or Blackmagic Camera?

Filmic Pro－Video Camera currently peaks at #162 in the App Store charts, and Blackmagic Camera at #19. 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.*