Comparison

Reciprocity Timer vs Photistics

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

Head to head
About

Reciprocity Timer

This app helps film photographers calculate exposure compensation for reciprocity failure. It offers a standard version for basic calculations and a pro version with advanced features like note-taking and custom film databases. It also includes an exposure timer and filter compensation tools.

Highlights
  • Reciprocity compensation calculations
  • Exposure timer
  • Filter compensation slider
  • Note-keeping feature
  • Custom film and camera databases
  • Film stock favorites
Features
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Manage your film photography from start to finish!  Reciprocity Timer has 2 Version - the "Standard" Version does NOT include advanced features but can be used to calculate reciprocity on a range of common films. The "Pro" Version is available for an additional $9.99 USD (via in-app-purchase) unlocks a range of advanced features. The initial purchase price allows you to calculate reciprocity for all the films included by selecting an observed exposure time. This $1.99 US non-pro version is suitable for people who just need to calculate an exposure that includes reciprocity adjustments for commonly used films. It will suit many users who don't require or need to upgrade to the pro version for features like note keeping or a camera database etc. It's most suitable if you are new to film. More advanced film users and photographers may want to pay to upgrade after their initial purchase to the pro version. If you use a pro-feature you'll be prompted to upgrade for an additional $9.99 US. This will unlock all the additional features including the Zone Editor, Note, Camera and Film Holder database as well as custom films and filters. There is no need to upgrade if you just want to calculate and time reciprocity for a particular film and you always use the same camera. The app includes in-app purchase to unlock pro features including a note-keeping feature, the ability to add custom films and the ability to select often used film stock as favorites. Once you upgrade then the one app does it all - notes, filters, exposure calculations, custom films, zone system editor, film holder management as well as the reciprocity math! A comprehensive film reciprocity calculator for photographers. Select a film type and metered exposure time - the calculator will provide a reciprocity compensated exposure time. The app includes an exposure timer so you can time your long exposures. You can also use a slider to adjust exposure when you have filters attached. The app supports a wide range of film stocks and allows the user to add various common exposure filters such as NDs and Polarizers. Keep detailed notes and share them. Share your adjusted exposure times with colleagues. This app makes film photography a breeze. You may need to setup Reciprocity Timer in Settings -> Notification Center to ensure the app's timer can notify you when exposures are ending and your device is asleep. Watch companion app now included. To install the app use the Apple Watch App on your phone. Ensure your watch and phone are paired an unlocked and scroll down the list of available apps to Reciprocity Timer. Select Install. You can also turn on "Automatically Install Apps".

About

Photistics

Easily view and organize photos and videos on your device. Sort media by season to quickly find memories from specific times of year. Access file size and creation date information effortlessly.

Highlights
  • View photos and videos
  • Sort by season
  • View file size
  • View creation date
  • User feature requests
Features
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Photistics allows more convenient to view photos and videos stored on your device. You can sort files by the seasons. For example, you can easily view the photos or video recordings carried out in the summer. Also, you can easily find the file size and date of creation. If you want to see the features that you need in this application, the developer write their wishes.

Screenshots

Reciprocity Timer4 screens
Photistics4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Photistics at none against Reciprocity Timer's 1. Photistics also leads on price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On review sentiment, update cadence, 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

Reciprocity Timer costs $1.99 and Photistics $0.99 up front. Reciprocity Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Photistics asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reciprocity Timer ships an update every 2 months, Photistics every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and July 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Reciprocity Timer versus Photistics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReciprocity TimerPhotistics
Price$1.99$0.99 — better
Rating2.5 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPump InteractiveOleg Geraimovich

Customer experience

Reciprocity Timer

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral13.8%
Negative52.9%

Photistics

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Reciprocity Timer

One-time1
  • Reciprocity Timer Pro$9.99
None

Photistics

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Reciprocity Timer free?
Reciprocity Timer costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Photistics free?
Photistics costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Reciprocity Timer or Photistics have ads?
Neither Reciprocity Timer nor Photistics shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Reciprocity Timer or Photistics?
Reciprocity Timer ships an update every 2 months, and Photistics every 3 months. Most recently, Reciprocity Timer was updated on September 30, 2026 and Photistics on July 27, 2026.

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