Reciprocity Timer vs Luminis Light Meter Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Reciprocity compensation calculations
- Exposure timer
- Filter compensation slider
- Note-keeping feature
- Custom film and camera databases
- Film stock favorites
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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".
Luminis Light Meter Pro
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Light Meter is an app that helps you calculate the right exposure using your main phone camera. You just need to set the ISO speed of the film you're using and set the desired aperture value and the app will recalculate the shutter speed for you, simple as that. Features: • Calculate exposure with the main camera sensor • Tap the aperture or shutter speed value to lock it and change priority mode • Use the zoom menu or simple pinch to zoom function and use zoomed part as the area metering mode • Use the Snap function to easily set the desired camera parameters • Add and save your entire shooting process to notes quickly • Back up your notes using the backup feature • Use B&W mode to see how your photos will turn out in real time • Use the Film Stock feature to choose the type of film you're shooting with • Pro version comes with no ads or tracking We constantly update the app to provide more features that users are looking for, so expect even more with future updates. Thank you for using the Light Meter Pro app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Luminis Light Meter Pro at none against Reciprocity Timer's 1. Reciprocity Timer's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $5.99) and chart position (#101 vs unranked). On 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
Reciprocity Timer costs $1.99 and Luminis Light Meter Pro $5.99 up front. Reciprocity Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Luminis Light Meter Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
Reciprocity Timer ships an update every 2 months, Luminis Light Meter Pro every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Reciprocity Timer | Luminis Light Meter Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 — better | $5.99 |
| Rating | 2.5 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #101 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Pump Interactive | Dejan Boras |
In-app purchases
Reciprocity Timer
- Reciprocity Timer Pro$9.99
Luminis Light Meter Pro
No in-app purchases
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