LightSpectrum Pro vs ZY Vega
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LightSpectrum Pro
Measure light source color temperature and spectrum accurately without expensive equipment. View the color spectrum from 360nm to 800nm, and analyze the white point on the CIE 1931 diagram. Overlay filtered wavelengths on camera images to see frequency reflections and intensity.
- Color temperature measurement
- Color spectrum analysis (360nm-800nm)
- CIE 1931 white point display
- Wavelength filtering and overlay
- High accuracy compared to professional devices
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With LightSpectrumPro EVO you can measure the color temperature of a light source without having to spend hundreds of dollars on professional devices. LightSpectrumPro EVO has an error of 2 - 8% compared to existing professional products on the market. in addition to the color temperature measurement in Kelvin, LightSpectrumPro EVO allows you to view the color spectrum of the light being examined with a band ranging from 360nm to 800nm. in addition to the spectrum it is possible to display the position of the white point on the CIE 1931 diagram and to apply a filter for wavelengths to display in overlay on the image captured by the cameras which elements reflect a specific frequency and with what intensity.
ZY Vega
This intelligent lighting control system streamlines film production workflows. It offers visual and efficient management of photography lights, allowing for easy device grouping, parameter saving, and precise color temperature and hue adjustments.
- Device grouping and set management
- Save and reuse lighting parameters
- Adjust color temperature and filters
- Match ambient color temperature
- HSI and RGB color control
- Color picking for hue and saturation
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ZY Vega by ZHIYUN is an intelligent lighting control system designed specifically for ZHIYUN photography lights. It offers a smart, visual, and highly efficient control experience. ZY Vega streamlines the workflow of film production, enhancing the smart management and control of lighting during shoots. Key Features: Set Management - Add and group multiple devices effortlessly - Grid layout for easy device positioning - Save and reuse lighting parameters with a single tap Color Temperature - Adjust and control color temperature settings - Quick presets for instant adjustments Color Temperature Filters - Multiple filter options based on tungsten and dysprosium lights Color Temperature Matching - Capture and fine-tune ambient color temperature Color - Supports HSI and RGB modes for color control Color Picking - Capture and adjust hue and saturation ZY Vega boosts your film production efficiency by enhancing the smart control and management of lighting.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: ZY Vega at Free against LightSpectrum Pro's $1.99. ZY Vega also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). LightSpectrum Pro's advantage is rating (4.1 vs 2.3) and chart position (#139 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
ZY Vega is free to download; LightSpectrum Pro costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LightSpectrum Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 38 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of LightSpectrum Pro's written reviews are positive against 26% of ZY Vega's.
LightSpectrum Pro ships an update every 3 months, ZY Vega monthly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.
| Parameter | LightSpectrum Pro | ZY Vega |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.1 (39 ratings) — better | 2.3 (38 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 28.5% of reviews — better | 26.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | 38 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #139 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 88 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AM PowerSoftware | 桂林智神信息技术有限公司 |
Customer experience
LightSpectrum Pro
ZY Vega
Bugs and requests
LightSpectrum Pro
Reported bugs
11 issues- App crashes on startup or during use
- Camera feed not accessible or showing red X icon
- Screen blinking/flashing on first launch
- UI elements cut off on larger screens
- Buttons unresponsive or sticky
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- App freezes and cannot be exited
- Black screen on launch
- Inconsistent readings that change rapidly
- App stuck on opening screen
- Camera focus issues on iPhone X and newer models
- Incompatibility with iOS 5, 6, and newer iPhone models
Requested features
11 requests- Spot metering with crosshairs or target reticle
- Direct DUV (Delta uv) display calculation
- Flicker detection for light sources
- Calibration function for improved accuracy
- Support for fluorescent light preset adjustments
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- Tap-to-focus camera control
- Landscape orientation support
- Ability to disable tutorial tips
- Screenshot capability in landscape mode
- Better documentation and user guide
- Device compatibility information in app store listing
ZY Vega
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
LightSpectrum Pro
No in-app purchases
ZY Vega
No in-app purchases
Questions
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