Comparison

SetMyCameraDF vs LightMeter35

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

Head to head
About

SetMyCameraDF

This app provides advanced tools to help photographers of all levels create visually stunning images. It offers features for depth of field, composition, light metering, and more, along with tutorials and calculators for various photography concepts.

Highlights
  • Depth of field calculators (traditional and reverse)
  • Ambient light meter with sunny 16 guide
  • Field of view visualizer with iPhone/iPad camera
  • Print size and angle of view calculators
  • Flash configuration and shutter speed recommendations
  • Photo shoot notes database
  • Support for camera accessories
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. SetMyCamera Df includes features for mid range camera setting options. 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

About

LightMeter35

This app provides film photographers with a digital light meter, featuring a simple interface and precise lux calculations. It has been redesigned with skeuomorphic elements to enhance the analog photography experience.

Highlights
  • Light meter for film photographers
  • Simple UI
  • Statistic-based lux calculation
  • Skeuomorphic design
  • On-the-go usability
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I once bought a second-hand film camera, but the built-in light meter was broken. Then I started to build this lightweight light meter for all film photographers. A simple UI with a very hard-core, statistic-based, lux calculation inside. The only light meter you will need on the go. After a dozen months of absence, I am back and redesigned the whole UI from scratch, bringing back great skeuomorphism time. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to enhance your film photography journey with LightMeter35 2.0! Download the app now and join our growing community of analog lovers. Experience the magic of capturing moments on film with the most reliable and intuitive light meter app on the market.

Screenshots

SetMyCameraDF4 screens
LightMeter351 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LightMeter35 at 5.0 against SetMyCameraDF's 3.9. LightMeter35 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and price ($3.99 vs $4.99). SetMyCameraDF's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On review sentiment, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

SetMyCameraDF costs $4.99 and LightMeter35 $3.99 up front. SetMyCameraDF sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per 3 months. LightMeter35 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LightMeter35 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of SetMyCameraDF's written reviews are positive against 89% of LightMeter35's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SetMyCameraDF ships an update every 3 weeks, LightMeter35 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SetMyCameraDF versus LightMeter35: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetMyCameraDFLightMeter35
Price$4.99$3.99 — better
Rating3.9 (7 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews82.4% of reviews88.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBluestone Pond徐阳 王

Customer experience

SetMyCameraDF

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive82.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative11.8%

LightMeter35

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

SetMyCameraDF

Subscriptions5
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$3.293 Months
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$3.793 Months
  • SMC.Df.Pro.t2 ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$7.991 Year
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  • SMC.Df.Pro ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • SetMyCameraDf ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time5
  • Upgrade SetMyCamera DF to Pro$1.99
  • Upgrade SetMyCamera DF to Mx$2.99
  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro$5.99
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  • SMC.DF.Pro to Pro Plus NE$29.99
  • Upgrade SMC.DF to Pro Plus NE$34.99
None

LightMeter35

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SetMyCameraDF free?
SetMyCameraDF costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is LightMeter35 free?
LightMeter35 costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SetMyCameraDF or LightMeter35?
LightMeter35 is rated higher. SetMyCameraDF averages 3.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while LightMeter35 averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do SetMyCameraDF or LightMeter35 have ads?
Neither SetMyCameraDF nor LightMeter35 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SetMyCameraDF or LightMeter35?
SetMyCameraDF ships an update every 3 weeks, and LightMeter35 every 6 weeks. Most recently, SetMyCameraDF was updated on September 28, 2026 and LightMeter35 on September 22, 2026.

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