SetMyCameraDF vs LightMeter35
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
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.
- 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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
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.
| Parameter | SetMyCameraDF | LightMeter35 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | $3.99 — better |
| Rating | 3.9 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 82.4% of reviews | 88.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bluestone Pond | 徐阳 王 |
Customer experience
SetMyCameraDF
LightMeter35
In-app purchases
SetMyCameraDF
- 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
- 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
LightMeter35
No in-app purchases
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