Comparison

Analogica vs FilmMeter

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

Head to head
About

Analogica

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Analogica is the ultimate tool for film photography enthusiasts. Our app helps you find the best photo labs in your area, providing you with all the information you need to get your film developed to perfection. From prices to turnaround times, our app has got you covered. But that's not all! Analogica also lets you compare the finish of different film rolls based on the brand, model, and scanner used. With our app, you can easily determine which film roll will give you the desired results, ensuring that you capture the perfect shot every time. With a user-friendly interface and comprehensive features, Analogica is a must-have app for any film photographer. So what are you waiting for? Download Analogica today and take your film photography to the next level!

About

FilmMeter

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional light meter for film photography. It offers real-time metering, LiDAR ranging for accurate focus, and comprehensive film roll management. Features include reciprocity calculation, ND filter compensation, and an exposure log to streamline your shooting workflow.

Highlights
  • Real-time light metering
  • LiDAR ranging and depth of field
  • Film roll and camera management
  • Reciprocity and ND filter compensation
  • Long exposure timer
  • Exposure logging
Features
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FilmMeter turns your iPhone into a professional light meter for film cameras. Real-time metering, LiDAR ranging, reciprocity calculation, and exposure logging — one app covers your entire shooting workflow from loading film to the final frame. Metering Measure exposure in real-time using your iPhone camera. Spot metering reads any point precisely, while average metering balances the whole scene. Full control over aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. iPhone 16 users can meter and adjust EV directly with the Camera Control button. Ranging & Depth of Field Get accurate focus distance with LiDAR-enabled devices. The depth of field scale shows your sharp range and hyperfocal distance, supporting 35mm (full frame) and medium format calculations. Camera Management Create profiles for your cameras and lenses. Set focal length and aperture range for each lens, then link a camera when loading film — aperture selection is automatically constrained to your lens's actual range. Manage your digital film bag the way you manage your real gear. Film Roll Management Create a roll, select your film stock, start shooting. Push/pull processing support lets you set development stops and automatically converts to effective ISO. Each metering links to your current roll automatically. The frame counter tracks remaining shots. Mark rolls as in progress, finished, or developed. ND Filters Built-in support for ND2 through ND10000. Select a filter and exposure is compensated automatically — no manual stop conversion needed. Pair with the long exposure timer to master daytime slow shutter work. Reciprocity Compensation Film loses sensitivity during long exposures. FilmMeter includes reciprocity data for popular film stocks and calculates the corrected shutter time automatically. Long Exposure Timer Long-press the metering button to start a countdown. The timer integrates with Dynamic Island — visible even when locked. Get notified when your exposure completes. No more counting seconds for star trails or light painting. Smart Exposure Suggestions Built-in scene recognition analyzes your frame. In tricky lighting like snow, backlight, or night scenes, it tells you "add one stop" instead of leaving you to figure it out. Exposure Log Every metering saves full parameters and location. Export to CSV. Review your decisions, build your film notes. More Features • ND filter auto exposure compensation • Film LUT live preview • Aspect ratio overlays (135/120 formats) • Focal length frame lines (28-200mm) • Darkroom-friendly red-on-black interface • Metric and imperial units Free to Use • No subscription, no account required • Fully offline, no ads • English and Chinese Designed for film photography. Professional enough for experienced shooters, simple enough for beginners.

Screenshots

Analogica4 screens
FilmMeter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Analogica at none against FilmMeter's 4. FilmMeter's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. FilmMeter sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Analogica asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Analogica ships an update every 2 months, FilmMeter every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Analogica versus FilmMeter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnalogicaFilmMeter
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (64 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—96.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—64 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB143 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperValentin Wallet宗 侯

In-app purchases

None

Analogica

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

FilmMeter

One-time4
  • Buy me a coffee$0.99
  • Buy me lunch$2.99
  • 请我吃块蛋糕$9.99
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  • 赞助开发$19.99

Questions

Is Analogica free?
Analogica is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FilmMeter free?
FilmMeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Analogica or FilmMeter have ads?
Neither Analogica nor FilmMeter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Analogica or FilmMeter?
Analogica ships an update every 2 months, and FilmMeter every 2 days. Most recently, Analogica was updated on October 25, 2026 and FilmMeter on October 25, 2026.

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