Comparison

SLIT_STUDIO vs Smolcam

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

Head to head
About

SLIT_STUDIO

Features
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Tired of ordinary photos? Step into a new dimension of visual expression with SLIT_STUDIO, the high-performance slit-scan camera app that transforms reality into art. SLIT_STUDIO isn’t just another camera app. It’s a powerful tool for creative exploration. Its high-performance engine ensures smooth, real-time slit-scan effects, allowing you to capture dynamic moments with breathtaking distortions of time and space. And with its deeply customizable options, you are in complete control. Experiment with parameters to sculpt your visuals exactly as you envision them. From subtle time-slices to dramatic warping effects, SLIT_STUDIO empowers you to: - Transform Landscapes: Turn ordinary scenes into dynamic, flowing works of art. - Create Surreal Portraits: Stretch and distort faces for captivating and otherworldly portraits. - Experiment with Motion: Capture movement in unique and mesmerizing ways. - Create Abstract Art: Experiment with visual distortion and abstraction. Key Features: - High-Performance Engine: Up to 4K/120 fps, 1080p/240 fps real-time capturing. - Capture images and videos at the same time. - Capture long slit-scan image: Up to 60000 pixels for long side. - Highly Customizable: Adjust slit parameters, directions, speeds, and more to achieve your artistic vision. - Intuitive Interface: Easy to use yet powerful, designed for both beginners and experienced photographers. - Easy to manage: Easily preview your unique slit-scan art with ease. SLIT_STUDIO is your gateway to a world of visual art. Download now and start bending reality to your creative will!

About

Smolcam

This app offers a customizable retro camera experience with a variety of color palettes and dithering options. It provides a simple, distraction-free interface for capturing and saving photos instantly to your library.

Highlights
  • Customizable retro aesthetic
  • Multiple color palettes (3-bit to 24-bit)
  • Bayer ordered dithering option
  • Zoom support for all device cameras
  • Instant save to photo library
  • Distraction-free interface
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Smolcam transforms your iPhone into a small, lightweight camera with a customizable retro aesthetic. Features: - Completely free: no ads or in-app purchases - Choose from 8 colors (3-bit) to 16 million (24-bit) color palettes - Enable Bayer ordered dithering, or blue noise dithering for increased detail at low bit depths - Supports zooming through all the cameras your phone has - Instant save to photo library - Simple distraction-free interface that runs smoothly on any device and won't kill your battery

Screenshots

SLIT_STUDIO4 screens
Smolcam3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smolcam at none against SLIT_STUDIO's 2. SLIT_STUDIO's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 8 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. SLIT_STUDIO sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Smolcam asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SLIT_STUDIO ships an update fortnightly, Smolcam every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SLIT_STUDIO versus Smolcam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSLIT_STUDIOSmolcam
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.216.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJinyu MengJasper Morgal

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SLIT_STUDIO

One-time2
  • Tip Developer$0.99
  • Full Version$5.99
None

Smolcam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SLIT_STUDIO free?
SLIT_STUDIO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smolcam free?
Smolcam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SLIT_STUDIO or Smolcam have ads?
Neither SLIT_STUDIO nor Smolcam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SLIT_STUDIO or Smolcam?
SLIT_STUDIO ships an update fortnightly, and Smolcam every 8 months. Most recently, SLIT_STUDIO was updated on September 2, 2026 and Smolcam on September 6, 2026.

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