Comparison

SetMyCamera vs Mango Exposure

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

Head to head
About

SetMyCamera

This app provides advanced tools to help photographers of all levels master camera settings and create stunning images. It offers features like depth of field calculators, light metering, and composition assistance, supporting both digital and film cameras.

Highlights
  • Depth of field calculation
  • Light metering
  • Composition assistance
  • Print size calculator
  • Field of view visualizer
  • Flash configuration
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. This basic version has all the essentials to start exploring camera settings. 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

Mango Exposure

Calculate precise long exposure times with ND filter compensation and depth of field parameters. Supports various sensor sizes and measurement units, with a built-in timer for extended shots. Offers light and dark modes for iOS devices.

Highlights
  • ND filter compensation up to 20 stops
  • Multiple filter notation formats
  • Built-in countdown timer
  • Hyperfocal distance calculation
  • Support for various sensor sizes
  • Switchable measurement units (meters/feet)
  • Light and dark appearance modes
Features
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Calculate long exposure times and depth of field with precision. ## Long Exposure ## - Up to 20 stops of ND filter compensation - Multiple filter notation formats (stops, optical density, ND number) - Built-in countdown timer for exposures over 5 seconds ## Depth of Field ## - Hyperfocal distance, near limit, and far limit - Supports APS-C, full frame, Micro Four Thirds, medium format, and large format sensors - Switch between meters or feet & inches ## Designed for iOS ## - Light and dark appearance - iPad multitasking support ## Pricing ## - Free with ads - One-time purchase to remove ads Happy photographing! – Yilei

Screenshots

SetMyCamera4 screens
Mango Exposure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Mango Exposure at 5.0 against SetMyCamera's 4.4. SetMyCamera's advantage is ratings volume (141 vs 1) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SetMyCamera sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per 3 months and Mango Exposure sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mango Exposure holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SetMyCamera has 141 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SetMyCamera ships an update every 3 weeks, Mango Exposure every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SetMyCamera versus Mango Exposure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetMyCameraMango Exposure
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (141 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings141 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBluestone PondMango Umbrella LLC

Customer experience

SetMyCamera

All ratings141 ratings
Positive85.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative12.1%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive43.7%
Neutral5.0%
Negative51.3%

Mango Exposure

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

14 purchases

SetMyCamera

Subscriptions6
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$3.293 Months
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus3 Days trial$4.493 Months
  • SMC.t2 Pro to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$7.991 Year
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  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • SMC.t2 ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time8
  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro$2.99
  • upgrade to SetMyCamera$2.99
  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraDF$4.99
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  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraMx$6.99
  • upgrade to SetMyCamera$8.99
  • Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro$9.99
  • Upgrade SMC.Pro to Pro Plus$29.99
  • SetMyCamera to ProPlus NE$39.99
1 purchases

Mango Exposure

One-time1
  • Remove ads$1.99

Questions

Is SetMyCamera free?
SetMyCamera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mango Exposure free?
Mango Exposure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SetMyCamera or Mango Exposure?
Mango Exposure is rated higher. SetMyCamera averages 4.4 out of 5 from 141 ratings, while Mango Exposure averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SetMyCamera or Mango Exposure have ads?
Neither SetMyCamera nor Mango Exposure shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SetMyCamera or Mango Exposure?
SetMyCamera ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mango Exposure every 2 weeks. Most recently, SetMyCamera was updated on November 1, 2026 and Mango Exposure on October 15, 2026.

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