Comparison

SetMyCamera vs Long Exposure Calculator

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

Long Exposure Calculator

Calculate precise exposure times for long-exposure photography with Neutral Density filters. Features a countdown timer for exposures over 10 seconds and supports up to 24 stops of ND filtration.

Highlights
  • ND filter exposure calculation
  • Countdown timer
  • Supports up to 24-stop ND filters
  • Simple to use
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Long Exposure Calculator is a utility that helps you determine the correct exposure time/shutter speed when using Neutral Density filters. Features: - Very simple to use - Includes a countdown timer if the exposure time is 10 seconds or longer. - Supports up to 24-stops of ND filter iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch compatible.

Screenshots

SetMyCamera4 screens
Long Exposure Calculator4 screens

Verdict

The call

SetMyCamera and Long Exposure Calculator both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Long Exposure Calculator's written reviews are positive against 44% of SetMyCamera's. Long Exposure Calculator also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). SetMyCamera's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 19 months). On price, rating, ratings volume 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 Long Exposure Calculator sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for SetMyCamera against 4.4 for Long Exposure Calculator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 139 and 62 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of SetMyCamera's written reviews are positive against 82% of Long Exposure Calculator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SetMyCamera ships an update every 3 weeks, Long Exposure Calculator every 19 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and July 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SetMyCamera versus Long Exposure Calculator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetMyCameraLong Exposure Calculator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (139 ratings)4.4 (62 ratings)
Positive reviews43.7% of reviews81.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings139 — better62
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 19 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBluestone PondJunel Corales

Customer experience

SetMyCamera

All ratings139 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral2.2%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews238 reviews
Positive43.7%
Neutral5.0%
Negative51.3%

Long Exposure Calculator

All ratings62 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral4.8%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive81.7%
Neutral5.6%
Negative12.7%

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
6 purchases

Long Exposure Calculator

One-time6
  • Leave a Tip$1.99
  • Leave a Tip$2.99
  • Leave a Tip$3.99
Show 3 more
  • Leave a Tip$5.99
  • Leave a Tip$9.99
  • Leave a tip$14.99

Questions

Is SetMyCamera free?
SetMyCamera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Long Exposure Calculator free?
Long Exposure Calculator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SetMyCamera or Long Exposure Calculator?
SetMyCamera and Long Exposure Calculator are both rated 4.4 out of 5 on the App Store, from 139 and 62 ratings respectively.
Do SetMyCamera or Long Exposure Calculator have ads?
Long Exposure Calculator shows ads; SetMyCamera does not.
Which is updated more often, SetMyCamera or Long Exposure Calculator?
SetMyCamera ships an update every 3 weeks, and Long Exposure Calculator every 19 months. Most recently, SetMyCamera was updated on September 21, 2026 and Long Exposure Calculator on July 11, 2026.

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