# SetMyCamera vs ManualExposure

The clearest difference is rating: SetMyCamera at 4.4 against ManualExposure's 4.1. SetMyCamera also leads on ratings volume (141 vs 12) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SetMyCamera sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.29 per 3 months and ManualExposure sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SetMyCamera holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SetMyCamera has 141 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of SetMyCamera's written reviews are positive against 42% of ManualExposure's.

SetMyCamera ships an update every 3 weeks, ManualExposure every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SetMyCamera | ManualExposure |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (141 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setmycamera/id670363905/reviews)** | [4.1 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manualexposure/id697932594/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **141** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **43.7% of reviews** | 42.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bluestone Pond](https://appshunter.io/developer/544105988) | [George Koultouridis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258081441) |

## What reviewers say

### SetMyCamera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setmycamera/id670363905)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SetMyCamera to ProPlus | $3.29 | per 3 months |
| SetMyCamera to ProPlus | $4.49 | per 3 months |
| SMC.t2 Pro to ProPlus 1 year | $7.99 | per year |
| SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| SMC.t2 ProPlus 1 year | $12.99 | per year |
| SetMyCamera to ProPlus 1 year | $14.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro | $2.99 | one-time |
| upgrade to SetMyCamera | $2.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to SetMyCameraDF | $4.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to SetMyCameraMx | $6.99 | one-time |
| upgrade to SetMyCamera | $8.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to SetMyCameraPro | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade SMC.Pro to Pro Plus | $29.99 | one-time |
| SetMyCamera to ProPlus NE | $39.99 | one-time |


### ManualExposure

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manualexposure/id697932594)

This app provides essential calculators for landscape photographers to determine exposure settings. It includes tools for ND filters, handheld shots, multiple exposures, star photography, and nightscapes, with features like a built-in timer and equipment organization.

**Highlights:** 8 landscape photography calculators, Built-in timer and notifications, Home screen widget and Apple Watch app, Equipment and item info organization, Teleconverter support, Advanced filter and stabilization settings, Dark theme support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Full version | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SetMyCamera free?

SetMyCamera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ManualExposure free?

ManualExposure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SetMyCamera or ManualExposure?

SetMyCamera is rated higher. SetMyCamera averages 4.4 out of 5 from 141 ratings, while ManualExposure averages 4.1 from 12 ratings.

### Do SetMyCamera or ManualExposure have ads?

Neither SetMyCamera nor ManualExposure shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SetMyCamera or ManualExposure?

SetMyCamera ships an update every 3 weeks, and ManualExposure every 2 months. Most recently, SetMyCamera was updated on October 14, 2026 and ManualExposure on October 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*