Comparison

s vs EXPOCAL

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

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s

Features
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Turn your device into a realistic, cueable, sACN-controlled media Phone! s-HOW is an advanced sACN-controlled media manipulation app that transforms your device into a powerhouse for stage and film production. Seamlessly integrate your phone with any sACN device to precisely control backlight settings and adjust media opacity for both images and videos. Whether you're resetting visuals on the fly or delivering dynamic media presentations, s-HOW makes media control effortless and performance-ready for film and TV. Key Features: sACN Control Made Simple: Assign a Universe (1โ€“65279) and DMX Address (1โ€“509) to control your device just like any other fixture in your lighting setup. Real-Time Backlight Adjustment: Use sACN to control the screen's backlight brightness, simulating realistic light effects or phone on/off. Real-Time Media Manipulation: Use sACN to control the opacity of photos and videos allowing easy reset or dynamic control of content. Easy Integration: Connect your device to the same production Wi-Fi network as your sACN enabled lighting device and start controlling instantly. Patch your device based on the instructions inside the app to stay up to date on best compatibility. Clean, Intuitive Interface: Simple controls and clear instructions make it easy to set up and use, even in high-pressure environments. How It Works: Patch Your Device: Add the device to your lighting board (sACN Controller) based on the guide in the app Connect to Wi-Fi: Ensure your device and sACN enabled lighting device are on the same production Wi-Fi network. Configure DMX Settings: Assign the correct Universe and DMX Address directly in the app. Select the media: Select Media from your device's camera roll. Enable sHOW: Toggle on sHOW and watch the magic happen! NOTE: This app only listens over wifi for sACN- it will not work with any other lighting protocols. Perfect For: Stage Productions Film and Television Concerts and Events Art Installations Interactive Displays Powered by Candle and Switch Developed with precision and innovation, sHOW is designed to meet the needs of industry professionals and lighting enthusiasts alike. Experience the seamless integration of technology and creativity. This app includes an auto-renewing subscription option which unlocks access to sHOW- which unlocks use of the app: turning your device into a sACN-controlled Lighting Fixture. - Subscription options are either monthly or a one time payment for lifetime - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the currant period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24- hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Apple settings after purchase See more: https://candleandswitch.com/sHOW/ Privacy Policy: https://candleandswitch.com/show/landing-pages/mber/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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EXPOCAL

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EXPOCAL is the on-set exposure companion for cinematographers, DPs, and gaffers โ€” every calculation you reach for between scouting a location and rolling, in one fast, dark-themed app. Nail exposure Incident metering math built on ISO 2720: dial in ISO/EI, shutter angle, and frame rate to get the exact T-stop โ€” or work backwards from an aperture to the lux you need. Handles dual-base sensors and broadcast gain (dB) too. Match your gear Pick from a built-in library of 47 cinema cameras and 241 lenses. Check sensor coverage, mount compatibility, and how a lens, extender, or adapter behaves across your kit. Director's viewfinder Frame a shot right on your phone. Choose a camera and focal length and the live preview matches that lens's field of view โ€” pinch or use the thumb zoom slider to find the frame before the camera is even built. Overlay mode draws the exact framing on a wide preview. Depth & focus Hyperfocal distance, depth of field, and aperture sweeps with sweet-spot, diffraction, and noise guidance. Light & color ND filter stops, white-balance mired shifts, and CTB/CTO/plus-green gel recommendations. Timecode Read SMPTE LTC straight from the audio input and show it full-screen, big enough to hold in front of a lens. When the sound has a clock and the camera does not, you film the number. The reader flywheels through dropouts and says when it has lost lock rather than pretending it hasn't. Export Generate clean PDF reports for scene and sensor planning. EXPOCAL gives estimates to support your judgment on set โ€” always confirm critical exposures with your meter and monitor.

Screenshots

s4 screens
EXPOCAL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EXPOCAL at none against s's 2. EXPOCAL also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. s sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. EXPOCAL asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences ยท 3 level
s versus EXPOCAL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametersEXPOCAL
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS18.215.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLawrence Anthony WareJOHN MORGAN BROWN

In-app purchases

2 purchases

s

Subscriptions1
  • 31 Days Access to s-HOW app3 Days trial$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Access s-HOW app Lifetime$14.99
None

EXPOCAL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is s free?
s is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EXPOCAL free?
EXPOCAL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do s or EXPOCAL have ads?
Neither s nor EXPOCAL shows ads.

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