Comparison

VSCO Capture vs VertigoZoom

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

Head to head
About

VSCO Capture

Capture photos and videos with over 50 live filters and real-time effects. Offers granular manual controls for exposure, ISO, and more, allowing for precise aesthetic control as you shoot. Supports RAW capture and seamless syncing with a photo editor.

Highlights
  • 50+ live photo filters
  • Real-time video presets
  • Live Bloom and Halation effects
  • Live film grain
  • Manual camera controls (exposure, ISO, white balance, shutter speed)
  • RAW capture support
  • Seamless syncing with VSCO editor
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“VSCO’s Capture app is free and offers plenty of granular controls that will even please the “pro mode” fans among us.” - Digital Trends “The iPhone's camera goes from good to great with the just-released VSCO Capture app.” - PhoneArena “The presets deliver incredible results straight out of camera, and I love that I can adjust the intensity in real time.” - Jaime Angel, Photographer VSCO Capture brings together 50+ live photo filters, real-time effects, and intuitive controls to shape your vision as it comes to life. Perfect for photography enthusiasts and seasoned pros alike, VSCO Capture is designed for those who want to shoot with intention, emotion, and a distinctly personal aesthetic. FREE CAMERA APP VSCO Capture is made for shooting in the moment. Choose from 50+ live presets inspired by retro, contemporary, and vintage film looks. Apply real-time effects as you shoot, and easily toggle between automatic and manual settings. You can even shoot in RAW for more flexibility when editing later in the VSCO app. LIVE CAMERA FILTERS Shoot with over 50 preset filters that let you define your style before you press the shutter. From analog classics and black-and-white to retro film and photographer-inspired looks, each preset is designed to help you see and customize your aesthetic in the moment — no editing required. REAL-TIME PHOTO EFFECTS Shape light as you shoot. Add live Bloom and Halation photo effects to soften highlights, lift glow, and bring a cinematic, film-inspired character to your photos. Dial in intensity, size, and range in real time, so what you see on screen is exactly what you capture. VIDEO WITH LIVE PRESETS Shoot video in your style. Apply your favorite VSCO presets in real time to capture motion with the same look you trust for photos. With 50+ iconic presets, create a consistent aesthetic, frame by frame. LIVE FILM GRAIN Add analog texture in the moment. Apply live, film-inspired Grain to bring depth, character, and a tactile feel to your photos. Customize strength, size, and color as you shoot for an authentic aesthetic that looks and feels like the real thing. EASY MANUAL CONTROLS Dial in your look with intuitive manual controls. Toggle flash modes, adjust exposure, ISO, and white balance, and change your shutter speed with a UI that’s made for in-the-moment shooting. Easily capture long exposures with blur or recreate the look of a disposable camera with a pop of flash. Whether you're going full manual or letting auto do the work, you control your unique aesthetic. EDIT SEAMLESSLY Shoot first, edit later. Sync your photos seamlessly with the VSCO photo and video editor where you can fine tune photos with our full suite powerful tools and 200+ presets. Access all the latest features and support every step of your process with VSCO Pro Membership.

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VertigoZoom

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Do you want to achieve the Vertigo movie effect? The easiest way to create a dolly zoom or Vertigo effect is with the VertigoZoom app. Become Hitchcock. Create the effect and add drama to your videos.

Screenshots

VSCO Capture4 screens
VertigoZoom4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VSCO Capture at none against VertigoZoom's 1. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. VertigoZoom sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. VSCO Capture asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VSCO Capture ships an update every 11 days, VertigoZoom every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
VSCO Capture versus VertigoZoom: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVSCO CaptureVertigoZoom
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (225 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings225 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB20 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperVisual Supply CompanyOrencio Jimenez Corrales

Bugs and requests

VSCO Capture

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Can't switch to 5x lens on iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • Can't select a lens after tapping the lens option button

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add grain, adjust/lock ISO, and adjust/lock white balance
  • Multiple exposures, slow shutter/light trails, and video
  • Consolidated with the main VSCO app

VertigoZoom

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

VSCO Capture

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VertigoZoom

One-time1
  • Premium$5.99

Questions

Is VSCO Capture free?
VSCO Capture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VertigoZoom free?
VertigoZoom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VSCO Capture or VertigoZoom have ads?
Neither VSCO Capture nor VertigoZoom shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VSCO Capture or VertigoZoom?
VSCO Capture ships an update every 11 days, and VertigoZoom every 2 weeks. Most recently, VSCO Capture was updated on October 30, 2026 and VertigoZoom on October 25, 2026.

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