ProVideo Camera Spencer vs Velop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ProVideo Camera Spencer
This app provides professional-level manual camera controls for iPhone users, offering features like shutter priority, custom LUTs, and advanced recording formats. It aims to bring a cinematic filmmaking experience to mobile devices.
- Shutter Priority mode with shutter angle control
- Manual ISO and shutter speed control
- ProRes RAW & ProRes RAW HQ recording
- LUT support for real-time preview or baking
- Variable frame rates from 24fps to 240fps
- External monitor and microphone support
- Apple Watch integration for remote control
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Hi, I'm Spencer, and welcome to my camera app! I built Spencer's Camera because of my deep love of storytelling and over a decade of experience in the film industry as a Digital Imaging Technician. At heart, I've always been a filmmaker, and this is my dream tool for capturing incredible stories right on your iPhone. Full access requires an in-app purchase. One-time purchase and subscription options are available. SHUTTER PRIORITY: CINEMA CONTROLS ON iOS Unlike standard iOS cameras, Spencer's Camera gives you true shutter angle control—exactly like cinema cameras. Lock your frame rate, dial in 180°, 90°, or 360° shutter angle, and let ISO float naturally. It's how professional cinematographers work, and now it's in your pocket. PROFESSIONAL MANUAL CONTROLS • Shutter Priority Mode with industry-standard shutter angle control • Full Manual Mode: Independent ISO and shutter speed control • EV Bias & White Balance: Smooth, swipeable dials for precise exposure and color temperature • Manual Focus with Touch-to-Focus and Lock • Independent Focus & Exposure Control • Exposure Lock during recording to maintain relative exposure • Real-time Audio Metering with mono/stereo/spatial modes RECORDING FORMATS & CREATIVE TOOLS • ProRes RAW & ProRes RAW HQ (iPhone 17 Pro) • H.264, HEVC 8-bit & 10-bit, Apple Log & Apple Log 2 (iOS 26+) • Dolby Vision & HLG HDR support • LUT Support: Preview in real-time or bake-in during recording • Apple Log for professional color grading workflows • 7+ color spaces: sRGB, P3 D65, HLG BT.2020, Dolby Vision PROFESSIONAL FEATURES FOR YOUR WORKFLOW • Variable Frame Rates: 24fps - 240fps • 4K recording (3840x2160) and Open Gate formats • Seamless Lens Switching with exposure & white balance preservation • Customizable Lens Presets for quick switching • Camera Control Button Support (iPhone 16 and 17 series) • External ND Filter Guidance System • External Monitor Support: Wired or wireless monitors for larger previews • Timecode & Recording Indicators with dynamic overlays • Level Indicator with haptic feedback • Aspect Ratio Guides (2:1, 2.39:1, etc.) • Rule of Thirds Grid with adjustable opacity • EL Zone exposure visualization iOS 18+ EXCLUSIVE FEATURES • DockKit Compatibility for advanced accessory controls • WiFi Peer-to-Peer Remote Camera Control (no cloud needed) - Control focus, exposure, and recording from another device - Perfect for solo operators and run-and-gun filmmaking • Camera Control Button integration (iPhone 16 and 17 series) iOS 26+ FEATURES • Apple Log 2 support (iPhone 17 Pro) • ProRes RAW HQ (iPhone 17 Pro) • Spatial Audio recording with input selection • High-quality AirPod recording and microphone support • Start recording using AirPod stem controls • Enhanced camera API support WORKFLOW & CONNECTIVITY • Apple Watch Integration: Control zoom, exposure, and start/stop recording from your wrist • External Microphone Support for professional audio capture • Recording Location Selection: Photos Library or external storage • Video Export with optional LUT baking • Function Button Customization for your preferred controls Built by a cinematographer, for cinematographers. Professional tools designed for creative storytelling. Perfect for indie filmmakers, documentary creators, live event professionals, and anyone who values manual control and storytelling over complexity. Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Velop
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Velop is an intentional digital photography process designed for photographers. By replicating the deliberate pacing of the analog film era, Velop forces you to slow down. The photographer chooses the film type, style and lens before taking the photograph. Once the shutter button is pressed, you watch your images develop inside a private, zero-clutter darkroom environment. Built for photographers who want to be intentional with their photography. Velop is made with a nostalgic analog vibe.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: ProVideo Camera Spencer at 3 against Velop's —. ProVideo Camera Spencer also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.2). On price 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
Both are free to download. ProVideo Camera Spencer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Velop sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | ProVideo Camera Spencer | Velop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Ads | No | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | — |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 184 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bagging Groceries | Cloverhill, LLC |
In-app purchases
ProVideo Camera Spencer
- Weekly Subscription$0.997 Days
- Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Lifetime$9.99
Velop
- Unlimited Signature Access$1.99
- Remove Video Watermark$9.99
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