Comparison

RawShare vs TruePix Camera

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

Head to head
About

RawShare

This utility allows photographers to wirelessly transfer high-resolution RAW (.ARW) and JPEG images from compatible Sony cameras directly to their mobile devices. It provides a focused interface for browsing, selecting, and downloading full-quality photos for immediate editing and sharing.

Highlights
  • Full RAW (.ARW) file support
  • JPEG wireless transfer
  • In-app file browser with thumbnails
  • Direct sharing to other apps
  • Local Wi-Fi transfer
  • Focused, simple interface
Features
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RawShare is a utility for photographers who need to move high-resolution images from their Sony camera to their phone. While some official tools are limited to JPEG-only transfers on certain models, RawShare allows you to access and download both RAW (.ARW) and JPEG files. This gives you the ability to edit and share the full quality of your photos directly from your mobile device. What RawShare Does: If you have found that other Sony camera apps lack RAW support for your specific model, RawShare provides a dedicated way to access those files. It utilizes the Wi-Fi connection between your camera and smartphone to move uncompressed data. Key Features: Full RAW Support: Download .ARW files directly to your phone for professional editing. JPEG Export: Wireless transfer for quick sharing. File Browser: View thumbnails on your camera and choose exactly what to download to save phone storage. Direct Sharing: Send files straight to your photo library, cloud storage, or messaging apps. Focused Interface: A simple tool for transferring your photos without extra features. How it Works: This app utilizes the "Send to Computer" Wi-Fi function built into many Sony Alpha and Cyber-shot models. Connect your smartphone and your camera to the same Wi-Fi network Open RawShare to browse and transfer your images. Tested Camera Models: The following models have been verified for RAW/JPEG transfer: Sony Alpha: A7 III, A7R II, A6400 Sony Cyber-shot: HX-50V, ZV-1 (M1) Known Unsupported Models: A7C, A6400A, A6400AK (These models do not include the "Send to Computer" function). Note: I am still testing compatibility across the Sony lineup. If your model isn't listed or you have questions, please reach out at rawshare.app@gmail.com. Privacy & Data: Local Transfer: Your photos move directly from your camera to your device. No external servers are used. No Tracking: No personal data is collected. Anonymous crash reports are sent via Firebase to help keep the app stable on different phone models. Disclaimer: This app is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by Sony Group Corporation. "Sony" and "Sony Alpha" are registered trademarks of Sony Group Corporation.

About

TruePix Camera

Capture photos as your camera sees them, without algorithmic enhancements or post-processing. Enjoy instant shooting, multiple lens support, and a focus on privacy with all images saved directly to your device.

Highlights
  • Instant shooting
  • Multiple lens support
  • JPEG or HEIF export
  • On-device gallery
  • Privacy by design
  • Focus lock
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Remember when photos looked like memories, not algorithms? TruePix Camera brings back the simple joy of point-and-shoot photography. No AI processing. No computational tricks. No post-processing mess. Just your camera, as it is. What you get: • Instant shooting – tap once, photo's done • Multiple lenses – ultra-wide, wide, telephoto (if your device supports them) • JPEG or HEIF – pick your format, no fuss • Gallery – swipe through your shots, zoom in, drag to close • Privacy by design – everything stays on your device, always NOTE: all images are saved at maximum available size, which is apparently without fusion-processing is limited to 12mp. Unfortunately. Not through lack of trying on our end. Sorry. What you won't get: No AI enhancement. No scene detection. No HDR stacking. No computational photography. No cloud uploads. No data collection. Why this matters: You've probably seen it—take a photo, it looks fine for a second, then suddenly it darkens, over-sharpens, and turns into a grimy mess. That's AI trying too hard. TruePix Camera changes that. It captures what your camera actually sees. Not what an algorithm thinks you meant. No hidden processing. No surprises. It's built for: People who want their photos to feel like memories, not lab experiments. Folks tired of over-processed Instagram shots. Anyone who misses the simplicity of old point-and-shoot cameras. Technical bits: • Supports all iPhone camera lenses (ultra-wide, wide, telephoto) • Focus lock – tap and hold to lock focus • Export as JPEG or HEIF • Location tagging (optional, helps organize your shots) • Saves straight to your Photos library

Screenshots

RawShare4 screens
TruePix Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TruePix Camera at Free against RawShare's $4.99. TruePix Camera also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0). RawShare's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.3 vs 17.6). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads 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

TruePix Camera is free to download; RawShare costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TruePix Camera holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RawShare ships an update every 6 weeks, TruePix Camera every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
RawShare versus TruePix Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRawShareTruePix Camera
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.3 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGLEB RIMMELVolodymyr Strashkov

Customer experience

RawShare

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

TruePix Camera

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RawShare

No in-app purchases

None

TruePix Camera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RawShare free?
RawShare costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TruePix Camera free?
TruePix Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RawShare or TruePix Camera?
TruePix Camera is rated higher. RawShare averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while TruePix Camera averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do RawShare or TruePix Camera have ads?
Neither RawShare nor TruePix Camera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RawShare or TruePix Camera?
RawShare ships an update every 6 weeks, and TruePix Camera every 5 weeks. Most recently, RawShare was updated on October 5, 2026 and TruePix Camera on October 6, 2026.

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