Comparison

Low Resolution Camera vs Low

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

Head to head
About

Low Resolution Camera

Capture photos with intentionally reduced resolution for smaller file sizes and quick sharing. Choose from multiple low-resolution modes, aspect ratios, and retro filters. Save and share images instantly in various formats.

Highlights
  • Low-resolution photo capture
  • Real-time preview of resolution
  • Multiple aspect ratios
  • Retro-style filters
  • Configurable output formats
  • Offline functionality
Features
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An app for shooting low-resolution photos. The resolution you choose is reflected in the live preview, so you can save and share compact files as is. ● Features 【Simple workflow】 ・Launch → choose resolution → shoot → save/share ・One-tap selfie switch / flash / grid lines 【Low-resolution modes】 ・Four levels: Lowest / Lower / Low / Medium (saved with fewer pixels than standard) ・Your selection updates the preview instantly → capture and save exactly what you see 【Aspect ratios】 ・Supports 4:3 / Square / 16:9 【Focus & zoom】 ・Tap to set AF/AE (auto focus / auto exposure) at that point ・Smooth pinch-to-zoom with two fingers 【Retro-style filters】 ・Monochrome, Sepia, Noir, Film grain, Pixel, and more 【Save & share】 ・Choose output format: JPEG / HEIC / PNG (configurable in Settings) ・Right after shooting, preview the photo and share or delete immediately 【Other】 ・Toggle grid lines on/off ・No account required / works offline ● Use cases ・Quickly send smaller photos to social apps and chats ・Save records while conserving storage and data ・Enjoy retro, “emo” low-res looks

About

Low

Features
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Low-Res Camera is a simple camera app designed to help you capture photos and videos in a lighter way. Just choose from 5 quality levels to reduce file size and save storage space. “Photos are taking up too much storage.” “Files are too large to send by email or chat.” “I don’t want to use up my cloud storage.” Low-Res Camera is built for people who want to keep things light. ■ 5 Levels of Quality and Size Choose from Normal, Light, Saver, Ultra Light, and Minimum. The app adjusts both resolution and JPEG compression at the same time, saving your photos at the right file size for your needs. ■ Lightweight Photos and Videos In video mode, the resolution changes based on the quality level you choose. Capture videos in a size that works well for records, sharing, and everyday use. ■ Easy-to-Use Camera Features ・4:3, 9:16, and 1:1 aspect ratios ・3-second and 10-second self-timer ・Flash: Auto / On / Off ・Rule-of-thirds grid ・Pinch zoom and zoom presets such as .5×, 1×, and 2× ・Tap to focus ・Switch between front and rear cameras ■ Simple Design A clean, single-screen layout that is easy to use without hesitation. After taking a photo, open it right away from the thumbnail in the bottom-left corner. Save your memories smartly and lightly without worrying about storage space. Try Low-Res Camera today.

Screenshots

Low Resolution Camera3 screens
Low2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Low at none against Low Resolution Camera's shown. Low Resolution Camera's advantage is iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.5). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Low Resolution Camera versus Low: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLow Resolution CameraLow
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMITSUKO MARGOT KUBOTA ONOYuta Nishimatsu

In-app purchases

None

Low Resolution Camera

No in-app purchases

None

Low

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Low Resolution Camera free?
Low Resolution Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Low free?
Low is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Low Resolution Camera or Low have ads?
Low Resolution Camera shows ads; Low does not.

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