# FilmMeter vs ShadowShot

The clearest difference is rating: FilmMeter at 4.8 against ShadowShot's 1.0. FilmMeter also leads on ratings volume (63 vs 1). ShadowShot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FilmMeter sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. ShadowShot asks for nothing beyond the download.

FilmMeter holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FilmMeter has 63 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | FilmMeter | ShadowShot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmmeter/id6753060069/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowshot/id6760189211/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **63** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 96.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 143 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [宗 侯](https://appshunter.io/developer/1841159038) | [正华 孟](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743703087) |

## What reviewers say

### FilmMeter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmmeter/id6753060069)

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional light meter for film photography. It offers real-time metering, LiDAR ranging for accurate focus, and comprehensive film roll management. Features include reciprocity calculation, ND filter compensation, and an exposure log to streamline your shooting workflow.

**Highlights:** Real-time light metering, LiDAR ranging and depth of field, Film roll and camera management, Reciprocity and ND filter compensation, Long exposure timer, Exposure logging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy me a coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Buy me lunch | $2.99 | one-time |
| 请我吃块蛋糕 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 赞助开发 | $19.99 | one-time |


### ShadowShot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowshot/id6760189211)

This camera app allows you to precisely replicate photo compositions by overlaying a reference image onto your live camera preview. Align angles and subject placement with adjustable transparency for consistent shots. Ideal for recreating specific scenes or practicing photography composition.

**Highlights:** Overlay reference images with adjustable transparency, Support for multiple aspect ratios, Smooth zoom and pinch-to-zoom, Tap to focus and exposure, Fast compare, retake, and save workflow

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FilmMeter free?

FilmMeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ShadowShot free?

ShadowShot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FilmMeter or ShadowShot?

FilmMeter is rated higher. FilmMeter averages 4.8 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while ShadowShot averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do FilmMeter or ShadowShot have ads?

Neither FilmMeter nor ShadowShot shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*