Comparison

Cam vs QuickBurst

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

Head to head
About

Cam

Gain full control over your mobile photography with advanced manual settings for exposure, focus, and white balance. Stream your camera feed to external displays for studio-quality monitoring and apply creative filters and aspect ratios in real-time.

Highlights
  • Professional manual exposure controls
  • External studio monitoring
  • Real-time aspect ratios and filters
  • Apple ProRAW support
  • Custom white balance
  • Timer and burst mode
Features
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All Controls just a swipe away from the bottom of your screen Take full control of your mobile photography with Cam-ful. Designed for enthusiasts and creators who need more than just "auto" mode, Cam-ful bridges the gap between professional DSLRs and the iPhone’s ease of use. Whether you are capturing RAW landscapes, dialing in the perfect shutter speed for motion blur, or connecting to an external monitor for a studio shoot, Cam-ful provides the tools you need in a clean, distraction-free interface. Key Features: Professional Manual Controls Take command of your exposure with granular controls for ISO, Shutter Speed (1/30 to 1/250 presets), and Exposure Bias (-2 to +2 EV). Lock your focus and exposure separately to frame your shot exactly how you envision it. External Studio Monitoring Turn your iPhone into a studio camera. Cam-ful automatically detects external displays (via AirPlay or HDMI adapters) and projects a clean, full-screen camera feed without UI clutter—perfect for vloggers, streamers, and professional monitoring. Creative Suite & Live Filters Experiment with real-time aspect ratios (16:9, 1:1, 4:3) and apply non-destructive filters like Vivid, Noir, and Mono. Add cinematic flair with the built-in Vignette tool and adjustable Bokeh simulation. Pro Formats & Quality Shoot ready-to-share JPEGs/HEIFs or capture maximum detail with Apple ProRAW support. Toggle HDR, Live Photos, and lens stabilization instantly from the Pro Drawer. Additional Tools: Custom White Balance: Presets for Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, and Fluorescent environments. Timer & Burst Mode: Never miss a moment with 3s/10s timers and rapid-fire burst capture. Framing Assists: 3x3 Grid overlays and digital zoom levels (1x, 2x, 3x). Smart Histogram: Monitor your exposure levels in real-time. Cam-ful Features Manual Exposure Engine: ISO Slider (Min/Max device limits) Shutter Speed Presets (1/30s - 1/250s) Exposure Compensation Slider Live Histogram & Metering Optics & Physics: Focus Locking & Manual Focus Point selection Digital Zoom presets (1x, 2x, 3x) White Balance Presets (Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent) Studio Connectivity: ExternalDisplayManager: Automatically detects second screens for a clean, UI-free video feed. Capture Formats: Support for HEIF, JPEG, and RAW (DNG) Live Photo support Smart HDR & Stabilization toggles Creative Effects: Real-time Aspect Ratios (Full, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9) Live Filters (Vivid, Mono, Noir, Warm, Cool) Vignette & Bokeh Strength controls

About

QuickBurst

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Catch the shot you'd normally miss. QuickBurst fires off rapid photo bursts and hands-free timed captures, then helps you cull the pile down to the keepers, so every fast-moving moment ends with one great frame. Prop your phone up, walk into the shot, and let QuickBurst do the shooting. Whether you're fitting the whole group in the frame, shooting your own content solo, or traveling with nobody around to hold the camera, you'll come away with the frame you actually wanted. WHY QUICKBURST • Rapid burst capture: shoot a fast sequence and never miss the right expression • Hands-free self-timer: set it, step back, and let the camera fire on its own • Interval mode: schedule shots seconds or minutes apart for tripod and timelapse-style sessions • Smart focus & tracking: double-tap to lock focus on your subject and keep it sharp • Burst, cull, keep the best: review each session and rate your favorites fast • Built-in gallery with star ratings: organize sessions and surface your top picks • Full native quality: HDR, RAW and full resolution, matching the stock camera • Optional location tagging: stamp GPS into your photos when you want it (off by default) • Saves straight to your photo library MADE FOR EVERY SHOT YOU'RE IN Group photos where everyone looks good. Solo shoots when there's nobody to hold the camera. Travel shots you'd otherwise have to ask a stranger for. QuickBurst is built for everything a single tap can't catch. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your photos stay on your device and in your photo library. Location tagging is fully optional and off until you turn it on. FREE TO TRY QuickBurst is free to use. PRO unlocks larger bursts and RAW capture, as a subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. Download QuickBurst and stop missing the shot. Terms of Service: https://quickburst.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://quickburst.app/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Cam3 screens
QuickBurst4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cam at none against QuickBurst's 3. Cam also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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. QuickBurst sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Cam asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Cam versus QuickBurst: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamQuickBurst
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElliot WilliamsDIANA CRISTINA STOICA

In-app purchases

None

Cam

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

QuickBurst

Subscriptions2
  • QuickBurst PRO Weekly$2.997 Days
  • QuickBurst PRO Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • QuickBurst PRO Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Cam free?
Cam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QuickBurst free?
QuickBurst is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cam or QuickBurst have ads?
Neither Cam nor QuickBurst shows ads.

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