Camlens vs Shared Camera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Camlens
This app allows you to use two devices simultaneously for photography. One device acts as the camera, while the other provides a live preview, enabling real-time adjustments to framing, pose, and expression. It offers a secure, local connection with no internet required, making it ideal for various shooting scenarios.
- Live viewfinder sync
- On-the-fly guidance
- Shoot smarter, less guessing
- No internet required
- Simple setup
- Multiple quality modes
- Secure local connection
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Camlens connects two Apple devices: one to shoot, one to preview. Use the rear camera's full quality to capture, while seeing the exact framing, angle, and composition in real time on the other device — adjust your pose and expression on the fly, and never discover a bad shot after the fact. Why Camlens: Two Devices, Better Shots • Live viewfinder sync — see exactly what the camera sees, in real time • Direct on-the-fly guidance — adjust expression, posture, angle, and framing at any moment • Shoot smarter — stop over-shooting and guessing; every frame gets closer to what you envisioned • Built for every moment — couples, friends, travel, street photography, everyday life Works Anywhere. No Internet Required. Fully local connection — no Wi-Fi hotspot, no mobile data, no cloud. Whether you're on a beach, a mountain top, or a flight, as long as both devices are with you, Camlens works. Zero data usage. Your perfect travel photography companion. Simple Setup. Ready in Seconds. • No account registration, no complicated pairing • Open the app, enter the connection code, and you're connected in seconds • Less setup time. More shooting time. Multiple Quality Modes • Choose from Smooth / Balanced / Clear quality presets • Switch flexibly based on your device performance and shooting needs Secure by Design • All video is transmitted locally via peer-to-peer encrypted connection — never through a cloud server • No personal data collected. Nothing uploaded. • First-time connection requires a verification code — only devices you trust can view your feed Upgrade to Pro. Unlock the Full Experience. • HD quality mode • Unlimited daily sessions • No time limit on shooting and preview • The complete Camlens experience Requirements Both devices need Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled for discovery and connection (no internet required). Download now and unlock your real-time photography partner. 【Camlens Pro Subscription】 • Camlens Pro offers a monthly subscription plan. A one-time lifetime purchase option is also available, which is not an auto-renewing subscription. • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period, at the confirmed renewal price. • You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal at any time in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://public-files-1258633217.cos.ap-nanjing.myqcloud.com/camlens_terms_en.html Privacy Policy: https://public-files-1258633217.cos.ap-nanjing.myqcloud.com/camlens_privacy_en.html Disclaimer: Camlens is an independent real-time camera preview app. It is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Apple or any third-party organization.
Shared Camera
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Shared Camera turns two phones into a camera and a live viewer. One phone shoots, the other sees the picture in real time, over your own Wi-Fi or a phone's hotspot. HOW IT WORKS • On the viewing phone, tap "Receive Video" to show a QR code • On the shooting phone, tap "Send Camera" and scan it • Connected in seconds. No account, no sign-in WHAT YOU CAN DO • Watch the camera live, with sound • Zoom and switch between front and back cameras from either phone • Take photos and record videos with sound, saved to the Photos library of the phone you tap on • Turn the microphone on or off from either phone • Controls hide on their own for a clean, full-screen view GOOD FOR • Framing a shot when you can't see the camera's screen • Setting up tripod shots, low angles and group photos • Showing what one phone sees to someone nearby PRIVATE BY DESIGN Video travels directly between the two paired phones on your local network. Nothing is uploaded to a server, and there is no account to create. GOOD TO KNOW • Both phones need to be on the same Wi-Fi, or one phone shares a hotspot with the other • Some public Wi-Fi networks keep devices apart; use a home network or a hotspot instead • Works on iPhone and iPad, in 20 languages
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shared Camera at none against Camlens's 3. Camlens's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Camlens sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Shared Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.
Camlens ships an update every 3 weeks, Shared Camera every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Camlens | Shared Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 永峰 金 | Zhengzhou Youruanduo Network Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
Camlens
- Camlens Pro - Monthly$0.991 Month
- Camlens Pro- Yearly$2.991 Year
- Camlens Pro - Lifetime$5.99
Shared Camera
No in-app purchases






