Comparison

Camlens vs Shared Camera

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Live viewfinder sync
  • On-the-fly guidance
  • Shoot smarter, less guessing
  • No internet required
  • Simple setup
  • Multiple quality modes
  • Secure local connection
Features
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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.

About

Shared Camera

Features
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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

Screenshots

Camlens4 screens
Shared Camera3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Camlens versus Shared Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCamlensShared Camera
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer永峰 金Zhengzhou Youruanduo Network Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Camlens

Subscriptions2
  • Camlens Pro - Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Camlens Pro- Yearly$2.991 Year
One-time1
  • Camlens Pro - Lifetime$5.99
None

Shared Camera

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Camlens free?
Camlens is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shared Camera free?
Shared Camera is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Camlens or Shared Camera have ads?
Neither Camlens nor Shared Camera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Camlens or Shared Camera?
Camlens ships an update every 3 weeks, and Shared Camera every 3 months. Most recently, Camlens was updated on October 31, 2026 and Shared Camera on November 6, 2026.

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