Comparison

RawCam vs SoloCam

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

Head to head
About

RawCam

Capture unprocessed DNG photos and clean video without AI enhancements. Take full control of your image processing in your preferred RAW editor. Offers manual controls for exposure, focus, and white balance.

Highlights
  • RAW DNG photo capture
  • Clean HEVC video recording
  • Manual exposure controls
  • Separate focus and exposure targeting
  • White balance adjustment
  • Live histogram and zebra stripes
  • Open source
Features
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RawCam puts your original photo first. Choose Bayer RAW, Apple ProRAW, or a JPEG, with manual controls when you need them. CHOOSE WHAT YOU SAVE • JPEG: a photo ready to view and share. • RAW: a DNG original for editing. • JPEG + RAW: keep both. They appear separately in Photos and together in the RawCam roll. Bayer RAW preserves sensor data for developing your own image. Apple ProRAW combines Apple's image processing with RAW editing flexibility. Available formats depend on the selected camera. For JPEGs, From RAW develops Bayer sensor data with minimal enhancement. iOS processing uses Apple's processed-photo pipeline. ProRAW's JPEG companion uses iOS processing. CAMERA CONTROLS • Live exposure, shutter, ISO and white-balance readings • Manual ISO and shutter; adjusting exposure compensation restores automatic exposure • White-balance presets and supported native rear-lens selection • Front-camera switching, using JPEG where RAW is unavailable • Tap to focus, exposure adjustment and focus/exposure lock • Flash, self-timer, grid, horizon level, histogram and Zebra preview warnings • Steady capture and three-shot exposure bracketing for Bayer RAW alone with automatic exposure • Volume-button capture and an App Shortcut for Siri, Shortcuts and Action Button launch • Optional haptics YOUR CAPTURES Open recent RawCam photos inside the app, zoom into originals and inspect capture details. Share the JPEG or export the original DNG from a paired capture. Original viewing requires Photos access; saved previews remain available when an original cannot be accessed. Existing videos in the roll remain playable. Location tagging is optional and off by default. Saved coordinates can be viewed on a map. PRIVACY No account, analytics, advertising or developer-operated server. Photos are saved to your photo library. Your iCloud Photos and sharing settings determine where saved media goes. Opening an iCloud original or a saved-location map may use Apple services. CAMERA SUPPORT RAW availability and resolution depend on the camera and capture format. Bayer RAW can show more noise in low light. ProRAW includes Apple processing; it does not guarantee 48MP capture. JPEGs developed from RAW use the RAW file's dimensions. RawCam now focuses on photos. Video capture controls have been removed; existing videos remain viewable.

About

SoloCam

Capture photos and videos hands-free using advanced AI gesture controls. Easily trigger the camera, switch lenses, and select professional framerates for stunning HD and 4K quality. Ideal for group shots, solo portraits, and steady video recording without touching your device.

Highlights
  • Gesture-controlled camera activation
  • HD and 4K video recording
  • Adjustable professional framerates
  • Multi-lens support (Ultra Wide, Wide, Telephoto)
  • Intuitive minimalist interface
Features
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Welcome to SoloCam: Gesture Camera, the ultimate hands-free photography and videography experience. Powered by advanced AI, SoloCam lets you control your camera entirely with hand gestures, making it easier than ever to capture group shots, solo portraits, and steady videos without needing to touch your device or set a timer manually. Key Features: - Gesture-Controlled Capture: Simply hold an 'Open Palm' to trigger the camera countdown. Perfect for stepping back and getting everyone in the frame. Change your mind? Use the same gesture to cancel the timer. - High-Quality Capture: Support for stunning HD (1080p) and ultra-crisp 4K (UHD) resolutions. - Professional Framerates: Choose between cinematic 24 fps, smooth 30 fps, crisp 60 fps, or action-ready 120 fps depending on your device. - Multi-Lens Support: Seamlessly switch between Ultra Wide, Wide, and Telephoto lenses to get the exact framing you need for any environment. - Intuitive Interface: A premium, minimalist design that gets out of your way and lets you focus on capturing the moment. Whether you are a content creator, a solo traveler, or just want to take better group photos, SoloCam gives you the freedom to step away from the screen and shoot like a pro. SoloCam Terms of Service: https://bold-abacus-f70.notion.site/SoloCam-Terms-of-Service-360da34ec7c7801c973bf17c15df1285 Apple Terms of Sale: https://www.apple.com/legal/ internet-services/itunes/us/terms.html

Screenshots

RawCam4 screens
SoloCam3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SoloCam at 5.0 against RawCam's 4.3. SoloCam also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). RawCam's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. SoloCam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. RawCam asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SoloCam holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RawCam versus SoloCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRawCamSoloCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSantiago Alonso Alexandrejay chen

Customer experience

RawCam

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SoloCam

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RawCam

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SoloCam

Subscriptions2
  • Solocam Premium$5.991 Month
  • Solocam Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • SoloCam Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is RawCam free?
RawCam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SoloCam free?
SoloCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RawCam or SoloCam?
SoloCam is rated higher. RawCam averages 4.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while SoloCam averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do RawCam or SoloCam have ads?
Neither RawCam nor SoloCam shows ads.

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