Comparison

617 Camera vs PIC U

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

Head to head
About

617 Camera

Capture stunning panoramic photos with a cinematic feel, inspired by classic wide-format cameras. This app offers features like handheld long exposures, HDR, and a film-inspired darkroom for editing. It's designed for photographers who want to see and capture more of the world around them.

Highlights
  • 6x17 panoramic format
  • Handheld long exposure
  • Style filters with LUTs
  • HDR for detail preservation
  • Film-inspired darkroom editing
  • Film roll gallery
  • Lock Screen launch
Features
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"Some stories need a wider frame." 617 Camera is inspired by legendary panoramic cameras like the Linhof Technorama, Fuji GX617, and Hasselblad XPan. Shoot in the iconic 6Γ—17 panoramic format, capture handheld long exposures, and finish every photo in a film-inspired Darkroom. Whether you're photographing landscapes, cities, or everyday moments, 617 Camera helps you slow down, see wider, and create images with intention. 6Γ—17 PANORAMA Go beyond the standard frame. Compose in 6Γ—17 to capture wider scenes with a cinematic perspective. STYLE FILTERS Turn the wheel. Find your look. Each style blends crafted LUTs, effects, and tonal adjustments to create a look that's uniquely yours. HANDHELD LONG EXPOSURE Capture motion with intention. Capture flowing waterfalls, soft clouds, moving crowds, and beautiful light trails with stabilization designed for handheld shooting. HDR More light. More detail. Automatically preserve highlight and shadow detail for natural, balanced images. DARKROOM Develop with intention. Refine exposure, color, and tone, switch between styles, and shape every photo your way. FILM ROLL GALLERY Browse your photos like film. Review every shoot through a film roll–inspired gallery. ADJUSTMENTS Make it yours. Fine-tune every detail until it feels right. STUDIO Made for social media. Slice your 6Γ—17 shots into seamless 2 or 3-panel splits, or combine multiple photos into eye-catching collages. LOCK SCREEN One second. One shot. Launch 617 Camera directly from your Lock Screen so you're always ready when inspiration strikes. 617 PLUS Start your journey with 617 Camera for free, and upgrade whenever you're ready for more. Flexible plans are available: Monthly, Annual Subscriptions, or a Lifetime One-Time Purchase. Β· Unlock all style filters Β· Enjoy unlimited film rolls Β· Export photos without ads The free version includes a 36-frame film roll experience, and exporting photos requires watching an ad. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your photos stay on your device. No account required. We never upload your photos to our servers. Your work remains yours. COMMUNITY & NEWS Follow us for updates on new event filters and photography tips! https://www.threads.com/@617camera Questions or feedback? contact@likoapps.com Terms https://www.likoapps.com/terms_privacy/terms_en.html Privacy https://www.likoapps.com/terms_privacy/privacy_en.html

About

PIC U

Features
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Screenshots

617 Camera4 screens
PIC U4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PIC U at none against 617 Camera's 3. PIC U also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. 617 Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PIC U asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

617 Camera ships an update every 5 days, PIC U every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 4 level
617 Camera versus PIC U: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter617 CameraPIC U
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 5 days β€” betterEvery 6 days
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesβ€”
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS26.015.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size38 MB38 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developerliko appsgideok Park

In-app purchases

3 purchases

617 Camera

Subscriptions2
  • 617 Plus Monthly$1.991 Month
  • 617 Plus Yearly1 Year trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • 617 Plus Lifetime$19.99
None

PIC U

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 617 Camera free?
617 Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PIC U free?
PIC U is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 617 Camera or PIC U have ads?
617 Camera shows ads; PIC U does not.
Which is updated more often, 617 Camera or PIC U?
617 Camera ships an update every 5 days, and PIC U every 6 days. Most recently, 617 Camera was updated on October 31, 2026 and PIC U on October 31, 2026.

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