Comparison

AstroExposure vs Filterfotograf Fototools

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

Head to head
About

AstroExposure

Features
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AstroExposure is a simple, precise calculator for planning your night sky photography. Choose your calculation method, enter your focal length, aperture, and sensor specifications, and instantly get a recommended exposure time to minimize star trailing. The app supports the most widely used astrophotography rules, including the 500 Rule and the NPF Rule. You can also select a camera from the built-in database, adjust settings manually, and save your favorite configurations. Key features: β€’ Astrophotography exposure time calculation β€’ 500 Rule and NPF Rule support β€’ Sensor or camera selection β€’ Focal length, aperture, and pixel size settings β€’ Favorites for quick access to your settings β€’ Clean, fast, and distraction-free interface AstroExposure is designed for photographers who want to spend less time calculating and more time under the stars.

About

Filterfotograf Fototools

This app provides landscape photographers with essential tools for planning and executing shots. Calculate exposure with ND filters, analyze GND filter needs, determine depth of field, and plan focus stacking sequences.

Highlights
  • ND Filter Calculator
  • GND Analysis & Guide
  • Depth of Field Calculator
  • Hyperfocal Distance
  • Focus Stacking Planner
  • Light Meter
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Filterfotograf – Photo Tools for Landscape and Filter Photography Filterfotograf combines practical tools for landscape photographers in one app. Calculate exposure times with ND filters, analyze the appropriate GND filter, determine depth of field and hyperfocal distance, or plan your focus sequence for focus stacking. PHOTO TOOLS AT A GLANCE β€’ ND Filter Calculator Quickly calculate the new exposure time when using ND filters. β€’ GND Analysis Analyze a scene and get a recommendation for the appropriate gradient type, strength, and GND filter. β€’ GND Guide Helps you choose between Soft, Hard, and Reverse GND filters. β€’ Light Meter Determine exposure values directly with your smartphone. β€’ Depth of Field Calculator Calculate the near limit, far limit, and depth of field based on your camera settings. β€’ Hyperfocal Distance Determine the optimal focusing distance for the greatest possible depth of field extending to infinity. β€’ Focus Stacking Calculate the required focus positions for a focus sequence with a 30% safety overlap. DESIGNED FOR PRACTICAL USE The Filterfotograf app is designed especially for landscape, architecture, and long-exposure photographers. The tools are designed for quick use in the field and are conveniently combined in one app. The most important calculations are performed directly on your device, so your photography tools remain reliably available while you are out shooting. FREE TO USE The Filterfotograf photo tools are available free of charge. The app is continuously being developed and expanded with practical features for photography. Filterfotograf – practical photo tools for better planning and more precise shots.

Screenshots

AstroExposure4 screens
Filterfotograf Fototools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Filterfotograf Fototools at none against AstroExposure's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. AstroExposure sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Filterfotograf Fototools asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 7 level
AstroExposure versus Filterfotograf Fototools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAstroExposureFilterfotograf Fototools
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyβ€”Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
Monetizationβ€”Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.616.4 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPiriou AlainRiko Best

In-app purchases

3 purchases

AstroExposure

One-time3
  • Espresso under the stars β˜•οΈ$0.99
  • Latte under the stars β˜•οΈπŸ₯›$2.99
  • Coffee thermos under the stars πŸ«–$3.99
None

Filterfotograf Fototools

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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