Camera18 vs Starburst Camera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Camera18
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Camera18 turns your iPhone into a collection of cameras. Seamlessly zoom through your scene, switch cameras in an instant, and discover a different photographic character with each one. Every camera is more than a filter. Each has its own color, texture, lens feel, and aperture character β from wide-open softness to crisp depth and dramatic starbursts. ONE CAMERA. MANY CHARACTERS. β’ Seamless Zoom Move naturally from wide to close without interrupting the shot. β’ Camera Simulations Shoot with distinct camera-inspired looks, each built around its own color, texture, and optical character. β’ Aperture Character Aperture is part of each cameraβs identity β changing how light, depth, softness, and starbursts feel. β’ Aperture Control On supported hardware, control the physical aperture directly. Other supported devices recreate the experience computationally. β’ Shoot, Donβt Filter Choose your camera and aperture before the shutter. The look is part of how you shoot, not something added afterward. One iPhone. Many cameras. A different character in every shot. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://cornpiess.github.io/camera18/privacy.html
Starburst Camera
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Shape the light before you take the shot. Starburst Camera lets you preview the look of a virtual aperture on your iPhone, turning bright points into star-shaped rays while softening the scene around your subject. Choose from four virtual aperture settings: Ζ/1.48, Ζ/1.8, Ζ/2.8 and Ζ/4.0. Control light rays and background blur separately, tap to focus, and use the optional grid to frame your shot. Switch between front and back cameras and choose an available rear lens. After capture, compare the edited image with the original. Keep photos in the app gallery, save a full-resolution HEIC copy to Photos, or share your result. A labeled sample scene lets you explore the controls before allowing camera access. The aperture effect is computational and does not change your iPhone's physical lens. Blur and ray results vary with the scene and camera hardware. Camera access requires a monthly or annual auto-renewing subscription. The monthly plan may include a 7-day free trial for eligible new subscribers; the annual plan has no trial. Apple shows your local price, renewal terms, and trial eligibility before purchase. Restore purchases and manage your subscription in Settings. Privacy Policy: https://soumessias.com/starburst-camera/privacy Terms of Use: https://soumessias.com/starburst-camera/terms Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Camera18 at 15.1 against Starburst Camera's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Camera18 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Starburst Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Camera18 | Starburst Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ζ΄ͺ ζ± | Lucas Messias Valerio |
In-app purchases
Camera18
- Camera 18 Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Camera 18 Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
Starburst Camera
- Starburst Camera Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Starburst Camera Annual7 Days trial$1.991 Year
Questions
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