# ProCamera. Professional Camera vs Photon Camera

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ProCamera. Professional Camera at 74% against Photon Camera's 24%. ProCamera. Professional Camera also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (11K vs 64). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ProCamera. Professional Camera sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Photon Camera sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ProCamera. Professional Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProCamera. Professional Camera has 11K ratings behind it against 64, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of ProCamera. Professional Camera's written reviews are positive against 24% of Photon Camera's.

ProCamera. Professional Camera ships an update every 4 weeks, Photon Camera every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProCamera. Professional Camera | Photon Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/procamera-professional-camera/id694647259/reviews)** | [4.0 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 64 |
| Positive reviews | **73.9% of reviews** | 23.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#188** | — |
| Size | 189 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cocologics](https://appshunter.io/developer/490969165) | [LateNiteSoft S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/283292600) |

## What reviewers say

### ProCamera. Professional Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/procamera-professional-camera/id694647259)

**Currently charting:** #188 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #205 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app offers advanced manual controls for photography and videography, allowing users to capture professional-quality images and footage. It includes a powerful editing suite and detailed metadata viewing, with options for custom sharing and privacy.

**Highlights:** Independent focus & exposure control, Full manual mode, RAW, ProRAW, TIFF, JPG & HEIF support, Manual white balance, Pro-level EXIF/metadata viewer, Advanced video recording options, Powerful photo editing suite

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ProCamera Up Monthly Access | $1.99 | per month |
| ProCamera Weekly Access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| ProCamera Monthly Access | $7.99 | per month |
| ProCamera Up Yearly Access | $11.99 | per year |
| ProCamera Yearly Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Street | Free | one-time |
| vivid HDR in Pro Camera | $3.99 | one-time |
| Night Camera & Long Exposure | $3.99 | one-time |
| San Fran | $9.99 | one-time |
| Private Lightbox | $19.99 | one-time |
| ProCamera Up One-Time Purchase | $69.99 | one-time |
| ProCamera Lifetime Access | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent camera controls
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔍 Great photo quality
- 📷 Versatile shooting modes
- 🔨 Powerful editing tools

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Subscription model for new features
- 🔍 Inconsistent auto-focus and exposure
- 🔋 Slow performance on older devices
- 💰 Expensive for a camera app

**Reported bugs**

- Viewfinder issues on iPhone X/XS
- Unreliable RAW capture
- Corrupted photo/video files
- Zoom function not working in manual mode

**Requested features**

- Longer exposure settings
- Timelapse mode
- Ability to disable shutter sound
- Improved video controls (audio, zoom, etc.)
- Better integration with external accessories (gimbals, etc.)


### Photon Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photon-camera/id1439310090)

Transform your iPhone into a professional camera with full manual controls. Achieve DSLR-quality photos with advanced tools like focus peaking, live exposure, and RAW capture. Take creative control with AI processing options and a minimalist interface.

**Highlights:** Full manual control (ISO, shutter speed, white balance), Focus peaking and focus loupe, Live exposure and histogram, RAW, ProRAW, HEIF, and JPEG capture, Adjustable AI processing (Process Control), Minimalist and intuitive interface, Image browser with photo details

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| One-time purchase | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great camera controls
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 🔋 Efficient battery usage
- 💡 Direct USB storage option
- 🚀 Fast and responsive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Lack of transparency around app ownership
- 🔒 Concerns about developer trustworthiness
- 🔍 Limited zoom and lens options

**Reported bugs**

- Manual mode crashes
- Inability to access external storage
- Incompatibility with certain devices
- Unreliable photo saving and syncing

**Requested features**

- Bracketed HDR mode
- Customizable white balance controls
- Landscape orientation support
- Macro mode
- Integration with other photo apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProCamera. Professional Camera free?

ProCamera. Professional Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Photon Camera free?

Photon Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ProCamera. Professional Camera or Photon Camera?

ProCamera. Professional Camera is rated higher. ProCamera. Professional Camera averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Photon Camera averages 4.0 from 64 ratings.

### Do ProCamera. Professional Camera or Photon Camera have ads?

Neither ProCamera. Professional Camera nor Photon Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ProCamera. Professional Camera or Photon Camera?

ProCamera. Professional Camera ships an update every 4 weeks, and Photon Camera every 3 weeks. Most recently, ProCamera. Professional Camera was updated on September 25, 2026 and Photon Camera on September 23, 2026.

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