# ProCamera. Professional Camera vs ManualExposure

The clearest difference is rating: ProCamera. Professional Camera at 4.7 against ManualExposure's 4.1. ProCamera. Professional Camera also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 42%) and ratings volume (11K vs 12). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 ManualExposure sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ProCamera. Professional Camera has 11K ratings behind it against 12, 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 42% of ManualExposure's.

ProCamera. Professional Camera ships an update every 4 weeks, ManualExposure every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and July 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProCamera. Professional Camera | ManualExposure |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/procamera-professional-camera/id694647259/reviews)** | [4.1 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manualexposure/id697932594/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **73.9% of reviews** | 42.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#179** | — |
| Size | 189 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cocologics](https://appshunter.io/developer/490969165) | [George Koultouridis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1258081441) |

## What reviewers say

### ProCamera. Professional Camera

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

**Currently charting:** #179 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #202 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.)


### ManualExposure

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manualexposure/id697932594)

This app provides essential calculators for landscape photographers to determine exposure settings. It includes tools for ND filters, handheld shots, multiple exposures, star photography, and nightscapes, with features like a built-in timer and equipment organization.

**Highlights:** 8 landscape photography calculators, Built-in timer and notifications, Home screen widget and Apple Watch app, Equipment and item info organization, Teleconverter support, Advanced filter and stabilization settings, Dark theme support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Full version | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProCamera. Professional Camera free?

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

### Is ManualExposure free?

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

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

ProCamera. Professional Camera is rated higher. ProCamera. Professional Camera averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while ManualExposure averages 4.1 from 12 ratings.

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

Neither ProCamera. Professional Camera nor ManualExposure shows ads.

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

ProCamera. Professional Camera ships an update every 4 weeks, and ManualExposure every 2 months. Most recently, ProCamera. Professional Camera was updated on September 25, 2026 and ManualExposure on July 23, 2026.

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